What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plant Buyer position at Carboline?
Position Summary
Carboline Global is seeking a Plant Buyer for our manufacturing facility in Lake Charles, LA. This individual will be responsible for identifying assigned product manufacturing requirements that optimizes batch sizes, minimizes excess, and meets customer delivery requirements.
Minimum Requirements
Associates degree or equivalent experience. Experience with Microsoft Office. Proficient in Microsoft Excel. Excellent problem-solving and communication skills are a must.
Physical Requirements
This position requires minimal physical activity but does require computer usage for an extended period of time – up to 8 hours in a day. No unusual environmental, lifting or exertion requirements are associated with this position.
Essential Functions
- Work all designated Purchase Orders for review and validation of total demand requirements for raw materials, containers and cartons, and make decisions on proper order quantity, approved vendor and delivery date.
- Track on Time Delivery orders and follow-up purchase orders that were not delivered by vendor’s agreed delivery date and resolve delivery issues.
- Place purchase orders using LN for raw materials, containers and cartons.
- Work closely with the Corporate Scheduler to prioritize and coordinate raw materials, cartons, and containers for production requirements.
- Resolve inventory discrepancies with Accounts Payable.
- Review each requirement and consolidate purchases where possible, modify and establish order quantities based on coast, production levels and current inventory.
- In conjunction with Corporate Purchasing, Plant Management and Scheduling, determine appropriate reorder points and stocking levels for raw materials, cartons, and containers.
- Work with Corporate Purchasing to evaluate and select distributors for raw materials based on quality, price and delivery. Recommend vendors for product evaluation.
- Maintain and correlate Purchase order receipt packages for raw materials, cartons and containers received.
- Take an active role in hazard recognition and injury prevention by following all safety rules & regulations and report all injuries and incidents to your supervisor.
- Follow all environmental rules and regulations to ensure hazardous materials and waste are managed in an environmentally responsible manner.
Who We Are:
Carboline is a Global manufacturer of coatings, linings and fireproofing products. We have had over 74 years of consistent growth and pride ourselves on being an industry leader in coatings and fireproofing technology. Carboline Company is proud of our exceptional products and services. As a leader in the protective coatings industry, we know our continued success relies heavily on maintaining a staff of highly qualified, customer-oriented individuals.
What We Offer:
We offer a team atmosphere that fosters cooperation and creativity; a management team committed to employee development and an environment where people are empowered to make decisions. Our career opportunities offer unlimited earnings potential, and our comprehensive benefits package is among the best in the industry which includes affordable benefits, a company match 401K plan, and a retirement pension plan.
Carboline is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.
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