What are the responsibilities and job description for the ILUS - Buyer position at Daifuku?
Overview
About Us:
Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation is a leading provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers in-house, the company designs, manufactures, integrates, and installs a full spectrum of intralogistics solutions to meet client needs. These include leading-edge conveyor and sortation systems, voice- and light-directed order fulfillment equipment, a suite of warehouse controls & execution software, robotics, Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS), mezzanines, and structures, all backed by critical round-the-clock service and support.
If you want to join a team of industry leading experts who want to create an impact on the future of material handling solutions, we want to hear from you!
Position Summary:
The Buyer procures supplies and other materials to maximize value and maintain production schedules and office functions.
Responsibilities
- Evaluates supplies requirements and determines best sourcing strategy
- Places purchase orders and follows up with confirmations and deliveries
- Responds to emergency requirements from various departments
- Responds to and resolve problems and discrepancies
Qualifications
- High school graduate or equivalent; Associate’s degree or higher preferred
- Minimum of 5 years of experience with purchasing or similar complex administrative job
- Knowledge of vendor relationship management
- Basic knowledge of negotiation tactics involving multiple vendors and subcontractors
- Computer skills including MS Office
- Excellent organization skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Team orientation
- Self-motivated and detail-oriented
- Ability to multi-task while maintaining attention to detail and deadlines
