Buyer/Planner

Buyer / Planner

Davis Tool is looking for a Buyer / Planner for our leadership pipeline who wants to be challenged and perform hands on work including strategic sourcing, manufacturing and engineering support, day to day quoting and buying of materials and services, purchasing contracts and supplier management. This is an experienced level position.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Strategically source materials and negotiate supplier contracts, as appropriate.

• Manage suppliers and the inbound supply chain performance.

• Negotiate pricing and other terms of purchase.

• Quote and procure materials and services at the lowest cost consistent with consideration of quality, reliability of source and urgency of need. Ensure the timely receipt of materials.

• Coordinate purchasing activities with manufacturing and engineering to maintain inventory at planned levels. Interface with accounting and receiving to resolve problems.

• Work with engineering to identify new suppliers. Request quotes, analyze proposals, negotiate prices and delivery, issue and/or adjust purchase orders in a timely manner. Follow-up on orders, verify delivery, and maintain necessary records.

Competencies:

• A Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business or equivalent education; or an Associates Degree in equivalent fields with a minimum of 2 years of manufacturing experience.

• Analytical Problem Solving and Leadership skills

• Proficient in using Spread Sheets, Word Processing, and E-mail software

• Proficient and adept with planning / scheduling using MRP systems. APICS training is desirable

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Previous Purchasing/Buying Experience 1 to 3 years

Davis Tool, Inc. is an advanced technology manufacturing company supporting the high tech, medical, consumer products, and aerospace industries. At Davis Tool we leverage technology to provide services that few other companies can provide. In addition, our 24 hour a day/5 day per week manufacturing facilities and focus on continuous improvement supports our ability to deliver the highest levels of quality and customer satisfaction.

Salary: Depends on Experience

Benefits

• Medical

• Dental

• Life and ADD

• 401k with Match

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Paid Holidays

• PTO

To apply go to www.davistl.com/jobs. Resume required.

Davis Tool, Inc. is a Drug-free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. Drug Screen Required.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.