What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer position at Earnest Machine?
Earnest Machine is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Buyer to join our purchasing team. The Buyer will be responsible for sourcing, planning, and replenishing key core categories for our nut and washer division and others.
Who You Are
You care deeply about continued professional and personal development. You bring a strong understanding of product planning and a background in the fastener industry. You enjoy the relationship side of purchasing and thrive to build and maintain strong supplier relationships. You understand and act with urgency. You know the impact that positive supplier interactions can have on our customer relationships and how it impacts our overall organizational success.
What You'll Do
Who You Are
You care deeply about continued professional and personal development. You bring a strong understanding of product planning and a background in the fastener industry. You enjoy the relationship side of purchasing and thrive to build and maintain strong supplier relationships. You understand and act with urgency. You know the impact that positive supplier interactions can have on our customer relationships and how it impacts our overall organizational success.
What You'll Do
- - Sourcing and Supplier Management:
- - Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure the best pricing, quality, and delivery terms.
- - Purchasing and Inventory Management:
- - Develop and execute purchasing strategies set by the Buyer-Lead and - Purchasing Manager.
- - Place purchase orders and ensure timely delivery of materials.
- - Monitor inventory levels of our nut and washer categories and replenish to maintain optimal stock levels.
- - Monitor and maintain stock levels for items primarily sourced domestically and through secondary operations.
- - Documentation and Reporting:
- - Review and confirm supplier Purchase Order confirmations within current documentation software.
- - Prepare and present regular reports on purchasing activities and cost savings to Buyer-Lead.
- - Collaboration:
- - Work closely with the sales, quality, and operations teams to provide the best customer experience with the right materials in inventory.
- - Collaborate with the logistics team to ensure efficient and cost-effective transportation of goods with logistics partners we trust.
- - Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- - Experience in procurement/purchasing, preferably in the fastener or related industry.
- - Proven negotiation skills and experience in supplier relationship management.
- - Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- - Proficiency in ERP systems, purchasing software and Microsoft Office.
- - Strong attention to detail and willingness to dive into information.
- - Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
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