What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer II position at Fading West Homes?
FADING WEST - "We build community" Fading West exists to build thriving and connected communities by reimagining the construction industry. Our vision is to eliminate the housing crisis for the workforce and the communities they serve. Our mission is to create attainable, high-quality, architecturally interesting, diverse communities for the workforce. To accomplish this, we fully integrate design, development, manufacturing, and construction in a single LEAN value stream. CORE VALUES We Care for People We Keep Our Promises We Hate Waste We Love Challenges We Simplify & Standardize We Excel & Outperform OUR CULTURE Strong Work Ethic, Fun, Learning, and Humility Fading West employees : do not need to be managed consistently impress the team with their insights and output are wicked smart but don't take themselves too seriously have a passion for the company's success without ego or pride in ownership are teachable, collaborative, and committed to continual learning, growth, and personal development Problem-Solving in a Challenging, Changing, and Flexible Organization Fading West employees : Challenge the norms and think outside the box enjoy the excitement of figuring out the "how" that accomplishes the "what" we are trying to achieve Manage Complexity and Simplify Systems Fading West employees : enjoy managing complexity to create efficient systems and processes that reduce waste and increase simplicity Strategic Visionary Thinking Fading West employees : Help develop strategies to achieve the objectives of the business plan to maximize return and minimize risk Relationships and Mission Fading West employees : Place a high value on relationships Are discerning, highly relational, people connectors Promote and maintain Fading West's core values and mission statement Are inclusive and build a culture where difference and creativity are valued Believe diversity drives innovation POSITION SUMMARY The Buyer II works with the Supply Chain Manager and other members of the supply chain team to ensure timely receipt of raw materials, consumables, and other goods to support production. This role requires agility in responding to changing market conditions and monitoring inventory levels. The Buyer will make purchasing decisions based on a variety of business technology and visual signals, execute the release of purchase orders to suppliers to maintain production schedules and material control practices, handle supplier management, returned goods processes, and will work with both Fading West Staff and suppliers to ensure the timely delivery of goods. Responsibilities Work with Fading West Staff to execute Purchase Orders in a timely manner to ensure that goods are delivered on time. Support the procurement of materials including order placement, expediting and discrepant material solutions. Communicate and update lead times for items purchased to Supply Chain and Production Staff. Mitigate material shortages through direct involvement with design, production, and supply chain personnel. Work with Suppliers to get updates on open Purchase Orders and communicate expected deliveries with Supply Chain and Production Staff. Update ERP purchasing software as needed to support production. Identify potential material and planning issues, escalate, investigate, and recommend / initiate corrective actions. Participate in daily management meetings communicating priorities, goals, critical material planning updates and corrective actions Communicate with vendors on open and future purchase orders to get updates on tracking information, lead times, pricing, etc. Analyze and reduce material costs through supplier negotiations and product selection. Maintain data ERP / MRP data integrity. Material forecasting and planning. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Experience with buying and / or planning in a production environment. Experience working in the manufactured home industry is a plus. Bachelor's degree in business is a plus. Experience with Lean processes and tools is a plus. Working knowledge of ERP Systems. Strong analytical skills with attention to detail. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and solve problems. Ability to create and execute systems. Strong organization skills. Ability to plan and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines. Strong in ownership, accountability, and pride in work.
