What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer 2, Purchasing position at Kaygen Inc.?
KAYGEN is an emerging leader in providing top talent for technology based staffing services. We specialize in providing high-volume contingent staffing, direct hire staffing and project based solutions to companies worldwide ranging from startups to Fortune 500 and Managed Service Providers (MSP) across a wide variety of industries.
Work days / hours : M - F day shift
Max BILL rate :Job Descrption :
Negotiate procurement of commodities and / or services by properly balancing considerations of price, quality, service, delivery, payment terms, and commercial situations.
Investigate and propose supplier solutions based on requirements from divisions within the company.
Source materials and maintain information in the MRP system regarding lead time, pricing, ordering policy, and vendor material numbers.
Support supplier localization efforts including identification of new suppliers, RFQ s, onboarding process and FAI support.
Work closely with engineering and supplier to address specification questions regarding tolerances, manufacturability, and material substitutions.
Maintain a general knowledge of technical requirements involved with assignments / commodities including UL requirements related to product.
Manage follow-up resolution with other departments and / or suppliers to correct Accounts Payable invoice issues.
Coordinate engineering change order (ECO) information with the Procurement and Engineering teams to support any updates during the product lifecycle.
Analyze performance metrics to identify efficiency and savings opportunities.
Mentor junior buyers as needed to support departmental goals
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Education :
Bachelors degree preferred, experience required
Skills and Experience :
Minimum of 2-3 years of purchasing experience required, preferably in a manufacturing setting.
Previous experience utilizing MRP, supply chain management software and tools- Great Plains preferred
Demonstrated ability to use logic and problem-solving skills to independently isolate and identify opportunities in reporting / analysis
Excellent communication skills; ability to work across a variety of departments and external suppliers
Self-starter, organized, and motivated team player
Proven analysis and presentation skills including use of common tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Proficient Excel skills, including use of pivot tables and advanced functions / concepts
At KAYGEN, we are always looking for dynamic, talented and experienced individuals. We invite you to join our team of talented IT professionals, consulting at client locations across the globe. Our culture is team-orientated; we strive to stand by our core values of respect, honesty and integrity. Our team of experienced staffing experts will work with you to find you the best opportunity. For more information please visit us at www.kaygen.com.
Benefits with Kaygen
Healthcare Insurance
Vision and Dental Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Free Life Insurance
Vacation Time Off
Sick Time Off
Family Medical Leave (FMLA)
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