Buyer

The Buyer assists with sourcing, purchasing and expediting materials and supplies for our manufacturing facilities. He or she will seek quotes from vendors to support company cost saving objectives, negotiate pricing on raw materials, finished products, shop supplies, hardware and other required products, and maintain purchase orders and other relevant purchasing-related information in the ERP system (Global Shop).

Key Areas of Responsibility:

• Purchase materials submitted on requisitions and ensure price accuracy and delivery by due dates
• Create and support positive relationships with current vendors while developing new vendor opportunities and sources
• Process purchase orders, receivers and other required documentation
• Oversee cost comparisons and reductions, invoice approvals and reconciliations
• Obtain material quotes, evaluate and make recommendations to determine most economical supplier
• Pursue cost savings opportunities and develop cost savings initiatives
• Run open purchase order report for all vendors and verify due dates with vendors
• Review material stock and usage to determine economical order quantities
• Follow up on orders to ensure on time delivery; Inform Project Managers if vendor is not able to meet original requested dates or price changes
• Interact with office and shop personnel to ensure expectations of orders are met
• Assist shop in sourcing, securing and purchasing parts
• Match purchase orders with vendor confirmations: All purchase orders must have a price, quantity and date confirmation from the vendor
• Review all overages, discrepancies or quality issues with vendors as required
• Help maintain quality of products; Working with manufacturing and quality discussing defective or unacceptable materials then working with vendors and others to trouble-shoot and resolve
• Assist Purchasing Department and other departments as needed
• Complete other assignments as requested

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of similar experience required in purchasing in a manufacturing setting
• Ability to negotiate and form relationship management skills
• Understanding of materials and products being purchased
• General understanding of ERP system functionality and objectives; experience with Global Shop is a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to work independently and with others
• Independent decision making abilities and exceptional attention to detail
• Strong Microsoft office skills
• High school diploma/Associate Degree and/ or three (3) or more years of related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred. No Certifications required.

Benefits:

• Competitive Health Insurance Options begin after 60 days
• Co. Provided Life and Disability Insurance
• Generous 401(k)Plan; Matching up to 6%
• Paid Time Off
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Opportunity for internal growth; individual/company performance bonus opportunities

About Us

Leiden is a store fixture manufacturing company with 80 over years under our belt. Since the very beginning, the engineering and ingenuity of the Leiden Company has played a part in the growth of large and small companies throughout the United States. life. We currently have three locations: Twinsburg and Strasburg, Ohio and Deep Gap, North Carolina. We take pride in doing quality work and getting it right the first time. Our specialties include: Retail Store Fixtures, Restaurant, Hospitality, Casework/Millwork, Sports Team Shop, Cafes, and Occasion Gifts.

Why Work at Leiden Company

The Leiden Company offers an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status. The Leiden Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 6% Match
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Application Question(s):

• Do you have prior buying experience for a manufacturing company? If yes, please provide additional details.
• Do you have experience buying from metal, acrylic, hardwood, board or fixture related vendors? If yes, please provide additional details.
• Do you have prior experience working with MRP/ERP software? If yes, please provide additional details.
• What is your desired compensation requirements?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $26