Field Buyer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

The Field Buyer is responsible for supplier interaction, sourcing and procuring all materials, bulks, tools, consumables, safety supplies, etc., in support of Operations. This position will also include the oversight of frame agreements with strategic suppliers. The project is located in Emporia, Virginia.

Essential Functions

• Actively supports the Company’s commitment to safety and its “Core Values”.
• Represents the Company at all times with high moral standards while adhering to the Company’s “Code of Business Conduct and Ethics”.
• Provide subject matter expertise to monitor and track commodity pricing levels specific to budgeted spend and understand the industry of suppliers and materials identified for procurement.
• Monitor, communicate, and respond to changing market conditions and price trends to maximize leverage and minimize risk.
• Monitor new trends in purchasing; recommend new ideas and trends to management.
• Foster supplier relationships, beginning with sourcing, developing, and vetting suppliers and ending with monitoring of supplier performance.
• Leverage and drive the Company’s position as Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) to obtain OEM pricing with manufacturers.
• Assist in achieving financial targets and cost-reduction initiatives, including savings targets.
• Ensure use of framework agreements and preferred supplier agreements.
• Lead and support proposal efforts by soliciting qualified bids from material suppliers.
• When required, coordinate with field operations to assure appropriate field receiving and material management timing and requirements.
• Process project Bills of Material, source, negotiate prices, place purchase orders, expedite delivery, and maintain good supplier relations, all while meeting production schedule requirements.
• Interface between suppliers and various internal departments to resolve issues, invoice problems, material specification questions, variances, etc., as required.
• Ensure purchase orders list complete material / service specifications, as listed on Bills of Material, Engineering drawings, AMLs, and other source documents.
• Maximize saving in all aspects of purchasing.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications

Full-time employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, disability benefits, life and AD&D insurance, an employee assistance program (EAP), a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), a robust wellness program and adoption assistance. Some employees may also be eligible for paid time off, tuition reimbursement and a performance or safety bonus program.

At Matrix, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We encourage all whose experience aligns with the listed qualifications to apply and explore joining our organization.

EEO / M / F / Disability / Vets / Affirmative Action Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category.

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