What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer position at Nucor Steel Gallatin LLC?
Job Details
Division: Nucor Steel Gallatin LLC
Location: Ghent, KY, United States
Other Available Locations: N/A
Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.
Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance, 401K and Roth accounts, Profit sharing, Pay-for-performance bonuses, Paid parental leave, Tuition reimbursement, Stock program, Scholarships and more.
Basic Job Functions:
The Buyer will lead and coordinate all efforts under the procurement business area. Responsibilities include but are not limited to supporting all operating and administrative areas of the company through fulfillment of procurement needs in a timely and cost effective manner by:
- Evaluating vendors’ product and/or service capabilities
- Negotiating prices and terms with vendors
- Consulting with legal partners on contract matters
- Monitor inventories and usage patterns to determine optimal inventory levels
- Monitoring current buy strategies based on known steel and product market conditions
- Maintaining inventory control systems
- Issuing purchase orders and maintaining purchasing policies and procedures
- Maintaining service contracts
- Collaborating with other Nucor entities
Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- At least one year of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment
Preferred Qualifications:
- At least three years of purchasing experience in manufacturing.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience appropriate for commodities or products handled.
Nucor Steel Gallatin does not accept unsolicited resumes. No phone calls please. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. Nucor will not sponsor the need for a visa now or in the future.
Nucor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/Disabled/Vets – and a drug – free workplace
