Buyer

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PRICE INDUSTRIES INC.

At Price Industries Inc. our high-quality products, reliable delivery, and knowledgeable follow-up service have made us a market leader in manufacturing and supplying innovative air distribution, critical controls, and noise control products. After more than 60 years, Price remains a privately held family company with a deep heritage and commitment to innovation and service. Our long-standing vision, traditional values, and the Price way of doing business are the cornerstones of our company.

BUYER/PLANNER

Job Description

Price Industries Inc. is on the search for a Buyer for its growing US office and manufacturing facility located in Suwanee GA. This position will report to the Plant Manager and is a strategic resource to plan, coordinate and control all activities related to the procurement, scheduling, storage and inventory control of all materials necessary for the facility to meet their sales and manufacturing commitments.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Leadership team to set goals and objectives, and communicate weekly and monthly data to the management team
• Work with the Corporate team to develop and implement materials management programs for the facilities requirements
• Recommend a sourcing strategy to meet customer needs, market conditions and maximize positive impact to the organization
• Support the Corporate group by coordinating flow of information and participating/leading formal RFPs
• Coordinate supplier development and partnership activities with corporate objectives.  Utilize supplier performance tools consistent with those used across the organization
• Manage the preparation and implementation of short and long-range inventory plans for raw materials to minimize materials costs and meet production requirements
• Monitor phases of inventory, procedures, and controls and maintain a constant awareness of status, providing for alternative plans as needed to compensate for shortages, rejections, new priorities and related problems
• Plans and coordinates the physical inventory, being responsible for counts, accuracy, costing and reporting for raw materials, work in process and finished goods
• Prepare monthly reports as to progress, order status, and related information relative to inventory control and purchasing
• Maintains an awareness of company policies and procedures and ensures compliance by all subordinates
• Coordinates activities involved with procuring goods and services, such as raw materials, equipment, tools, parts, and supplies.
• Prepares purchase orders and manages open orders accordingly.
• Estimates the value of raw materials according to knowledge of market price.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

• Ability to work effectively in a multitasking environment and work constructively under pressure
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet specific goals and deadlines
• Ability to develop key supplier relationships
• Ability to lead by example
• Ability to plan and coordinate the procurement, scheduling, storage and inventory control

Education/Relevant Experience/ Skills

• Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university in Supply Chain or Business
• 3 years working experience in a manufacturing environment with extensive experience in purchasing, inventory, planning, supervision, and MRP systems
• Experience in sheet-metal and/or HVAC industry a huge plus
• Requires a demonstrated knowledge of industry associations, trends and indicators that may affect the cost of materials used in the manufacturer of metal products
• Must be skilled in the development and implementation of computer programs for accounting, inventory control, materials and related areas

ABOUT PRICE INDUSTRIES

We are the forefront leader in non-residential air distribution products across North America. We are committed to nurturing passionate and adaptable individuals who will play pivotal roles in shaping our future. After 75 years, Price remains a privately held family company with a deep heritage and commitment to innovation and service and social responsibility. Our long-standing vision, values, and the Price way of doing business are the cornerstones of our company.

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We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.