What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Buyer position at SMC Corporation?
Job Description
This role is onsite at our US Headquarters in Noblesville, IN.
PURPOSE
The Buyer is responsible for managing the procurement of materials, components, equipment and services required for production and operations. This role will be responsible for obtaining quotes and managing procurement for all assigned vendors. This position requires a willingness to learn procurement best practices, supplier relationship management, and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including engineering, production, quality, and others.
Essential Duties
Manage the timely procurement of materials and services in accordance with project timelines, budget, and quality standards for all assigned vendors.
SMC Corporation of America is a part of a global organization that supports our customers in every industrialized country and is the U.S. subsidiary of SMC Corporation based in Japan. Since its establishment, SMC has been a leader in pneumatic technology, providing the various industries with technology and products to support automation based on the guiding principle of “contributing to automation labor savings in industry.” Over the past 50 years, SMC's products have become established as a recognized international brand through sales, technical, supply and after sale services in world markets. Sales have grown to achieve a 30% global market share.
Subsidiaries and joint ventures have been setup in a total of 53 countries. Production facilities are located in 30 countries. In addition, a sales network extends throughout 83 countries, with local services in 500 locations. SMC offers technology accumulated through the years, engineers that bring it to life in new products, production capacity which can deliver a variety of products in a short time, and an extensive sales network in the U.S. and throughout the world.
With its goal of ever more advanced automation, and using its many achievements as a base, SMC is developing high-quality, highly reliable products to contribute to automation in industry, as well as in familiar areas of everyday life.
SMC Corporation of America is a part of a global organization that supports our customers in every industrialized country and is the U.S. subsidiary of SMC Corporation based in Japan. Since its establishment, SMC has been a leader in pneumatic technology, providing the various industries with technology and products to support automation based on the guiding principle of “contributing to automation labor savings in industry.” Over the past 50 years, SMC's products have become established as a recognized international brand through sales, technical, supply and after sale services in world markets. Sales have grown to achieve a 30% global market share. Subsidiaries and joint ventures have been setup in a total of 53 countries. Production facilities are located in 30 countries. In addition, a sales network extends throughout 83 countries, with local services in 500 locations. SMC offers technology accumulated through the years, engineers that bring it to life in new products, production capacity which can deliver a variety of products in a short time, and an extensive sales network in the U.S. and throughout the world. With its goal of ever more advanced automation, and using its many achievements as a base, SMC is developing high-quality, highly reliable products to contribute to automation in industry, as well as in familiar areas of everyday life.
This role is onsite at our US Headquarters in Noblesville, IN.
PURPOSE
The Buyer is responsible for managing the procurement of materials, components, equipment and services required for production and operations. This role will be responsible for obtaining quotes and managing procurement for all assigned vendors. This position requires a willingness to learn procurement best practices, supplier relationship management, and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including engineering, production, quality, and others.
Essential Duties
Manage the timely procurement of materials and services in accordance with project timelines, budget, and quality standards for all assigned vendors.
- Maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure the best pricing, quality, and delivery. Monitor supplier performance and resolve any issues related to delivery, pricing, or quality.
- Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing agreements with suppliers to achieve cost savings and favorable terms for the organization.
- Conduct regular cost analyses to identify potential savings and drive continuous cost-reduction initiatives.
- Collaborate with other groups to develop and implement best practices and process improvements to enhance procurement efficiency and supplier performance.
- Assist in purchasing activities to comply with company policies, ethical standards, and relevant legal regulations via appropriate documentation. Review and update ISO9001 and ISO14001 documentation, including work instructions.
- Work with senior members of the purchasing team, with a willingness to be mentored on new tasks.
- Work as needed with engineering, production, quality, and logistics teams to ensure that all materials meet technical specifications and are delivered on time.
- Manage the procurement process from requisition to delivery, ensuring adherence to company policies, budgets, and timelines.
- Assist in resolving any issues that can impact vendor payments.
- All other duties as assigned.
- This position operates in a professional office environment with occasional work in our warehouse/factory.
- Occasional travel to supplier locations.
- Sustained posture in a seated position for prolonged periods of time.
- Required to lift up to 25 pounds.
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
- 1-3 years of experience in procurement or purchasing, preferably in industrial automation, manufacturing, or a related industry.
- Familiarity with procurement software and ERP systems.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with internal teams and external suppliers.
- Perform duties with minimal direction if applicable.
SMC Corporation of America is a part of a global organization that supports our customers in every industrialized country and is the U.S. subsidiary of SMC Corporation based in Japan. Since its establishment, SMC has been a leader in pneumatic technology, providing the various industries with technology and products to support automation based on the guiding principle of “contributing to automation labor savings in industry.” Over the past 50 years, SMC's products have become established as a recognized international brand through sales, technical, supply and after sale services in world markets. Sales have grown to achieve a 30% global market share.
Subsidiaries and joint ventures have been setup in a total of 53 countries. Production facilities are located in 30 countries. In addition, a sales network extends throughout 83 countries, with local services in 500 locations. SMC offers technology accumulated through the years, engineers that bring it to life in new products, production capacity which can deliver a variety of products in a short time, and an extensive sales network in the U.S. and throughout the world.
With its goal of ever more advanced automation, and using its many achievements as a base, SMC is developing high-quality, highly reliable products to contribute to automation in industry, as well as in familiar areas of everyday life.
SMC Corporation of America is a part of a global organization that supports our customers in every industrialized country and is the U.S. subsidiary of SMC Corporation based in Japan. Since its establishment, SMC has been a leader in pneumatic technology, providing the various industries with technology and products to support automation based on the guiding principle of “contributing to automation labor savings in industry.” Over the past 50 years, SMC's products have become established as a recognized international brand through sales, technical, supply and after sale services in world markets. Sales have grown to achieve a 30% global market share. Subsidiaries and joint ventures have been setup in a total of 53 countries. Production facilities are located in 30 countries. In addition, a sales network extends throughout 83 countries, with local services in 500 locations. SMC offers technology accumulated through the years, engineers that bring it to life in new products, production capacity which can deliver a variety of products in a short time, and an extensive sales network in the U.S. and throughout the world. With its goal of ever more advanced automation, and using its many achievements as a base, SMC is developing high-quality, highly reliable products to contribute to automation in industry, as well as in familiar areas of everyday life.
