What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operational Buyer position at Soudal USA?
Company Overview
Company Overview
Soudal is Europe's largest independent manufacturer of Sealants, Adhesives and PU foams, with globally more than 4000 employees, group sales exceeding 1.5 billion USD and nearly 30 production sites on five continents. This 100% Belgian family-owned business has grown into a global player and expert in chemical products and solutions for construction, retail and industry.
Job Description
Soudal is currently seeking an enthusiastic, team-oriented Operational Buyer. The Operational Buyer will be a part of supply chain team to plan, purchase, and track purchases of products, materials, or services. This position reports directly to the supply chain manager.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
Place purchase orders for multiple departments with approved vendors using SAP and Hermes software.
Monitor stock levels to determine appropriate buying needs.
Work with operations team members in support of company goals with regards to purchasing.
Ensure accuracy of information, including but not limited to, ship-to location, current pricing, part numbers, descriptions, and delivery dates.
Develop working relationships with vendors.
Schedule tanker and container deliveries.
Ensure delivery on due date to accommodate production schedule.
Communicate with affected teams regarding delays or issues and update revised information into SAP.
Track on-time delivery performance.
Where applicable, maintain spreadsheets as an aid in combining similar vendor parts to ensure EOQ and best freight opportunities.
Work with quality team members with regards to defective and / or rejected materials to procure replacement or applicable reimbursements
Qualifications :
Education : High School diploma or GED equivalent
Experience Requirements : 3-5 years experience in a manufacturing environment serving in a buyer role is preferred. Experience with SAP preferred.
Analytical Acumen : Strong problem-solving skills, coupled with the ability to independently execute tasks and escalate issues as needed.
Organizational Excellence : Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
Work Environment : Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
Company Benefits : 401(k)
401(k) matching
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Dental insurance
Vision
Long Term Disability
Life insurance
Vacation Time
Sick Time
11 Paid Holidays
Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.
Soudal is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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