Senior Buyer - Hollingshead Mixer Co.

Under minimal supervision, participates in the selection of, and responsible for the management of reliable sources of supply to ensure a steady flow of quality products at the lowest possible cost. Position reports directly to Purchasing Manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Generates and publishes Request for Quotes (RFQ)
• Reviews RFQ responses and may be involved with negotiation of prices.
• Participates in the supplier selection process.
• Creates and manages purchase orders.
• Escalates/de-escalates deliveries according to changing needs.
• Responsible for interfacing with supplier base.
• Responsible for planning and procuring assigned commodities.
• Responsible for inventory analysis and forecast analysis.
• Manage supplier backorders.
• Responsible for due-date maintenance.
• Responsible for inventory levels for assigned commodities.
• Assists in cost savings and avoidance through negotiation and resourcing.
• Assist suppliers with prints, and engineering specifications as required.
• Assist suppliers as required to improve supplier performance rating.
• Responsible to work with supplier to disposition discrepant material.
• Visits supplier’s facility to validate their ability to meet quality and capacity.
• Responsible for results of PPV (Purchase Price Variance).
• Works with Accounts Payable to resolve invoice discrepancies. 

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of five years purchasing experience in a production environment.
• Strong computer and communications skills required (Word & Excel)
• ERP/MRP experience
• Able to work in a production environment.
• Be a team player as well as able to work independently.
• Valid Indiana Driver’s license.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
• Pay will be “Commensurate with Experience”.

BENEFITS:

• 401 (K)
• 401(K) matching
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Vacation time
• Paid time off