What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer position at The Panther Group?
The Panther Group is looking for motivated individuals to join the team as a Buyer working for a local manufacturing leader in machine automation. Apply NOW!
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for directly facilitating the procurement of materials and related services required by the company. This position will oversee the purchasing function, collaborate closely with Materials Management, Outside Sales, Production, and Planning, and support the company's overall growth plan.
Establish strategies to improve supply chain, solve shortage issues and strengthen supplier relationships.
Partner with key, strategic vendors to obtain the best pricing and accurate delivery.
Obtain materials, components and equipment, as required by the production schedule.
Plan, schedule and monitor the movement of materials through the development, prototype, and production cycle.
Expedite orders where necessary.
Establish and maintain relations with suppliers and appropriate representatives
Direct and procure supplier technical and operating expertise as required to internal customer.
Maintain an awareness of materials and procurement concepts.
Verify data accuracy, and report problems to appropriate parties.
Develop written procedures for routine protocols and keep them current for the Purchasing Department.
Identify problem areas and brainstorm and execute solutions.
Complete special projects for the Operations department.
Track the progress of parts to ensure time schedules and delivery.
Partner with engineering on new product introductions, including early supplier involvement.
Implement improvement processes to reduce inventory and non-value-added work.
Monitor, analyze, and report material variances to standard cost.
Interface with Accounting, Manufacturing Engineering, and Production to establish standard costs.
Responsible for optimizing material costs through vendor analysis, quality, schedule, cost evaluation, etc.
Apply cost-effective measures as related to support standard cost and make / buy decisions.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree in business management, Business Administration, Supply Chain, or Operations Management is preferred.
4 years’ experience with purchasing in a manufacturing environment.
Certification in CPM, CPIM or APICS a plus.
Experience with an ERP system is required, NetSuite / Oracle is a plus.
Detail oriented.
Self-motivated.
Strong organizational and negotiating skills.
Experience with supplier-managed inventory.
Track record of cost, inventory, and lead time reduction.
