What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Buyer position at The Tranzonic Companies?
About The Tranzonic Companies
The Tranzonic Companies serves as a hub for a strategic collection of manufacturing and sales companies that lead the way in multiple categories, including personal care and protection, textiles, cleaning products, and contamination control. These businesses empower its distributor partners to succeed in the future through a cohesive approach that promotes operational efficiency and fuels innovation.
Position Summary:
The Assistant Buyer plays a key role in supporting the Purchasing Manager in purchasing raw materials, packaging, and services. This ensures timely and cost-effective supply chain operations, while enhancing vendor relationships, optimizing costs, and contributing to overall efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
- Generate and manage purchase orders in Batchmaster, coordinating with suppliers to ensure timely order placement.
- Analyze pricing structures and proactively request quotes from suppliers to optimize cost efficiency.
- Monitor and adjust supply schedules to prevent production delays, ensuring optimal inventory levels are maintained.
- Prepare and maintain monthly purchasing reports to track performance, costs, and inventory trends.
- Evaluate and document all purchased items and services, maintaining transparency across departments.
- Collaborate with Accounts Payable to review, approve, and resolve invoice discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Conduct research on vendors and suppliers to identify opportunities for cost savings, improved profitability, and enhanced operational efficiency.
- Foster positive relationships with vendors, overseeing their performance and ensuring compliance with contractual terms.
- Organize and update supplier database, including delivery schedules, invoices, and quantities to streamline purchasing operations.
- Manage inventory levels and forecast future supply needs, ensuring accurate data for ordering, shipping, and cost tracking.
- Provide administrative support to the Purchasing and Logistics Manager, assisting with tasks as required.
- Assist with additional duties as assigned by management, adapting to shifting priorities and responsibilities.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent (Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Logistics, Purchase and Supply Chain, Business Administration or related fields is preferred)
- 1 - 2 years of experience purchasing and expediting in a manufacturing/production environment.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Proficiency with MS Office and merchandising software systems.
- Multitasking and working under pressure.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Demonstrated experience with spreadsheet computer applications.
