Sr Buyer

LEAPROS Workforce Solutions strategically links employers and professionals through innovative workforce solutions and transformative technology that catalyze growth for impact. LEAPROS is a trusted workforce solutions partner offering customized recruitment and interim staffing solutions as well as innovative resources designed to empower employers and professionals to accomplish their hiring and career objectives.Operating on a national platform our areas of concentration include finance and accounting information technology and engineering human resources and administration sales and marketing supply chain and operations. Whether you are a talented professional or a company looking for a talented professional we welcome you to take a leap with us!

POSITION TITLE: Senior Buyer

POSITION SUMMARY:Identifies and selects suppliers to support production and MRO (maintenance repair operating) needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Places purchase orders and follow up accordingly.
• Acts and works in supplier management role with key/critical suppliers.
• Coordinates all domestic subcontracting and kitting programs.
• Reviews selects and negotiates terms and conditions with suppliers.
• Places purchase orders for assigned material and services to support production and business operations.
• Conducts follow up expedites and updates open purchase orders accordingly.
• Maintains purchase order delivery dates.
• Maintains MAS ERP data for prices lead time etc. for assigned purchased item part number.
• Processes requests for quotation and requests for information to support the estimating and sales quotation process.
• Processes returns to suppliers via the nonconformance procedure request return authorization numbers process shipping memos bills of lading and labels.
• Coordinates discrepant material withshipping department.
• Distributes forms complete information and file forms in NCR book and RTV book.
• Develops and issues corrective action to supplier as required and tracks to completion.
• Manages the company MRB process.
• Assist finance in the resolution of accounts payable issues as necessary.
• Provides oversight and management for VMI activities.
• Provides direction and guidance to Buyer if staffed and as required.
• Maintains the Approved Supplier List and participates as an active member of the SDMT.

• Maintains a clean safe and unobstructed workplace environment.

• These duties are not exclusive and with consideration of your job requirements and other skills the job description can be added to or taken away from at the discretion of your immediate supervisor.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• A degree in Business or equivalent work experience in Procurement.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Strong negotiations skills and experience.
• Strong supplier management and supplier relations management skills.
• Experience with MAS ERP. Sage 100 would be ideal
• Ability to read and understand technical specifications and drawings.
• Willing to contribute to a harmonious team effort
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively with a diverse staff
• Active focus on supporting positive relationships; treating people with dignity respect integrity and/or compassion
• Strong organization skills and detail oriented
• Excellent problem solving skills

• At LEAPROS we are committed to our core values and guiding ethical principles to conducting business in a nondiscriminatory manner and to operating in strict compliance with applicable federal and state laws pertaining to Equal Employment Opportunity. This commitment enhances our ability to conduct business with the highest level of integrity solidifying our position as the most trusted workforce solutions partner. To learn more about LEAPROS or to speak with one of our recruitment partners call 866920LEAP or visit our website at www.leapros.