Senior Buyer - Columbus, OH
Senior Buyer - Columbus, OH
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ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS- Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available toVeterans Transitioning Military National Guard and Reserve Members Military Spouses Wounded Warriors and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set education requirements and experience please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise this role is On-Site at the location detailed in the job post.
Job Description:
The Senior Buyer performs all functions related to SRM strategic and tactical planning purchasing negotiating and expediting on assigned commodities and SCI products. Works closely with supplies other Ametek locations SCOE GSO teams manufacturing engineering sales as well as Leadership on assigned projects. Manages supplier and EMS relationships including delivery performance and development implements inventory reduction programs (consignment VMI and stocking) monitors and updates lead-time and safety stocks to ensure continuity of supply. This role will be responsible for partnering with the Logistics/Procurement/Materials Managers suppliers plant management engineering operations and other associates as required. The successful candidate must be professional highly motivated possess excellent written and oral communication skills have strong ability to receive guidance and execute on projects and objectives in a thorough complete and timely manner.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage MRP for assigned commodities or products performing all analysis planning and execution to maintain continuity of supply while optimizing inventory levels
Collaborate with SCOE/ GSO to develop sourcing strategies and lead the supplier selection process
Aggressively work to resolve any shortages affecting Manufacturing to ensure Continuity of Supply
Implement supplier inventory programs to support inventory reduction (VMI consignment stocking etc.)
Generate continuous improvement projects
Actively pursue methods that will reduce the lead-time for critical path materials with no extra risk or expense to Ametek. This person also has the responsibility to keep the E&O (excess & obsolete) inventory low and under control.
Prepare RFQs negotiate with suppliers and initiate purchase orders
Review open orders reports to ensure on time delivery of all materials in assigned commodities / products maintaining promise date integrity at all times in Oracle
Monitor suppliers performance against company quality and delivery goals
Develop and manage long term agreements with suppliers that are providing a strategic advantage
Lead activities required in make vs buy decision for new or current production components
Identify and develop opportunities for cost reduction utilizing alternative sourcing (including international sourcing) negotiation supplier consolidation etc. to maintain and achieve companywide goals and metrics.
Monitor market and supplier trends for opportunities and risk
Provide support to resolve supply issues including expedited deliveries payables and rejected material matters.
Interface internally with Sales Engineering Quality and Manufacturing Teams as required.
Job Description:
The Senior Buyer performs all functions related to SRM strategic and tactical planning purchasing negotiating and expediting on assigned commodities and SCI products. Works closely with supplies other Ametek locations SCOE GSO teams manufacturing engineering sales as well as Leadership on assigned projects. Manages supplier and EMS relationships including delivery performance and development implements inventory reduction programs (consignment VMI and stocking) monitors and updates lead-time and safety stocks to ensure continuity of supply. This role will be responsible for partnering with the Logistics/Procurement/Materials Managers suppliers plant management engineering operations and other associates as required. The successful candidate must be professional highly motivated possess excellent written and oral communication skills have strong ability to receive guidance and execute on projects and objectives in a thorough complete and timely manner.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage MRP for assigned commodities or products performing all analysis planning and execution to maintain continuity of supply while optimizing inventory levels
Collaborate with SCOE/ GSO to develop sourcing strategies and lead the supplier selection process
Aggressively work to resolve any shortages affecting Manufacturing to ensure Continuity of Supply
Implement supplier inventory programs to support inventory reduction (VMI consignment stocking etc.)
Generate continuous improvement projects
Actively pursue methods that will reduce the lead-time for critical path materials with no extra risk or expense to Ametek. This person also has the responsibility to keep the E&O (excess & obsolete) inventory low and under control.
Prepare RFQs negotiate with suppliers and initiate purchase orders
Review open orders reports to ensure on time delivery of all materials in assigned commodities / products maintaining promise date integrity at all times in Oracle
Monitor suppliers performance against company quality and delivery goals
Develop and manage long term agreements with suppliers that are providing a strategic advantage
Lead activities required in make vs buy decision for new or current production components
Identify and develop opportunities for cost reduction utilizing alternative sourcing (including international sourcing) negotiation supplier consolidation etc. to maintain and achieve companywide goals and metrics.
Monitor market and supplier trends for opportunities and risk
Provide support to resolve supply issues including expedited deliveries payables and rejected material matters.
Interface internally with Sales Engineering Quality and Manufacturing Teams as required.
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications:
Must have a minimum of 5-7 years of Procurement experience in a relevant supply chain purchasing materials manufacturing environment required or comparable work-related experience.
Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain / Procurement Inventory Management Logistics or Operations Management. Technical background or MBA is a plus.
Desired Qualifications:
The Senior Buyer should be an experienced professional Buyer with 5 years of experience with a successful record of engaging with suppliers to negotiate expedite and manage the relationship. The Senior Buyer will be able to hit the ground running and be able use knowledge and prior work experience to contribute to the business quickly. A MBA would be desirable for the candidate interested in this position.
Compensation
Employee Type: Salaried
Salary Minimum: $70000
Salary Maximum: $95000
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full Time
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