Senior Buyer - IDS
Senior Buyer - IDS
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Job Description
The Senior Buyer is responsible for executing the procurement strategies for the organization. This may include planning the procurement and scheduling of raw materials services and supplies and at times may include sourcing or negotiation with vendors depending upon the commodity and/or complexity of the account(s). The position also requires the incumbent to realize cost savings through negotiations and strategic positioning.
Primary Responsibilities
Analyze MRP to determine need for order placement expediting and/or de-expediting orders by supplier to meet production.
Cultivate sound business relationships with suppliers to foster long term growth.
Solicit vendors for bid proposals and/or requests for quotes.
Negotiate favorable price minimum order quantities shipping terms and payment terms Check reconcile and approve invoices for orders placed.
Work to reduce network raw materials WIP and finished goods inventories while optimizing service reducing waste and increasing inventory turns.
Read and interpret technical specifications and drawings.
Develop and maintain necessary records and files for efficient operation.
Conduct assessments of customer needs within the assigned region or area.
Support the execution of materials and operation direction setting packages.
Constantly assess systems for improvement opportunities.
Provide guidance to maintain communications between purchasing engineering and manufacturing regarding inventory levels.
Review plant demand and resource availability.
Ensure materials availability for production schedule.
Assess and work to improve inventory accuracy.
Improve communication and materials flow with supply chain partners.
Execute procurement sourcing strategies in-line with overall division and/or corporate objectives.
Qualifications :
Strong preference for incumbent to reside in Ohio Indiana or Kentucky.
Bachelors Degree required preferably in Business Supply Chain Management or related.
4 - 6 years prior buying purchasing or related experience.
CPSM certification preferred.
Well versed in purchasing techniques and logistical supply chain.
Well versed in assisting Purchasing Manager in vendor selection and negotiating/developing contracts.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Understanding of applicable computer systems such as Microsoft Office Google ERP systems and other function specific software.
Strong customer service skills.
Strong purchasing skills with strong business acumen.
Ability to travel up to 10%
Additional Information :
The salary range for this position is $75000 - $100000/ year.
The hiring base salary range above represents what Avery Dennison reasonably expects to pay for this position as of the date of this posting. Actual salaries will vary within the range and in some circumstances may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to a candidates relevant skills experience education and training and location as well as the job scope and complexity responsibilities and regular and/or necessary travel required for the position which may change depending on the candidate pool. Avery Dennison reserves the right to modify this information at any time subject to applicable law.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability protected veteran status or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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Remote Work :
Yes
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Remote
