Site Buyer
Site Buyer
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09-08-2025
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Job Description
Transco
As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdingswhich is backed by Berkshire Hathawayyoull be doing things that matter leading at every level and winning a better way. Were committed to making a positive impact on the world providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities and fostering a culture where everyones empowered to be their best.
Under broad supervision responsible for procurement of assigned items and executing buying strategies in accordance with agreed upon material buying plans at the optimum cost/quality relationship. Analyzes market and industry conditions and develops supply recommendations. Interviews sales representatives and vendors. Role typically requires between 3 and 5 years of experience.WHO WE ARE:
Marmon Holdings Inc. part of Berkshire Hathaway Inc. is one of the worlds most innovative and impactful industrial organizations. Marmon comprises more than 100 manufacturing and service businesses serving diverse industries and markets across the globe. With 23000 team members 400 facilities in 20 countries and $10 billion in annual revenue Marmon may be the biggest company youve never heard of. Until now!
This position is part of the Marmon Rail Division and will be assigned to Houston Texas Transco Railway Products Inc. This position will report to the Materials Manager.
POSITION SUMMARY:
As an individual contributor the Site Buyer will plan and procure material to meet internal stakeholder requirements at an optimal cost. TheSite Buyerwillpurchase goods/servicesaccording to support customer needs departmental and Procurement organizational agreements/contractsand Marmon policies and procedures.
Primary responsibilities and/or essential functions include but are not limited to:
Functional/Technical Expertise
- Tactical creation and issuance of POs to approved suppliers based on ERP system demand.
- Maintains accurate PO information and delivery dates in the ERP system.
- Set-up execution and maintenance of ordering parameters and ERP data.
- Work with the supplier and internal Marmon resources to set up internal and supplier-held Kanbans.
- Ensure adherence to price and lead time established by contract.
- Monitor supplier delivery performance days on hand and related quality issues.
- Monitor inventory levels to avoid potential excess obsolescence and shortages.
- Oversee Inventory Policy through ABCD classification and use of proper planning parameters.
- Adjust forecasts and planning parameters as required including safety stocks reorder points minimum orders adherence with Marmon guidelines.
- Participate in cost savings efforts (i.e. Freight Packaging Price).
- Assist where required to expedite POs and confirm delivery.
- Review and release purchase requisitions.
- Resolve supplier and data issues (i.e. Price discrepancies invoice discrepancies receiving issues).
- Participate in daily production and planning meetings.
- Secure Corrective Actions and execute the RMA process when applicable.
- Coordinate Engineering changes with suppliers Material Planning and Engineering for purchased parts.
- Daily coordination of information between production purchasing and shipping.
- Provides availability pricing and shipping information.
- Generates daily weekly and monthly metric reports.
- Manage supplier-held inventory programs.
- Develop in-depth knowledge on parts/commodities managed to aid in expedites and suggest part deviations to resolve shortages and mitigate high risk situations.
- Work with Commodity Managers Operations and Engineering on supplier transitions.
SKILLS/SPECIFICATIONS:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Detail-oriented with excellent organization and time management skills.
- Proven ability to successfully manage multiple projects and tasks.
- Critical thinking and negotiation skills.
- Knowledge of basic mathematical operations and calculations.
- Familiarity with consignment inventory receiving and quality best practices.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications particularly with Excel.
- Ability to wear safety equipment such as but not limited to safety shoes safety glasses hard hats ear plugs and respirators.
- Ability to see and hear the visual and audio safety warnings in the plant.
- Ability to bend stoop and stretch to perform tasks.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required; College degree preferred.
- Minimum of 2-4 years experience in Procurement Purchasing Planning or Materials Management.
WHAT WE OFFER:
Our company strives to be the Employer of Choice. Our generous benefits package includes:
- Benefits on Day 1
- Medical/Dental/Vision with first-in-class vendors
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account (Medical and Dependent Care)
- Company Paid Benefits: Short Term Disability Long Term Disability Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- 4 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
- Vacation Benefits
- 401k with generous company match and additional employer annual contribution.
Please note the duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employees normal line of work. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process please email your request to and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.
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