Buyer

Hartford County, CT - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 65000 - 80000

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Full-time

Description

Are you a detail-driven problem solver who loves keeping operations running smoothly Were looking for a motivated Buyer to play a key role in our supply chain managing vendors negotiating pricing and ensuring materials arrive on time to support this fast-paced manufacturing environment youll analyze demand issue purchase orders and build strong supplier relationships that drive efficiency and cost savings. If youre skilled in ERP systems (Epicor experience a plus) thrive on organization and collaboration and want to be part of a team that values precision and performance wed love to meet you.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

Issue purchase orders based on the demand in the system and incoming requisition forms.

Analyze the MRP demand to adjust orders according to real needs.

Update the item data setting with correct lead times prices units of measure country of origin and all other relevant information.

Maintain and update supplier contact information in the system.

Update the Supplier price lists in a timely manner.

Manage material shortages and past due purchase order lines and make sure to meet the KPIs.

Manage vendor warranty claims.

Find and qualify new vendors based on the companies requirements and eliminate underperforming vendors.

Negotiate and challenge vendors quotes in order to drive cost savings for the company.

Maintain purchase price variances and work with accounting on solving problem invoices.

Maintain clear professional and efficient communication with internal and external personnel.

Perform other duties as designated by the department manager.

Requirements

Qualifications for Senior buyer.

Minimum 2 years of experience in Purchasing preferably in manufacturing.

Experience working with EPR systems. Experience in Epicor is preferred.

Proven negotiations skills

Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.

Education

Bachelors degree in supply chain management is preferred

Supply Chain Management certificates are preferred.

Salary Description

Salary

Full-timeDescriptionAre you a detail-driven problem solver who loves keeping operations running smoothly Were looking for a motivated Buyer to play a key role in our supply chain managing vendors negotiating pricing and ensuring materials arrive on time to support this fast-paced manufacturing env...