Materials Buyer

In billions of syringes and in every second car worldwide Datwyler components make an important contribution to the safety of patients and drivers. The high-tech company focuses on high-quality system-critical elastomer components and holds leading positions in attractive global markets such as healthcare mobility connectivity general industry and food & beverage. With over 25 production sites on four continents sales in more than 100 countries and over 8000 employees the company headquartered in Switzerland generates annual sales of more than CHF 1000 million.

Our employees are the heart of Datwyler - we treat each other with respect trust and appreciation. We have strong roots and values that have been well established in our 100-year corporate history. Become part of our great team as a...

Materials Buyer

We offer you the opportunity to contribute and deepen your innovative ideas in a specialized future-oriented company at a crucial point. Your role enables you to work with various internal departments and external partners and suppliers. A comprehensive onboarding program diverse and tailor-made further training opportunities as well as a colorful and committed team with exciting tasks are only part of our offer for you! This role is located in Dallas TX.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and identify innovative solutions that support supplier consolidation improve quality delivery pricing and lead times in line with corporate and site policies procedures and quality standards.
• Maintain all supply and service contracts quotations and relevant supporting documentation.
• Compile purchasing statistics and handle other assignments relating to purchasing.
• Identify suppliers and maintain approved vendor list.
• Assist in the resolution of customer complaints and quality issues as needed.
• Issue requests for quotes and select the best sources consistent with cost quality and delivery requirements.
• Complete purchase requests with domestic and international suppliers by imputing purchase orders expediting deliveries and verifying all transactions.
• Handle correspondence concerning over-shipments delivery shortages changes in quantity delivery dates and prices and report such changes to the affected parties in a timely manner.
• Act as a liaison between suppliers and involved departments to resolve procurement related problems.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels consistent with targeted inventory goals and as set by management.
• Maintain accuracy of information within ERP system including lead-time pricing current supplier information current purchase order data etc.
• Monitor supplier performance by ensuring that product is delivered as scheduled and meets specifications; maintaining appropriate files and records of meetings with suppliers to ensure company requirements are met and that supplier is aware of their performance.
• Adhere to all HSES procedures and practices to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations and company policies.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing other job-related tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• BA or BS in Materials Management Procurement Business Administration Operations Planning or related field; MBA CPM or APICS certification desirable.
• 3-5 years of procurement experience including purchasing of elastomer and metal component raw materials inventory control contract negotiation supply management and supplier relationships.
• Knowledge of SAP/S4

Your Profile

• Able to read and interpret drawings and part specifications is preferred
• Good understanding of negotiation strategy along with a good knowledge of sourcing/purchasing methods.
• Ability to respond consistently with a high degree of initiative to resolve issues or complex problems that may arise.
• Ability to maintain positive company image and brand.
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication ability to communicate effectively in English both written and verbal.
• Efficient organization and time-management skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills including proficiency of Microsoft Office and other work-related software.
• Must have strong work ethic professional attitude and be detailed oriented as well as reliable.

Our Offer to you

At Datwyler we offer:

• Competitive wages
• Combined PTO
• Matching 6% 401K with Roth option
• Medical Dental Vision and other auxiliary benefit options
• Company paid Life Insurance and optional Voluntary Life Insurance
• Development training and opportunities for growth

Datwyler Competencies

Datwyler Leadership Competencies -Ensuring Responsibility/Integrity- Calls for ownership -Level 3

Datwyler Social & Personal Competencies - Team orientation- Is a team player - Level 4

Datwyler Management Competencies- Entrepreneurship- Implements strategy - Level 3

Datwyler Leadership Competencies- Adaptability- Participates in change- Level 3

Datwyler Social & Personal Competencies-Dealing with socio-cultural diversity- Respects diversity-Level 4

Datwyler Management Competencies - Result Orientation and Execution - Implements objectives - Level 3

Datwyler Expertise Competencies- Business orientation - Pursues KPIs-Level 3

Datwyler Expertise Competencies- Exceed customer expectations - Understands the customer-Level 3

Datwyler Management Competencies - Creativity and Innovation - Produces a wide range of ideas -Level 3

Datwyler Social & Personal Competencies- Emotional Intelligence- Is responsive to the situation of others-Level 3

Datwyler Expertise Competencies- Professional aptitude- Is able to instruct others-Level 3

Datwyler Leadership Competencies- Lead by coaching - Installs opportunities to develop- Level 3

Be yourself at Datwyler

We are convinced that people make the difference. At Datwyler you will experience diversity and a wide range of career opportunities that only an international company can provide. Together we are increasing our agility accelerating digitalization and fostering sustainability. For motivated and talented employees we offer interesting development opportunities with training and assignments in a global environment. With us you can contribute with all of your creativity and all your ideas.