Overview
Daifuku is the nations leading independent provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers inhouse the company designs manufactures integrates and installs the full spectrum of intralogistics solutions. We provide leadingedge conveyor and sortation systems voice and lightdirected order fulfillment equipment controls and software robotics mezzanines and structures.
If you want to join a team of industry leading experts and who want to create an impact on the future of material handling solutions we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities
Position Summary:
The Buyer procures categories of assigned and sometimes unassigned commodities to maximize value and maintain production schedules. Performs varied and additional administrative tasks in support of all purchasing requirements and responsibilities.
Ideal Candidate:
- Legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring Sponsorship
- Must be available to workon-site dailyin Hobart Indiana
- Acollaborative team playerwho thrives in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
- Strongattention to detail problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellentcommunication skills for cross-functional collaboration and reporting
Salary Range: $55000-$80000
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Evaluates material requirements and determines best sourcing strategy
- Places purchase orders and follows up with confirmations and deliveries
- Responds to emergency requirements from various departments including Logistics Accounting and Operations
- Ensures return material authorizations are completed with vendors on time
- Works effectively with vendors and co-workers to maintain good relationships
- Investigates and expands vendor base as appropriate
Qualifications
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Associate Degree or equivalent experience; Bachelors degree preferred
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as buyer preferably for an industrial equipment manufacturer
Knowledge Skills and Abilities Requirements:
- Knowledge of vendor relationship management
- Basic knowledge of negotiation tactics with a large base of suppliers
- Computer skills including MS Office
- Experience using MRP/ERP system
- Excellent organization skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Team orientation
- Self-motivated and detail-oriented
- Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and multi-task on a daily basis
- Desire and ability to understand surroundings as well as upstream and downstream operations.
- Ability to read write speak and understand the English language
Why Youll Love Working With Us!
We take care of our team from day one literally! Enjoy acompetitive benefits packagedesigned to support your health happiness and future:
- Day 1 benefits no waiting period to access your health dental and vision coverage
- Paid Time Off (PTO)so you can relax recharge and enjoy life outside of work
- Short-Term Disabilitycoverage for added peace of mind when you need it most
- 401(k) with company match up to 4%to help you build your financial future
- General Bonus Opportunitybased on performance and company success
- Comprehensive benefits that support your overall well-being because we believe happy employees do their best work!
OverviewDaifuku is the nations leading independent provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers inhouse the company designs manufactures integrates and installs the full spectrum of intralogistics solutions. We provide leadingedge conveyor and sortation systems voic...
Overview
Daifuku is the nations leading independent provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers inhouse the company designs manufactures integrates and installs the full spectrum of intralogistics solutions. We provide leadingedge conveyor and sortation systems voice and lightdirected order fulfillment equipment controls and software robotics mezzanines and structures.
If you want to join a team of industry leading experts and who want to create an impact on the future of material handling solutions we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities
Position Summary:
The Buyer procures categories of assigned and sometimes unassigned commodities to maximize value and maintain production schedules. Performs varied and additional administrative tasks in support of all purchasing requirements and responsibilities.
Ideal Candidate:
- Legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring Sponsorship
- Must be available to workon-site dailyin Hobart Indiana
- Acollaborative team playerwho thrives in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
- Strongattention to detail problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellentcommunication skills for cross-functional collaboration and reporting
Salary Range: $55000-$80000
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Evaluates material requirements and determines best sourcing strategy
- Places purchase orders and follows up with confirmations and deliveries
- Responds to emergency requirements from various departments including Logistics Accounting and Operations
- Ensures return material authorizations are completed with vendors on time
- Works effectively with vendors and co-workers to maintain good relationships
- Investigates and expands vendor base as appropriate
Qualifications
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Associate Degree or equivalent experience; Bachelors degree preferred
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as buyer preferably for an industrial equipment manufacturer
Knowledge Skills and Abilities Requirements:
- Knowledge of vendor relationship management
- Basic knowledge of negotiation tactics with a large base of suppliers
- Computer skills including MS Office
- Experience using MRP/ERP system
- Excellent organization skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Team orientation
- Self-motivated and detail-oriented
- Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and multi-task on a daily basis
- Desire and ability to understand surroundings as well as upstream and downstream operations.
- Ability to read write speak and understand the English language
Why Youll Love Working With Us!
We take care of our team from day one literally! Enjoy acompetitive benefits packagedesigned to support your health happiness and future:
- Day 1 benefits no waiting period to access your health dental and vision coverage
- Paid Time Off (PTO)so you can relax recharge and enjoy life outside of work
- Short-Term Disabilitycoverage for added peace of mind when you need it most
- 401(k) with company match up to 4%to help you build your financial future
- General Bonus Opportunitybased on performance and company success
- Comprehensive benefits that support your overall well-being because we believe happy employees do their best work!
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