Buyer Purchasing Specialist

BUYER / PURCHASING SPECIALIST / PROCUREMENT & SOURCING SPECIALIST (Permanent)
Our client a global manufacturing organization with headquarters in WNY is looking to add a Buyer to their growing team. This role reports directly to the Materials Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Perform sourcing and procurement activities to ensure optimal inventory levels
  
• Manage contracts for each assigned supplier
  
• Conduct negotiations regarding cost delivery improvements and quality materials
  
• Process POs coordinate material flow from suppliers and expedite orders as necessary to align with production and shipping schedules
  
• Manage and assess supplier KPIs
  
• Regularly review reports on Price Purchase Variance (PPV) and develop/implement cost reduction programs
  
• Review inventory levels of materials across several locations to ensure optimal internal inventory is maintained at all times
  
• Identify and research different methods to effectively reduce lead times
  
• Communicate with vendors via email phone and in-person to develop key relationships
  
• Address and resolve issues in a timely manner communicating with vendors and internal team members
  
• Process vendors returns and non-conformance notifications (NCNs)
  
• Receive customer/production requests and ensure a response within 4 hours in an effort to maintain schedules
  
• Work well both independently and in a team environment
  
• Other duties as assigned/as necessary
  

Details:

• Position is full-time direct hire
  
• 100% in-office
  
• $65000 - $75000 annually depending on experience
  
• Excellent benefits package: Medical Dental Vision (effective day 1) 401k with up to 5% match PTO Paid holidays Safety shoe/glasses annual reimbursement
  
• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Business Administration or related
  
• CPM or CPIM certification preferred
  
• 3 years related experience
  
• Experience with ERP systems & inventory management systems
  
• Strong forecasting skills data analysis
  
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
  
• Strong organization skills and time management skills
  
• Strong attention to detail
  
• Self-motivated
  
• Relocation not available
  
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States; Visa sponsorship is not available
  
• All employees and applicants please know that you have access at all times to New York State and Federal Labor Laws and Posters at the Government Agency websites: