Senior Buyer
Current Evaluate usage, order point, and requirements using MRP and Recommended Reorder reports. Place required purchase orders for raw materials, purchased parts and enter purchase orders per company SOP’s. Develop, grow, and manage supplier relationships in such a manner that will strengthen the company’s Supply Chain. Keep suppliers aware of manufacturing requirements, request and review quotations for new and existing components, negotiate terms and delivery, and evaluate supplier performance. Issue change orders as required. Follow-up on orders to ensure proper handling and delivery. Expedite late orders and immediate requirements by direct contact with suppliers. Investigate, document, and recommend alternate or secondary suppliers using the in-house resource library, Internet, and other tools. Conduct competitive bidding, costs analysis, and other financial reviews that results in cost savings for the company. Consult with Engineering and Quality Assurance departments regarding specifications and/or deviations and recommend alternative material or methods based on knowledge of market availability. Communicate Non-Conformance Reports to the supplier and manage to a resolution of the issue. Establish and maintain supplier stocking/Kanban programs. Review Engineering Change Orders and drawings covering areas of material and parts responsibility. Partner with Engineering on New Product Development projects by obtaining quotes from existing and new suppliers, provide supplier recommendation, and facilitate meetings with suppliers. Assist Accounting with invoice discrepancies as needed. Champion projects as required. Maintain supplier product catalogs, quotations and price lists, blanket order files and correspondence files.