Senior Buyer

A well-established manufacturing company is seeking a Senior Buyer to source initiatives for both Production and MRO products and perform all procurement related functions.  Work hours are Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

Essential Responsibilities:

• Analyze MRO purchase requisitions, review for accuracy and completion, and maintain Approved Supplier List
• Provide pertinent updates to Sales and Customer Service on any part delays or product rejections
• Must be able to confer with vendors on corrective action requests for rejected parts
• Update prices and deliveries as information becomes available on a daily basis
• Research and prepare bid specifications, review quotes, and secure the most competitive bids
• Work with Receiving and Quality Contol, to make sure all materials are received correctly and placed in the ERP system
• Solve problems with orders in an efficient and timely manner, establish lead times for parts ordering, and expedite orders as necessary
• Work with Accounts Payable and Receiving Department to resolve any shipment or invoice issues 
• Negotiate pricing with vendors, obtain competitive quotes, and set up vendors in system
• Maintain current ISO certifications in the Business Partner database
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with vendors, suppliers, and internal staff.
• Complete sourcing initiatives for both Production and MRO products 
• Provide a high level of service to everyone
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred; Supply Chain preferred
• Purchasing experience in an Electronics Manufacturing Company is required; Medical Product Production preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems; SAP preferred
• Five to seven years Sourcing/Purchasing experience; Sourcing and procurement of electronic components, stampings, machining, and wire harnesses
• Purchasing experience in an Electronics Manufacturing Company is required; Medical Product Purchasing experience preferred
• Must have proven negotiation experience with suppliers
• Must have strong problem-solving skills along with a desire to create solutions
• Excellent organizational, communication, and telephone skills is required
• Must have the willingness to take initiative while multi-tasking, working in a fast-paced environment, and quickly change priorities 

Only candidates that can pass a background check and drug screen will be considered.

For an immediate interview, please call 440-253-2983 or submit your resume to parma@areatemps.com.