SUMMARY OF THE JOB

Reporting directly to the Senior Buyer is responsible for executing the tactical day-to-day purchasing activities of the Procurement Department for the US Operation. This includes developing new suppliers, analyzing demand and inventory performance, forecasting and stock planning, provide reports, place purchase orders and ensure on-time delivery of materials from approved suppliers to multiple locations. This position must partner with Accounts Payable, Finance, Production, Maintenance, Warehousing and other departments to achieve individual, department and corporate goals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in supply chain management, excellent negotiation skills, and a proven track record in driving cost savings initiatives. Additionally, the Junior Buyer will monitor supplier performance, resolve issues, ensure compliance with company policies, and assist in managing financial budgets related to procurement activities.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• College degree in supply chain management, Business Administration or a related field is required.
• Bachelor’s degree is highly desirable.
• Minimum 1-2 years’ experience in procurement or supply chain management within a multi-plant manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience in executing procurement strategies.
• Negotiation skills with the ability to drive cost savings initiatives.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to analyze large data sets.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (Sage X3 and Limble desired) & other relevant software applications.
• Strong collaboration skills with experience working in teams & supporting cross-functional projects.
• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Occasional domestic travel required.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Role and Responsibilities

• Assist in identifying the procurement needs for various categories such as Repair & Maintenance, and other items for South Mill operations.
• Help develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with the company’s business objectives.
• Assist in developing and implementing RFQ and competitive bidding processes.
• Support the management of category spending, strategies, and payment processes to ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
• Assist in forecasting demand and managing inventory levels to optimize working capital.
• Work with internal departments to integrate procurement into day-to-day business and ensure internal customer satisfaction as well as help optimize procure-to-pay processes.
• Support the development and implementation of supply chain risk management strategies.
• Participate in cross-functional cost savings initiatives initiated by category managers, operations, warehouse, and other departments.
• Control and analyze inventory to identify areas of opportunity to optimize stocking levels.
• Analyze short-term and long-term consumption to identify demand shifts and react appropriately.
• Assist in implementing improvements to capitalize on identified opportunities or changes.
• Create and release purchase orders to secure materials, ensuring on-time delivery.
• Monitor the status of incoming materials and communicate potential issues to management.
• Assist in managing supplier accounts, including resolving quality issues, ensuring regulatory compliance, capturing cost savings, and monitoring supplier performance.
• Support the implementation of inventory control best practices and timely counts.
• Support day-to-day purchasing activities and aim for achieving 100% internal customer satisfaction.
• Participate and support the implementation of Sage X3 best practices.
• Provide support and escalate issues to the Senior Buyer.
• Perform other duties and participate in projects as needed.

Preferred Skills

• Understanding manufacturing quality, purchasing, and supply management procedures.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills, including phone interactions and effective collaboration with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Ability to work independently as a part of the team.
• Strong in building and maintaining productive relationships with vendors and suppliers for long-term partnerships.
• Good decision-making and problem-solving abilities in procurement of materials.
• Proficiency in most computer software applications like Office 365, Sage X3, and internet applications for sourcing facts.
• Ability to accurately document procurement activities.

• Assist in identifying the procurement needs for various categories such as Repair & Maintenance, and other items for South Mill operations.
• Help develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with the company’s business objectives.
• Assist in developing and implementing RFQ and competitive bidding processes.
• Support the management of category spending, strategies, and payment processes to ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
• Assist in forecasting demand and managing inventory levels to optimize working capital.
• Work with internal departments to integrate procurement into day-to-day business and ensure internal customer satisfaction as well as help optimize procure-to-pay processes.
• Support the development and implementation of supply chain risk management strategies.
• Participate in cross-functional cost savings initiatives initiated by category managers, operations, warehouse, and other departments.
• Control and analyze inventory to identify areas of opportunity to optimize stocking levels.
• Analyze short-term and long-term consumption to identify demand shifts and react appropriately.
• Assist in implementing improvements to capitalize on identified opportunities or changes.
• Create and release purchase orders to secure materials, ensuring on-time delivery.
• Monitor the status of incoming materials and communicate potential issues to management.
• Assist in managing supplier accounts, including resolving quality issues, ensuring regulatory compliance, capturing cost savings, and monitoring supplier performance.
• Support the implementation of inventory control best practices and timely counts.
• Support day-to-day purchasing activities and aim for achieving 100% internal customer satisfaction.
• Participate and support the implementation of Sage X3 best practices.
• Provide support and escalate issues to the Senior Buyer.
• Perform other duties and participate in projects as needed