BUYER
On-site · Waller, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Buyer is responsible for acquiring materials, supplies, services and placing purchase orders for goods with standard costs and quoted discounts. Reviews requisitions and vendor proposals to negotiate contracts, analyzes supplier opportunities, and maintains records on cost, delivery, performance, and inventory. Responsibilities include supplier development, directing staff in purchasing activities, implementing quality initiatives (DPPM, CAN's, SO's, FAI's, line rejects), delivery/inventory management, cost reduction, and management of the sourcing process (RFQ, negotiations, contracts). Requires travel up to ~15%, strong analytical and negotiation skills, proficiency with MRP/ERP systems, and collaboration with Sales, Engineering, Quality, Materials, Logistics, and other departments. Education and experience specify a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 2+ years in high-volume purchasing, plus manufacturing/ERP/EDI experience and familiarity with quality programs; APICS/Six Sigma certifications are a plus.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Materials Management, Business, Supply Chain, or related field
- 2+ years of experience in a high-volume purchasing environment
- Experience in a manufacturing environment with MRP
- Experience with quality programs and processes
- Familiarity with EDI implementation and supplier scheduling is a plus
- Inventory and/or quality management training/certification (APICS, Six Sigma, Audit, etc.)
- Strong negotiation and supplier development skills
- Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities
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