Buyer
$55,300–$69,000 year
On-siteFarmington, Minnesota, United States
Job Summary
Manage material shortages and ensure timely delivery of purchased materials for divisional production while maintaining relationships with suppliers, Engineers, and Production Control. Interpret MRP output to create purchase orders, expedite past due orders, and coordinate Engineering Change Notices to manage inventory levels. Resolve issues related to invoicing, material shortages, and shipment discrepancies with vendors and internal personnel. Assist Accounts Payable in credit/debit reconciliation, participate in Lean initiatives, and act as a backup for other Buyers. This role reports to the Materials Manager with no direct reports.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in relevant field or associate's degree with 3 + years relevant experience or 5+ years of relevant experience
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment, building relationships with all levels of employees
- Ability to organize and manage multiple, simultaneous priorities and meet aggressive deadlines
- Attention to detail and accuracy while working in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines
- Judgment and decision-making skills while comparing relative cost and benefit potential
- A strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Outlook
- Valid US driver's license
- Ability to travel by plane as required by the job
Desired Qualifications
- Three (3) years of experience in a purchasing/supply chain role
- Six months of experience in a production/manufacturing environment or a material control role
- Previous experience in sales, operations, operations planning, master scheduling, production planning, inventory control or production control within an MRP/ERP environment
- Professional work experience with contract management and negotiations
- Knowledge of customer service functions and shipping procedures
- APICS (C.P.I.M.) Certified Purchasing Manager or Certified Professional in Inventory Management Certification
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