Buyer

JOB OVERVIEW

Responsible for direct sourcing and procurement of raw materials, components, supplies and services within a manufacturing environment. While working closely with internal departments including production planning, finance and logistics to ensure product sourcing, on-time deliveries and resolution of variances and supplier issues.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Strategic sourcing, purchasing and maintaining of raw materials and stock items
• Overseeing special projects including government contracts as assigned
• Collaborate with internal departments including production, finance and logistics to ensure on-time delivery and project deadlines
• Support the development of long-term relationships with company approved vendors
• Participate in supplier negotiations and contract review
• Analyze supplier lead times, minimum order quantities and make recommendations for cost efficiencies
• Generate purchasing orders and update supplier pricing
• Participate in supplier scorecard evaluations, feedback and corrective action conversations
• Other duties as assigned