BUYER / PURCHASING SPECIALIST / PROCUREMENT & SOURCING SPECIALIST (Permanent)
Our client, a global manufacturing organization with headquarters in WNY, is looking to add a Buyer to their growing team. This role reports directly to the Materials Manager.

Responsibilities:

Perform sourcing and procurement activities to ensure optimal inventory levels
Manage contracts for each assigned supplier
Conduct negotiations regarding cost, delivery improvements, and quality materials
Process POs, coordinate material flow from suppliers, and expedite orders, as necessary, to align with production and shipping schedules
Manage and assess supplier KPIs
Regularly review reports on Price Purchase Variance (PPV) and develop/implement cost reduction programs
Review inventory levels of materials across several locations to ensure optimal internal inventory is maintained at all times
Identify and research different methods to effectively reduce lead times
Communicate with vendors via email, phone, and in-person to develop key relationships
Address and resolve issues in a timely manner, communicating with vendors and internal team members
Process vendors returns and non-conformance notifications (NCNs)
Receive customer/production requests and ensure a response within 4 hours in an effort to maintain schedules
Work well both independently and in a team environment
Other duties as assigned/as necessary

Details:

Position is full-time, direct hire
100% in-office
$65,000 - $75,000 annually depending on experience
Excellent benefits including extremely low out of pocket expense for healthcare premium, strong holiday schedule with plant shutdown between Christmas and New Years, nice amount of PTO, 5% match on 401k, Safety shoe/glasses annual reimbursement
Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related
CPM or CPIM certification preferred
3+ years’ related experience
Experience with ERP systems & inventory management systems
Strong forecasting skills, data analysis
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Strong organization skills and time management skills
Strong attention to detail
Self-motivated
Relocation not available
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States; Visa sponsorship is not available
All employees and applicants, please know that you have access at all times to New York State and Federal Labor Laws and Posters at the Government Agency websites: https://dol.ny.gov/posting-requirements-0; https://www.dol.gov/general/topics/posters#workplace-posters

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Buyer / Purchasing Specialist