Buyer 2

POSITION SUMMARY: Buyer 2: This position purchases, reviews supplier quotes and analyzes purchase requisitions for the direct procurement of goods and services. Responsible for purchasing in accordance with Planning departments instruction. Team member will also recommend new supply sources where existing vendors and suppliers are no longer cost competitive. Interacts directly with suppliers and QA to resolve quality issues. Works with management to address all aspects of commodity management, including procurement support, commodity business plans, pricing, and product availability. Resolves issues with regards to material delivery, receiving, and payment for goods or services. Focused on developing Category Plans for specific commodities. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Coordinate purchasing activities with manufacturing, planning and PDO departments to acquire inventory in a cost effective and timely manner. Process purchasing requisitions, purchase change orders and requests for quotes to suppliers. Perform cost analysis and volume planning for major commodities (e.g., materials, components, equipment, and services). Monitor the cost of goods, and setup scheduling to negotiate highest quality at best value. Analyze material requirements to ensure uninterrupted flow of materials and services for designated commodity/part families for production. Organize and actively participate...