Buying Associate

Incumbents are fully qualified to execute job/role accountabilities working independently on most aspects of the job, performing tasks such as procuring goods and services, reviewing requisitions, and initiating contracts.

Requirements

• Procures goods and services in support of the business operations
• Acts as the communication link between internal customers, suppliers and external customers
• Reviews requisitions, contacts vendors, examines bids and initiates contracts
• Responsible for the procurement of parts and supplies for new products, existing products and non-production supplies
• Coordinates and manages last time buys for products end of life
• Ensures on-time delivery, purchase price variance and inventory management
• Tracks forecast accuracy and reports back to appropriate personnel
• Updates standard costs for assigned parts
• Facilitates quoting and sourcing of parts to improve supply and reduce costs
• Acts as primary contact with suppliers, internal and external customers to facilitate problem resolution for assigned material
• Has responsibility for continuous improvement including data integrity and parameter management
• Analyzes variances to determine root cause and implement corrective action
• Manages overall relationship with and performance of suppliers

Benefits

• Retirement Plan
• Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program