SUMMARY OF JOB: The Buyer position coordinates and manages all activities related to the purchasing of raw materials used in manufacturing of customer product. This is a key position contributing to the overall effectiveness of the production team. Works with Engineering, Estimating, Production Planning, and Shipping/Receiving to coordinate activities and maintain communication as needed.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Evaluates daily, new requirements for Orders received and secures materials.
- Tracks status of all open PO’s and updates production team at daily meetings.
- Keeps ERP system up to date with changes to schedules as a result of raw material supply chain changes.
- Uses estimates to purchase materials at costs that accommodate customer pricing and lead to profitability.
- Negotiates prices with AVL to protect margins and customer pricing.
- Creates Purchase Orders (PO) and coordinates with Outside Service (O/S) vendors for pick up and status.
- Assists Estimating team by sourcing and securing pricing form Approved Vendor List (AVL)
- Updates work orders with correct materials when alternates are needed.
- Creates PO’s for MRO and Capex purchases as needed.
- Coordinates with Quality Manager to evaluate and score AVL quarterly.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
Schedule:
Experience:
- Manufacturing: 2 years (Required)
- Purchasing: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Westminster, CO: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person