Buyer
LaGrange, GA 30240 US
Job Description
- Responsible for planning, organizing, purchasing and estimating skills; ability to be self-motivated to meet critical deadlines.
- Identify suppliers that can meet requirements for price, quality, and delivery.
- Qualification of suppliers with guidance from management.
- Develop legal and ethical business relationships with suppliers.
- Manage supplier relationships and complete supplier quality assessments (some visits to supplier sites, as needed). Understanding of supplier’s abilities and constraints.
- ERP Planning skills to manage and release planned purchase orders.
- Use good judgement to maximize cost savings, while minimizing inventory risk.
- Regularly liaise with Engineering, Project Managers, and Operations personnel
- Manage assigned supplier base and drive cost reductions goals while adhering to company KPI’s
- Maintain and update supplier documentation and contract information (Purchase agreement negotiation, etc.)
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in purchasing and cost estimating within a manufacturing environment.
- Active CPM or CPIM, CSPC or related certification preferred.
- Proficient experience in Microsoft Office (with advanced Excel and data analysis skills), and a relevant ERP system.
- Knowledge and ability to validate planned purchase order demand.
- Ability to source and complete requests for quotes from potential suppliers.
- Ability to review and negotiate contracts in the company’s best interest.
- Ability to read engineering drawings, BOM’s, and part specifications.
- Ability to generate and communicate forecast to key suppliers.
- Research and recommend substitute or alternative items or supply.
- Adhere to company ISO documentation requirements.
Meet Your Recruiter
Mike Schmitz
Technical Recruiter
Mike Schmitz is an esteemed Recruiting Team Leader specializing in the Life Sciences Division. With an impressive tenure of over 12 years at Sterling and a remarkable 16-year career in the recruiting arena, Mike has cemented his reputation as a trailblazer in talent acquisition.
As a Recruiting Team Leader, Mike's understanding of the intricacies within the Life Sciences Division is unparalleled. His expertise positions him as a strategic partner in bridging the gap between talented professionals and opportunities that align with their aspirations.
With a career spanning 16 years, Mike's journey in the recruitment landscape has been defined by his dedication to facilitating more fulfilling careers for skilled professionals. His ability to understand everyone’s unique strengths and match them with roles that foster growth and satisfaction marks him as a true advocate for professional development.
Mike's advice to candidates reflects his commitment to helping them excel: approach every job interview with positivity and authenticity. He firmly believes that a positive attitude and an engaging personality are pivotal in creating lasting impressions. Mike emphasizes that while technical qualifications are crucial, the ability to connect with interviewers and present oneself effectively is equally valuable to prospective employers.