Senior Buyer

Company: Rostra Powertrain Controls
Location: Cary
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

General Responsibilities and Scope of FunctionGENERAL PURPOSE The Senior Buyer provides parts, equipment, and materials by developing sources of supply and monitoring supplier performance and relationships; obtaining required parts, equipment and materials, verifying receipt of items, and managing and controlling inventory.--The Senior Buyer reports directly to Director of Purchasing.Specific Responsibilities----Issue requests for quotes/proposals (RFQ/RFP) and select best source consistent with cost, quality and delivery requirements for existing business. --- Complete purchase requests with domestic and international suppliers by inputting purchase orders, expediting deliveries, and verifying all transactions. --- Handle correspondence concerning over-shipments, delivery shortages, changes in quantity, delivery dates, and prices and report such changes to the interested parties in a timely manner as required. --- Act as a liaison between suppliers and involved departments to resolve procurement related problems. --- Maintain appropriate inventory levels consistent with targeted inventory goals and as set by management. --- Maintain accuracy of information within SYSPRO, including lead-time, pricing, current supplier information, current purchase order data, etc. --- Ensure SYSPRO parameters are maintained by monitoring minimum, maximum, safety, and current inventory levels; making recommendations to management for adjustments to levels. --- Monitor supplier performance by ensuring that product is delivered as scheduled and meets specifications; maintaining appropriate files and records of meetings with suppliers to ensure company requirements are met and that supplier is aware of their performance. --- Contribute to team effort by accomplishing other job-related tasks as needed; enabling other workers to achieve their job objectives. Education, Training and SkillsFormal education or certifications essential to accomplish the position's duties and responsibilities:--- BA or BS in Materials Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Operations Planning or a related field; --- 5+ years of related procurement experience including purchasing, inventory control, contract negotiation, supply management, supplier relationships, basics of Cost Accounting, and tracking budget expenses. --- Knowledge of MRP processes --- Work experience in an electronics manufacturing environment beneficial. --- Knowledge of import freight movement.--- Ability to act independently to determine methods and procedures on new assignments.--- Ability to respond consistently with a high degree of initiative to resolve issues or complex problems that may arise. --- Ability to maintain positive company image and brand. --- Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly. --- Well-developed written and verbal communication, listening and presentation skills. --- Efficient organization and time-management skills. --- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines. --- A courteous and professional demeanor. --- Strong negotiation skills--- Ability to work well under pressure --- Intermediate to advanced computer skills. Proficient with MS Office suite and other work-related software.

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