Overview

Buyer

The Buyer is responsible for source selection and procurement functions directly associated with the Company's needs for products, services, and production materials. These products and services are to be secured at best cost, highest quality, and timely delivery, consistent with Company policy and performance standards. The Buyer is a strategic role within the Supply Chain management and other internal customers. Key objectives will be achieving/improving/exceeding targeted customer service levels, managing inventory levels/targets, and managing supply and demand within the Global Supply Chain. The Buyer will verify receipt of items and authorizes payment when necessary. The Buyer will provide assistance in developing the best method of re-ordering products to meet management determined inventory levels. The Buyer will help manage control of inventory.

Responsibilities

Qualifications

Education

A high school diploma or GED is required; an undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university with a focus in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related discipline; in the absence of a degree, directly related job experience serving in an industrial purchasing role, where several years and proven knowledge may offset the degree requirement.

Experience & Skills

• At least two years of progressively responsible purchasing and materials control experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment; an understanding of production planning a plus
• Solid math skills, Excel abilities and overall PC literacy (Microsoft Office) are required
• Experience using continuous improvement tools and methodologies
• Need to have solid writing and communication skills and be able to interact with individuals at all levels of the organization, as well as actively participate in meetings and group discussions with individuals from various functions of the organization
• Strong analytical, conceptual, and planning skills are required
• Must be detail oriented, self-motivated, and disciplined with the ability to manage short-term priorities and the ability to multi-task
• Must successfully complete a criminal background check, physical, drug screen and E-verify

Why Team Members join Mazzella:

• Team-oriented environment
• A real Work life/ Home life balance
• Growth and Development Opportunities including a Lifelong Learning Career Path
• Humble, Hungry, Smart Culture
• Market Competitive Salaries
• Free Virtual Doctor visits with $0 copay (Teledoc)
• Tuition Reimbursement

Mazzella Core Values:

Be Safe – personal commitment to all stakeholder’s well-being; purposeful control of risk

Be a Lifelong Learner – routinely acquire new skills and capabilities that bring value

Be Humble – lack excessive ego or concerns about status; emphasize the Team over self

Be Hungry – always looking for more, self-motivated, and diligent; do more than to just get by, committed

Be Smart – common sense about people, good judgement, and intuition around their impact on group dynamic

EOE/Drug Free Workplace