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Mazzella Companies is Hiring an Import Buyer Near Orleans, LA
Job DescriptionImport BuyerThe Import Buyer is responsible for global source selection and procurement functions directly associated with the Company's product, material and service requirements. These products and services are to be secured at best cost, highest quality and timely delivery, consistent with Company policy and quality performance standards. This position is a strategic role within our full company Supply Chain management. Key objectives will be achieving/improving/exceeding targeted customer service levels, managing international supplier relationships and related costing, inventory levels/targets, studying global market trends, as well as managing supply and demand within the Global Supply Chain. The Import Buyer will verify receipt of items and authorizes payment when necessary. The Import Buyer will provide assistance in developing the best method of re-ordering products to meet management determined inventory levels. The Import Buyer will help manage control of inventory.
Import Buyer Responsibilities
Import Buyer Experience & Skills
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 WorkplaceCompany DescriptionMazzella Companies is one of the largest independently-owned companies in the overhead lifting and rigging industries and is a manufacturer and distributor of a wide range of lifting products for industrial, commercial, and specialty applications. In addition, Mazzella Companies is a leader in providing overhead cranes, overhead crane services, material handling, specialty machinery, fall protection, and warehousing solutions. Our diverse portfolio also includes Sheffield Metals, a manufacturer and distributor of coated bare metal products for engineered metal roof and wall systems, and New Tech Machinery, a manufacturer of portable roof panel, wall panel, and gutter machines.
Some of the major markets we serve are: Steel, Construction, Automotive, Energy, Durable Goods, Ship Building / Repair, and Mining.
Mazzella Companies is one of the largest independently-owned companies in the overhead lifting and rigging industries and is a manufacturer and distributor of a wide range of lifting products for industrial, commercial, and specialty applications. In addition, Mazzella Companies is a leader in providing overhead cranes, overhead crane services, material handling, specialty machinery, fall protection, and warehousing solutions. Our diverse portfolio also includes Sheffield Metals, a manufacturer and distributor of coated bare metal products for engineered metal roof and wall systems, and New Tech Machinery, a manufacturer of portable roof panel, wall panel, and gutter machines. Some of the major markets we serve are: Steel, Construction, Automotive, Energy, Durable Goods, Ship Building / Repair, and Mining.
Import Buyer Responsibilities
- Solicit international cost and delivery quotations to meet requirements of Purchasing and Sales Management
- Communicate with current overseas vendors and manage international supplier relationships
- Negotiate pricing and place purchase orders with approved foreign suppliers based on product requisitions or other automatic order systems; includes data entry, printing, and sending of purchase orders; ensure necessary drawings, specifications, and special information is part of purchase order and forwarded to suppliers when required
- Expedite quotations, orders, container shipments, backorders and resolves vendor/internal errors
- Maintain accurate data files (both electronic and manual filing systems) for all active international suppliers, specifically quotations, purchase orders, standard/landed costs, file attachments, delivery lead-times, requisitions, etc. in accordance with standard documentation control procedures
- Drive supplier OTD (On Time Delivery) to >95% to vendor delivery request date thru improved material availability
- Review product requirements and/or min/max triggers and utilize company ERP system to evaluate material requirements for internal distribution/manufacturing consumption as well as external customer orders
- Communicate effectively with purchasing and related company personnel on the status of supplier lead-times, schedule delays, customer expedites or cancellations, and international freight concerns; provide updated container ship dates and communication to the appropriate personnel
- Source new global suppliers and evaluates capabilities for supply of product to meet or exceed established company quality standards. Develop sourcing strategies and communicate plan; responsible for on-site vetting, pricing negotiations and collaboration with internal quality team on sample request and testing approval; report finding to Purchasing Management for consideration
- Act upon the disposition of Non-Conformance products and obtain returned goods authorization from vendors
- Coordinates as appropriate, quality matters and engineering changes/developments between Company activities and suppliers
- Visit existing and potential new suppliers’ facilities when appropriate to re-certify or help qualify new sources.
- Other duties as assigned
Import Buyer Experience & Skills
- At least two years of progressively responsible international procurement experience and sourcing activities in a manufacturing or distribution environment
- Possess solid understanding of international shipping terms and global logistics (inbound freight, tariff classification, harmonized tariff codes and customs documentation), as well as currency exchange valuation
- An understanding of production planning and product distribution channels
- Participate in process enhancement and problem solving utilizing continuous improvement and rational thinking skills
- Solid written and verbal communication skills are required
- Strong analytical, conceptual and planning skills are required
- Collaborate effectively with others in a team environment
- Solid math skills, excel abilities and overall PC literacy (Microsoft Office) are required. Previous ERP system experience a plus
- International experience/knowledge specific to the Pacific Far East/Asian markets a plus
- Awareness of cultural differences globally. Foreign language ability a plus
- Must be detail oriented, self-starter and disciplined with ability to manage short term priorities and multiple tasks
- Must successfully complete a criminal background check, physical, drug screen and E-verify
- 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
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 WorkplaceCompany DescriptionMazzella Companies is one of the largest independently-owned companies in the overhead lifting and rigging industries and is a manufacturer and distributor of a wide range of lifting products for industrial, commercial, and specialty applications. In addition, Mazzella Companies is a leader in providing overhead cranes, overhead crane services, material handling, specialty machinery, fall protection, and warehousing solutions. Our diverse portfolio also includes Sheffield Metals, a manufacturer and distributor of coated bare metal products for engineered metal roof and wall systems, and New Tech Machinery, a manufacturer of portable roof panel, wall panel, and gutter machines.
Some of the major markets we serve are: Steel, Construction, Automotive, Energy, Durable Goods, Ship Building / Repair, and Mining.
Mazzella Companies is one of the largest independently-owned companies in the overhead lifting and rigging industries and is a manufacturer and distributor of a wide range of lifting products for industrial, commercial, and specialty applications. In addition, Mazzella Companies is a leader in providing overhead cranes, overhead crane services, material handling, specialty machinery, fall protection, and warehousing solutions. Our diverse portfolio also includes Sheffield Metals, a manufacturer and distributor of coated bare metal products for engineered metal roof and wall systems, and New Tech Machinery, a manufacturer of portable roof panel, wall panel, and gutter machines. Some of the major markets we serve are: Steel, Construction, Automotive, Energy, Durable Goods, Ship Building / Repair, and Mining.
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
INDUSTRY
Wholesale
SALARY
$63k-79k (estimate)
POST DATE
05/26/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
07/24/2024
WEBSITE
mazzellacompanies.com
HEADQUARTERS
TUSCALOOSA, AL
SIZE
500 - 1,000
FOUNDED
1954
TYPE
Private
CEO
MARK SHUBEL
REVENUE
$200M - $500M
INDUSTRY
Wholesale
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About Mazzella Companies
Mazzella Lifting Technologies provides lifting solutions such as overhead cranes, crane runways, jib, workstation and monorail cranes.
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