Buyer - Aerofil

KDC is a network of best-in-class custom formulators and manufacturers of color cosmetics, skincare, haircare, bath & body, fragrance, deodorant, home, health, industrial, and auto care products. KDC delivers high-touch innovation, operational excellence, and speed to market to well-known and emerging beauty, personal, and specialty companies from coast to coast. KDC has its head office in Longueuil, Québec. In addition, KDC has 10 operating facilities located throughout North America. Altogether, the company employs nearly 4,800 talented and dedicated employees in North America.

Position Summary:

The Buyer examines data concerning business and service demand and identifies demand patterns and forecasts.

Essential Functions

• Create and release purchase orders in SAP based on MRP and production requirements.
• Monitor open orders and follow up with vendors to confirm delivery dates, resolve issues, and expedite shipments as needed.
• Maintain and update reports including open orders, past due orders, and raw material/component coverage.
• Ensure materials are available to support the production schedule by analyzing forecasts, usage trends, and inventory levels.
• Use Nexus to manage vendor communication and purchase order status visibility.
• Coordinate with planners/schedulers to align material deliveries with production needs.
• Communicate with suppliers via email and phone to confirm orders, request updates, and troubleshoot delivery problems.
• Assist with root cause analysis of material shortages and implement corrective actions.
• Recommend process improvements to increase efficiency and minimize inventory discrepancies.
• Participate in regular production and plan meetings to provide updates on material status.
• Support inventory accuracy efforts and assist in reducing excess and obsolete materials.
• Maintain positive relationships with suppliers to ensure strong collaboration and performance.
• Follow all safety and quality procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned
  
  

KDC-ONE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. I understand that employment with KDC-ONE Company is at-will, meaning that I or KDC-ONE Company may terminate my employment at any time, or for any reason consistent with applicable state or federal law. I understand that KDC-One requires the successful completion of a drug and/or alcohol test as a condition of employment.