Buyer-La Vergne, Tennessee

Buyer

Composed of Chromalox, Durex Industries, Vulcanic, and Thermocoax businesses, Electrical Thermal Solutions (ETS), part of Spirax Group, creates electrical process heating and temperature management solutions, including industrial heaters and systems, heat tracing, and a range of component technologies.

At Chromalox, we build advanced thermal technologies for the world's most challenging industrial heating applications.

Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, we got our start with an innovative solution 100 years ago when a self-taught engineer invented the first metal-sheathed resistance heating element. It was this then-advanced thermal technology that launched an entire industry.

We excel in industries that have high expectations. We are acknowledged as experts at delivering solutions that exceed specifications, limit risk, and reduce operating costs.

Join us as we continue to provide solutions to our customers and the world!

The Role:

As a Buyer, you will join our La Vergne team and support the procurement of goods and services required for manufacturing operations, including raw materials, equipment, tools, components, and production supplies. You will work closely with suppliers and cross-functional teams to ensure materials are available to support production schedules and customer demand.

Your Responsibilities:

• Plans replenishments utilizing ERP and MRP systems; making decisions based on price, delivery and inventory disposition; negotiating expedites as needed.
• Approves invoices for payment; works with AP on discrepancies.
• Confers with vendors to obtain product or service information, such as price, availability, delivery schedule.
• Compares prices and makes vendor selections or suggestions; selects products for purchase.
• Ensures that materials, equipment, and supplies are ordered and delivered in a timely manner.
• Determines method of procurement, such as direct purchase or bid; selects sources based upon analysis.
• Prepares purchase orders or bid requests; reviews bid proposals or requests and negotiates contracts within budgetary limitations and scope of authority.
• Analyzes commodities to develop and implement strategy for long term contracts to leverage and develop savings programs in line with business goals and objectives
• Works with supervisors/managers in various departments and areas of responsibility to define, coordinate, and develop solutions for department or area specific requirements and problems; proactively works to implement value engineering programs.
• Maintains computerized procurement records within the JDE System for items or services purchased including costs, lead time, product specifications, quality or performance, and inventories.
• Discusses defective or unacceptable goods or services with inspection or quality control personnel, users, vendors, and others to determine source of trouble and take corrective action.
• Proactively work with Suppliers to implement quality, on time delivery and inventory control programs to support Business objectives.
• Works individually and as a team to develop and maintain cooperative and productive relationships with employees at all levels.
• Demonstrate, through actions, a commitment to the philosophy of continuous improvement and multi-disciplined problem-solving teams in all aspects of performance.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from four-year College or University; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. APICS certification and experience with CIRM, CPIM or CPM preferred.
• Must have knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets and database software. MRP experience required; JDE systems experience a plus.
• Demonstrated leadership and teamwork skills to implement new programs and work effectively with internal and external functions.
• Work requires continual attention to detail in follow through, establishing priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and to effectively communicate issues and status to immediate supervisor and other management.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret business documents, technical procedures or operating instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write reports and business correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients and customers.
  Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

At Chromalox, we are not just an employer but a champion of equal opportunities and inclusivity. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that adheres to the highest hiring standards and is free from discrimination and harassment.

Chromalox is an equal opportunity employer; our commitment extends to all aspects of employment, ensuring that no individual is mistreated or discriminated against based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as defined by federal, state, or local laws.