What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer position at Colson Group?
Colson Group USA is an operating unit of Colson Group the largest manufacturer of caster and wheel products in the world. The brands of Colson Group USA have been technological leaders in caster innovation for over 350 combined years. This drive has led to some of the most trusted, advanced, and highest-quality mobility solutions available in the world today. Colson Group's unique and proprietary global footprint provides available services and capabilities unmatched by any other manufacturer.
Colson Group USA is seeking a Procurement Specialist. Responsible for purchasing drop ship container items from international suppliers ensuring on time delivery of quality parts. Utilize a systematic approach in processing DMR (rejects) and obtaining corrective action from suppliers. This is a fully onsite role located in Saint Joseph, MI.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Reviews purchasing suggestions and issues purchase orders.
- Researches and implements opportunities to reduce product costs and inventory investments.
- Process monthly supplier scorecards.
- Lead or function as a team member on cross-functional teams to develop and execute new product.
- Manage day to day supplier interactions (ordering, delivery time, invoice payment) and coordinate issues with Sales team.
- Update Epicor Horizon Report daily.
- Back up to Jonesboro/Monette buyers and Jonesboro Freight Specialist.
- Process DMR (rejects) by dispositioning material and coordinate with Accounting the issuance of debit memos to suppliers.
- Execute Engineering change notices with suppliers.
- Utilizing Buyer's Workbench follow up, confirm, expedite PO's on a daily basis.
Skills:
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work well under pressure and maintain positive, enthusiastic attitude.
- Eagerness to learn and expand responsibilities.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and build strong working relationships
- Experience in managing and dealing with international suppliers.
- Language skills in Chinese is a plus.
- Proficiency in MS Office - Excel, Power Point, Word Experience in MRP environment preferred; Epicor software a plus.
Education:
- Required Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, or Supply Chain Management preferred, one to two years related experience and/or training.
- Certification a plus - C.P.M.; C.P.S.M.