What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer position at Federal Signal?
Key Responsibilities:
- Create, review, and issue purchase orders based on production needs, reorder points, and sales requirements
- Confirm pricing, lead times, and delivery schedules with suppliers
- Review order acknowledgements and update purchase orders as needed
- Follow up on open purchase orders and expedite material when required
- Maintain and update supplier pricing, price lists, and standard costs in the system
- Receive and verify purchase orders for accuracy against quotes and orders
- Communicate order status, delays, or discrepancies to internal stakeholders
- Assist with sourcing suppliers and obtaining competitive pricing for materials and services
- Coordinate returns for incorrect, unused, or excess material and track return documentation
- Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation
- Support continuous improvement efforts within the purchasing function
- Perform other related duties as assigned
- Maintaining supply chain credit card statement and receipt reconciliation
Qualifications:
- Minimum of high school diploma, GED or equivalent. Degree in business preferred.
- At least three years in a position with purchasing responsibilities
- Experience working with ERP systems preferred
EEO/AAP Statement:
Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Oak Brook, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit: www.federalsignal.com.
The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resources at careers@thehog.com. All other applications must be submitted online.