What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Buyer position at Fincantieri Marine Group?
Fincantieri Marinette Marine, a Fincantieri Marine Group company, is hiring a Senior Buyer in the Purchasing Department at our Marinette, WI location.
Fincantieri Marine Group
Fincantieri Marine Group (FMG) is a subsidiary of Fincantieri S.p.A. with a mission to build, repair, and sustain maritime vessels that proudly supply, service, and defend our nation and the world. Fincantieri offers rewarding careers to more than 20,000 employees across 4 continents within 20 shipyards. We are a world leader and shipbuilder of choice, constantly evolving to meet global megatrends in tourism, energy, and defense through innovative and competitive maritime solutions.
Position Summary
The Senior Buyer is responsible for contributing to the competitive status and profitable operation of the company through creative sourcing and procuring of materials and services in a timely manner and at an optimum value. This role will act as the primary contact between suppliers and internal customers; managing supplier performance, flow of material to yard, request for quotes, purchase order placement, expedite deliveries and correct receipt discrepancies; promptly communicating any material shortages, late deliveries or non-conformances; spearheading solutions to mitigate disruption to the production schedule; and understanding and maintaining the ERP system to provide accurate information to all departments.
Domestic travel may be required.
Essential Functions
o Develop, implement and participate in economical procurement methods, value analysis programs, etc.
o Create purchase orders to meet in yard dates, manage supplier performance, and enter and maintain pricing, supplier database, orders in the ERP system
o Communicate with Engineering, Production, Finance, Warehousing and Purchasing on material specifications, expediting, invoice reconciliations, receiving/inventory discrepancies, RFQ's, supplier performance and receiving discrepancies
o Execute and expedite the procurement of goods and services, developing cost savings plans and administering progress payment process
o Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Required Skills
o Knowledge of cost and pricing analysis and negotiations
o Knowledge of standard purchasing procedures and practices
o Knowledge of SAP-MRP/ERP, Earned Value Management, and ISO
o Must have strong Microsoft Office Suite computer skills
o Must have strong organizational, time management, written and verbal communication skills
o Must have ability to maintain confidentiality and a professional demeanor
o Must adhere to ISO and OSHA policies established by FMG and have high values for safety awareness
Education and Experience
o Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
o 6 Years of experience required
o Experience as a Buyer for a shipyard, production, or manufacturing environment preferred
Competencies
Fincantieri's core competencies reflect our values and key behavioral expectations for all employees:
o Open Mindset: Identify and solve problems, embrace change, and seek continuous learning
o Strategic Leadership: Build trust, unity, and accountability while working toward shared goals
o Accomplishment: Take ownership, deliver results, and ensure customer satisfaction
o Social Connection: Collaborate, communicate, and value diversity and inclusion
Physical Demands and Work Environment
While performing job duties, the employee is frequently required to sit and occasionally stand or walk; use hands and arms to grasp, reach and type; stoop or kneel; and speak or hear. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. The position is primarily performed in a quiet, climate-controlled environment with minimal exposure to moving equipment, elements, or risk of injury. When entering the shipyard, there may be exposure to moving equipment, elements, or risk of injury.
Posting Disclaimer
This job description provides a summary of the work environment, knowledge, skill, ability, and physical demands required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities. Other duties may apply. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EEO Statement
Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.