What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer position at First Brands Group?
Job Description:
About the Role:
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Buyer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong ERP/MRP proficiency, excellent data analysis and forecasting capabilities, and a strategic mindset to support sourcing and cost optimization initiatives. This role requires strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with internal stakeholders and suppliers effectively.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage purchasing activities, ensuring timely procurement of goods and services.
- Utilize ERP/MRP systems to monitor inventory levels, track orders, and generate reports.
- Analyze data to forecast demand, identify trends, and optimize purchasing decisions.
- Conduct strategic sourcing and cost analysis to drive efficiency and savings.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
- Purchase raw materials, primarily commodity and specialty chemicals.
- Monitor and control inventory levels to support production needs.
- Evaluate and interview vendors to assess product quality, pricing, delivery capabilities, and lead times.
- Negotiate contracts and maintain strong vendor relationships.
- Participate in continuous improvement projects and contribute ideas for process optimization.
- Ensure compliance with ISO and TS quality standards.
- Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth production operations.
- Uphold company policies and procedures, guiding the team for efficient operations.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a Buyer or in a similar procurement role.
- Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
- Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Experience in strategic sourcing and cost management.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
First Brands Group is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are deeply committed to building a workplace and global community where inclusion is valued. Employment decisions at FBG are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, or belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, sex, or age. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to the above forementioned as well as, gender, gender identity family/marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, past or present military veteran status, or any other non-merit based or legally protected grounds. FBG will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these grounds or characteristics.
