Buyer

Buyer

Our publicly traded 1B revenue manufacturing client has a critical need for a Buyer with excellent Microsoft Excel Acumen to join its Materials Management Team in the Albertville-Huntsville Area. On-Site role.

Responsibilities:

• Negotiating/purchasing materials, equipment, and supplies from suppliers. Direct and Indirect!
• Evaluate Supplier Quotes and maintains daily communication with suppliers to ensure OTD.
• Optimize inventory levels to drive OTD, while maximizing turns & minimizing carrying costs.
• PFEP Making materials flow fluently while keeping TCO in mind
• Skilled in Make vs. Buy analysis.
• Move with a sense of urgency, while maintaining the collaborative attitude to work cross-functionally for lasting success.

Experience/Skills:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent job experience
• Minimum of 5 years professional supply chain experience
• Global Supplier experience plus exposure to LEAN methodology
• Experience with contract reviews and negotiations
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Advanced computer skills and proficient with Excel, Access and ERP systems (JDE a plus)