What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Buyer position at Harold Beck & Sons?
Description:Company Overview:Harold Beck & Sons, Inc. (Beck Electric Actuators), founded in 1936, designs and manufactures high quality electric actuators for industrial process control applications. These uniquely designed actuators provide consistent, precise control without the performance and maintenance limitations of typical actuators. Beck electric actuators provide excellent control of valves, dampers, fluid couplings and other final control elements in a wide variety of industries such as Electric Power, Water and Wastewater, Steel, Pulp and Paper, Glass, Cement and Lime, Minerals, Metals and Chemical/petrochemical.The company is 100% employee-owned and is headquartered in Newtown, PA. Beck continues its tradition of top-notch, direct-factory support that is unmatched by other actuator companies. Today, more than ever, they are committed to delivering high-quality solutions that meet the evolving needs of their customers.Role Summary:Harold Beck & Sons is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to manage the complete procurement process for all materials and services required to manufacture our precision electric actuators. This position is responsible for sourcing and obtaining quotations for raw metals, castings, machined components, electrical and mechanical parts, tooling, shop supplies, and outsourced services such as heat treating, plating, and electromechanical assembly. The Senior Buyer negotiates pricing and terms, issues and expedites purchase orders, secures order acknowledgments, arranges inbound freight, and proactively communicates order status, changes, quality issues, and delivery schedules with suppliers and internal stakeholders. Primary Responsibilities:Request quotations for a wide array of materials including metal stock, castings, electrical and mechanical components, tooling; supplies for shops, shipping, office, and maintenance; and services including machining, electromechanical assembly, heat treating, plating and anodizing. Review quotations to ensure supplier offers exactly match Beck requirements.Negotiate pricing and terms to ensure requirements are met in an optimal manner.Enter and place purchase orders. Obtain purchase order acknowledgements and review for accuracy.Proactively communicate with vendors and Beck personnel regarding order status, order changes, nonconforming materials, delivery issues, and invoicing discrepancies.Arrange inbound freight of materials purchased. Coordinate closely with other departments on large shipments and when materials will be shipped to our warehouse.Investigate, recommend, and implement appropriate changes in supplier base to provide ongoing improvements to the quality, pricing, and delivery of materials. Promote a positive, professional atmosphere and support activities that enhance the welfare and morale of Beck employees.Requirements:Professional and Personal Requirements:Minimum 10 years purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment.Proven professional qualities including strong initiative, solid integrity, and the desire & ability to work in a team environment.Excellent attention-to and respect-for detail.Ability to manage and maintain positive relations with a large number of suppliers.Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.Good oral and written communication skills.Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Windows environment.Education Requirements:High school education: Bachelor’s degree in Business or related discipline strongly preferred.Physical Requirements:Office environment requiring ability to stand, sit and walk for extended periods.Speak and listen to others in person and over the phone Use keyboard and read from computer, screen and reportsWork environment includes regular exposure to manufacturing areas that require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses and hearing protection.Advancement Path:Procurement Engineer or SupervisorEqual Employment Opportunity:Harold Beck & Sons, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, Pennsylvania, or local law.
Salary : $75,000 - $85,000