Buyer

Brief Description

Our company seeks a charismatic, self-motivated Buyer to purchase equipment, materials, supplies, and services. As a Buyer for the organization, you will research, evaluate, and buy products in a crane manufacturing environment.

The Buyer will work closely with our mechanical and electrical engineering teams as well as the operations team to meet tactical business requirements. The ideal candidate for the buyer position is detailed, analytical, and a skilled negotiator.

Requirements

Job Duties

• Purchase commodities and services to meet specialized or complex needs with a strong emphasis on steel and electrical components
• Analyze purchase requisitions and review acknowledgments for accuracy and completion
• Collaborate with department managers to clarify purchase requisitions, identify departmental needs, and refine specifications for future purchase orders
• Follow proper channels to obtain purchase authorization according to company policy
• Investigate and cultivate new sources for supplies and products
• Research and prepare bid specifications to present to several suppliers.
• Represent the crane supply chain team in our daily Gemba walks and follow up on issues identified.
• Identify and select vendors and suppliers using criteria such as quantity and quality of commodities, price, and delivery date
• Explain and clarify purchasing procedures to internal departments as well as vendors
• Determine the correct method to process purchase requisitions depending on total cost, timeliness, competitive bidding, and existing contracts
• Place orders to procure requisitioned items or services and follow up consistently to insure timelines are met.
• Process purchasing transactions according to local, state, and federal policies and procedures
• Solve problems with orders in an efficient and timely manner
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Summary

Education

A high school diploma or GED is required; an undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university with a focus in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related discipline; in the absence of a degree, directly related job experience serving in an industrial purchasing role, where a number of years and proven knowledge may offset the degree requirement. APICS Certification is a plus

Experience & Skills

• 3 years of planning, production and materials management experience or equivalent in an MRP environment.
• Requires solid written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude
• Strong analytical, conceptual and planning skills are required
• Experience using continuous improvement tools and methodologies
• Excellent math skills and overall PC literacy (Microsoft Office) are required
• Advanced Excel abilities a plus
• Must be detail oriented, self-motivated and disciplined with the ability to multi-task
• Collaborate effectively with others in a team environment
• Must successfully complete a criminal background check, physical, drug screen and E-verify
  
  

At Mazzella, we're more than just a company – we're a family. With over 1200 employees and 40 locations, we lead the industry with humility and dedication to our people. When you join us, you become part of a team-oriented environment where your well-being and growth are our top priorities.

Why Join Mazzella?

• Team-Oriented Environment: Experience the power of collaboration and support from colleagues who genuinely care about your success.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a real balance between your professional and personal life, ensuring fulfillment both at work and at home.
• Growth and Development: Embark on a lifelong learning journey with tailored development opportunities and a clear career path.
• Humble, Hungry, Smart Culture: Embrace our core values of humility, hunger for excellence, and smart decision-making, creating a culture of respect and innovation.
• Market-Competitive Salaries: Receive compensation that recognizes your contributions and reflects our commitment to fair and competitive pay.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Access a wide range of benefits, including paid time off, affordable health insurance, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, and disability insurance.
• Free Virtual Doctor Visits: Take advantage of our Teledoc service for virtual doctor visits with $0 copay, prioritizing your health and convenience.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Invest in your future with our tuition reimbursement program, supporting your continued education and personal growth.
  
  

At Mazzella, Our Core Values Drive Everything We Do

• Be Safe – personal commitment to all stakeholder’s well-being; purposeful control of risk
• Be a Lifelong Learner – routinely acquire new skills and capabilities that bring value
• Be Humble – lack excessive ego or concerns about status. Emphasize the Team over self
• Be Hungry – always looking for more, self-motivated, and diligent. Do more than to just get by, committed
• Be Smart – common sense about people, good judgement, and intuition around their impact on group dynamics
  
  

Join us at Mazzella and experience the difference of working with a company that puts people first. Together, we'll achieve greatness and shape the future of our industry.

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