Sr Buyer

About the Organization RENK America is a leading supplier in the defense, marine and industry sector with superior mobility, propulsion and drive train solutions. Our tradition is centered on precision-engineered systems for maximum impact, efficiency and endurance. RENK's ambition is to support each and every one of its customers to exceed standards in harsh conditions and combat situations. RENK America employs over 500 employees at our US locations in Muskegon, Michigan, Cincinnati, Ohio, Camby, Indiana and Roseville, Michigan. RENK America is driven by this sense of pride and purpose in our country and our community. Description

Senior professional with strong knowledge of job area and broad knowledge of project management. Manages complex projects or processes with minimal oversight. Responsible for purchasing materials, supplies and/or equipment in support of business needs. Manages purchase orders, oversees shipping schedules, and maintains purchase order records. Conducts market research to award and negotiate with vendors, including price and delivery terms. Prepares monthly reports to analyze performance and ensure goals are met. Attends buyer meetings. Creates meeting agendas for supplier visits and writes post trip reports with action items. Works collaboratively with other departments to solve problems related to supply chain constraints.

This is an onsite position that can be located at our facility in Muskegon or Roseville.

Essential Funcations

• Negotiates with suppliers and analyzes suppliers’ operations to determine factors that affect prices and to determine lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability, and ability to meet required schedules.
• Obtains quotes by forwarding requirements to current suppliers and recommends alterative suppliers.
• Purchase order assembly and ownership through the life cycle of the purchase order.
• Ensure compliance with all related applicable Federal, State, and industry laws, regulations, and standards.
• Build and maintain relationships with current suppliers and lead onboarding of prospective suppliers.
• Achieves procurement operational objectives by contributing information and analysis to strategic plans and reviews.
• Plans materials and/or supplies purchases by reviewing operations plans and requirements.
• Typically responsible for providing guidance and training to other lower level employees.
  
  

Position Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain, Program Management or related field with 6 years relevant experience.
• Masters Degree is Supply Chain, Program Management or related field with 4 years relevant experience.
• FAR/DFAR (Government Procurement knowledge)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.
• Must be able to interact well with all levels of management, employees, and vendors.
• Excellent negotiation and mediation skills
• Ability to build strong vendor and PM relationships
  
  

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt EOE Statement RENK America is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. RENK America is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. RENK America maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

This position is currently accepting applications.