Come join our dynamic, growing team! Ace Sanitary is a leading manufacturer and supplier of premium flexible hose products for the sanitary and ultra-pure manufacturing markets. We serve essential industries like food, beverage and pharmaceutical. Learn more at www.acesanitary.com.

Position Summary:

The Buyer is responsible for strategically managing inventory and suppliers under the direction of the Operations Manager, to ensure the right materials are available at the right time.

Primary Functions:

• Sources strategically to achieve lowest overall cost (including quality, speed, price and innovative value) and most profit, with a focus on the customer experience
• Plans and manages inventory within minimums and maximums to meet production schedules, in accordance with materials requirement plan
• Issues purchase orders per negotiated pricing, terms and conditions
• Proactively anticipates and plans for supply issues to ensure on-time delivery
• Resolves supplier performance issues to ensure zero defect quality, documenting and implementing corrective actions when needed
• Seeks business innovation and continuous improvement on inventory turnover objectives and annual cost savings initiatives
• Issues RFI and RFQ and negotiates terms within established parameters
• Manages vendor relationships
• Tracks and reports key performance indicators, stays abreast of business issues, and proactively anticipates and resolves issues
• Champion safety, company culture and ethics
• Other duties as assigned

Primary Competencies:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Curious, proactive, critical thinker
• Organized and results-driven
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to self-motivate and meet deadlines
• Proficient in use of computer and programs such as MS Office products, ERP, and video meetings

Preferred Competencies:

• APICS certified CPIM or CSCP
• Lean Manufacturing
• Six Sigma concepts

Culture:

• Actively work to create strong communication and a healthy working environment
• Communicate in a positive manner with all employees
• Respectfully listen to concerns and ideas brought to your attention
• Support and participate in company functions
• Respect confidentiality

Qualifications:

• Associate degree in business or other relevant field required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Minimum of two years’ experience in: supply chain, strategic sourcing, procurement, materials management, or purchasing
• Minimum of two years’ experience in a manufacturing environment
• Must be able to perform the physical demands of the job such as:
  • Safely navigating a manufacturing environment
  • Extended periods of sitting; occasional standing, walking, bending and lifting
  • Using computer and office equipment