Job Summary

The Hollow Metal Buyer works collaboratively with vendors, as well as internal departments, to ensure the correct product is here on time. This opportunity requires an individual to be an organized, solutions-oriented problem solver, with a keen attention to detail, while also being an effective communicator. This person will use skills acquired through the construction industry (D8). Hollow Metal, Doors, frames, and hardware (DFH) industry experience is required. This individual is expected to exhibit the core values of the company – Own It, Work as ONE Team, Find a Way, Play to Win.

Mission

The mission for this role is ensuring right parts, right time, right quality, at the right cost for our Hollow Metal department.

Outcomes

2024 Measures of Success

• 90% on time delivery /zero stockouts
• Execution of procurement strategy and systems to include all purchasing and forecasting activities
• Assist in developing and stardardizing our hollow metal ordering process
• Define and manage hollow metal inventory stock levels for production
• Timely and accurate placement of orders through vendor portal applications; ensure material arrives 1-2 weeks prior to customer required dates

Position Reports to: Director of Procurement

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with key suppliers to maintain quality of goods, timely delivery, and effective communication channels
• Collaborate with Estimators/Project Managers to procure the most cost effective pricing
• Analyze and resolve purchasing issues and price discrepancies with vendors
• Monitor stock levels
• Maintain accurate records including order acknowledgements and updated vendor quotes
• Participate in cost reduction activities
• Observe, and report price increases.
• Report Key Performance Indicator data as required to analyze and track performance of internal and external processes
• Vendor Sourcing as applicable
• Assist in process and system improvement initiatives related to procurement
• Manage and approve vendor invoices, as needed
• Ability to interpret hardware templates and door builder drawings as required
• Willingness to familiarize yourself with new, updated D8 products

Additional Education/Skills Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in supply chain management/procurement/engineering preferred
• 5 years of relevant experience working with Hollow Metal Doors & Frames (D8)
• Knowledge of Division 8 standards and codes (including fire, fair housing, and ADA)

Competencies Required

• Sound Judgment – Makes effective decisions in a timely manner. Develops solutions that effectively address underlying problems. Give appropriate weight to the concerns of key stakeholders. Understands the issues quickly and can gather the necessary information to make an informed decision. Stands behind decisions that have been made.
• Strategic Planning – Regularly updates plans to reflect changing circumstances. Successfully integrates strategic and tactical planning. Translates the departments vision into realistic business strategies.
• Achieving Results – Clearly conveys objective, deadlines, and expectations to vendors and internal stakeholders. Holds self and others accountable for meeting commitments. Acts with a sense of urgency and has a bias for taking action.
• Effective Communicator – Expresses clearly to internal and external stakeholders. Prevents unpleasant surprises by communicating key information up front. Clearly articulates the most complex processes. Can be depended on to tell the truth regardless of the circumstances.