Hybrid Sr Buyer chez Bonnell Carthage BU

We are looking for an ambitious individual wanting to pursue a career path in the supply-chain industry. You will be responsible for overseeing and meeting due dates for goods and materials used within an aluminum extrusion company.

This role will require a basic understanding of standard costing, negotiation, elements of a basic contract, payment terms, logistics, lead times, min/max inventory levels, international shipments, supplier/vendor selection, production schedule and supporting multiple value-streams with varying supply needs. 

What You'll Be Responsible For:

• Receive, track and report ALL materials received or shipped out of the CASTING department on a daily/weekly/monthly basis.
  • Update spreadsheets for all incoming and outgoing Logs. 
  • Update spreadsheets for Consignment Prime and Consignment Alloy Materials and monitor their usage.
  • Work with suppliers on shipment discrepancies.
  • Create a month-end report in conjunction with all other plants involved.
  • Schedule incoming scrap and prime shipments to the Carthage Plant.
  • Purchase Casting Supplies. 
• Backup for entering CASTING department production.
• Keep a spreadsheet for Environmental on logs for the state inspections.
• Enter stock orders for plant production needs
• Enter nonstock purchase orders for the plant.
• Purchase safety items that will promote safety for employees and plant.
• Order safety shoes and uniforms for employees.
• Work with Accounts Payable matching invoices for payment and correcting any invoices with discrepancies. 
• Negotiate with vendors on prices and keep a record on all cost savings. 
• Manage and obtain all certificate of insurance on all vendors that do work at the plant
• Obtain all information needed to add new vendors to JD Edwards system. 
• Manage ISO documents on all approved suppliers in our ISO system.
• Issue debit memos for all items returned and credits due to Bonnell. 
• Issue C debit memos for all non-product items sold from our plant. 

What You'll Need to Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, or related field preferred.
• Basic understanding of MRP and ERP systems
• Spanish and English-speaking a plus
• Strong communication skills
• Basic knowledge of supplier selection and quoting
• General understanding of supply-chain processes within a manufacturing environment
• Prior and/or current education within the Supply-Chain Management (SCM) industry is highly desired.
• Sourcing, negotiation and buying goods and services that meet our Companies operational requirements.
• Self-manage and prioritize tasks as situations with demand and material visibility fluctuate.

What You'll Love About Us:

• Components of our Core: SAFETY; INTEGRITY; RESPECT; CELEBRATION; COMMUNICATION; TRUST; DIVERSITY; and ACCOUNTABILITY
• We're People Leaders
• We provide you with an opportunity to leave a mark and build a legacy. But you won't do it alone. We support passionate teammates along the way, and our collective, collaborative spirit fuels our incredible progress.
• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan Matching
• Paid Vacation 
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement