- Senior
- Ufficio in Simpsonville
Description
As a Senior Buyer, you will work in the Purchasing Department with all aspects of procurement of materials and/or services. You will be working with a diverse team of dedicated, creative and technical forces behind the design and development of new power conversion systems. By being a part of our team, you will help us take our ideas from conception to reality.
Responsibilities:
- Manage Suppliers in all aspects of Supply Chain including quality, on time delivery, scheduling, inventory management, and contract negotiation
- Create, process, and approve purchase orders accurately in the ERP system
- Prioritize and coordinate inventory items, track supplier deviations, monitor and document supplier quality issues as necessary
- Monitor supplier and vendor compliance with contractual agreements
- Measure and manage the vendor and supplier cost, quality, and delivery performance
- Negotiate with suppliers and find ways to reduce costs without jeopardizing the quality and delivery of the components
- Monitors inventory position against sales forecast and customer orders to maintain acceptable safety stock levels
- Manage Purchasing Key Performance Indicators
- Resolve billing and logistical issues while communicating effectively in a professional manner
- Lead vendor meetings
- Responsible for various reporting and follow up including: Open Purchase Orders, Late Purchase Orders, Delivery Schedules, Inventory Coverage, and Supplier On Time Performance
- Propose continuous improvement changes and processes when required
- Work individually, and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
- Perform duties in accordance with policies and procedures
- Other duties as assigned