Buyer

Essential Functions:

• Provide key input into the development of departmental strategic goals.
• Responsible for updating tracking spreadsheets accurately.
• Assists in overseeing all inventory transactions and reporting on the master schedule.
• Responsible for the purchasing and negotiating for raw material.
• Assisting in the development and implementation of new processes to improve departmental efficiency.
• Partner with Quality colleagues on maintenance of materials/quality systems.
• Responsible for the coordination of the annual physical inventory.
• Responsible for assisting in plant inventory reduction efforts.
• Supply daily, weekly, monthly, and annual reports as required.
• Participate in team problem solving activities and process improvement activities
• Assist with plant activities to achieve quality, productivity and cost reduction goals.
• Ability to work independently without supervision and with minimum directions
• Respecting and understanding of the Customer / Supplier relationship
• Support the Company's mission, vision, values and goals in the performance of daily activities.

Required Education and Experience:

• Associates Degree in related field or equivalent experience.
• Four or more years experience in materials.
• Excellent English Communication Skills (oral and written)
• Advanced knowledge in computer software for windows
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and time management skills
• Results oriented.
• Excellent follow-up and accountability skills.
• Excellent negotiation skills.
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment.
• Ability to read and write in English and perform mathematical calculations.