Buyer III

Goal: Coordinates the purchase and delivery of assigned commodities and services in a manner that is consistent with company policies and performance goals. - Purchase parts and services at best savings and value for the company and affiliates.
- Establish working partnership and good relations with vendors.
- Maintains the integrity of purchasing data on the computer based planning system with error free transactions.
- Coordinates with suppliers to meet customer requirements and the requirements of the shop floor and ensures these requirements are clearly defined and communicated.
- Develops in conjunction with proper planning function, inventory plans that insure inventory levels are adequate, but not excessive.
- Participates in an effective cost improvement and savings program for purchased materials and services.
- Evaluates supplier performance using the Company supplier rating model, and participates in continuous improvement efforts with suppliers.
- Supports project management efforts during the proposal and order processing stages.
- Coordinates participation of key suppliers in the design and manufacturing process.
- Interacts with business unit and cost center personnel to support the timely release of engineering data and subsequent engineering changes.
- Process returns to vendor and use the required documentation or RMA forms.
- Carryout ISO-9001 purchasing procedures.
- Adhere to accounting rules and procedures with respect to purchasing in terms of pricing, process and payments.
- Manager vendor delivery performance of 95% or better on time delivery.
- Proactively prevent and manage supplier defects with each of your vendors.
- Act as a back up to other buyers that are out of the office.
- Act as mentor/coach leading lower level buyers. Visit the Progressive Global Energy & Natural Resources website to find out more.