Job Information
Bartell Machinery Systems, LLC Buyer II in Rome, New York
Description
The Position
This position is a member of the Purchasing department. The Buyer II will report directly to the Vice President of Operations.
Job Description
Primary Responsibilities
Responsible for the day-to-day release of Purchase Orders to support manufacturing and Customer Orders
Primary interface between manufacturing plant operations and Materials Manager
Implement Negotiated PO Terms & Conditions (Quality, Delivery, Price, Logistics, and Value add services, etc.)
Monitor order status and past due reports; Expedite & de-expedite orders
Initiate/Conduct Supplier interface & meetings
Champion special needs/projects as directed by Materials Manager
Negotiate lead-time and min/mult. requirements; establish appropriate safety stock levels
Monitor supplier quality and delivery performance and initiate corrective action
Develop and maintain assigned ISO procedures and related work instructions
Job Requirements
Education
3 to 5 years purchasing, materials, or scheduling experience preferred
Associate Degree required, Or Equivalent Experience; Bachelor Degree preferred in related field of study
Skills & Relevant Work Experience
Good written & verbal communication skills required
Excellent understanding of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and order replenishment techniques
Self-started with excellent organizational skills required
Strong negotiation skills preferred
Strong computer skills (Information Systems; Microsoft Office; INFOR (XA, Mapics) or equivalent
Experience with buying Raw Materials (Bar Stock, Steel Plate, etc.) and MRO type items a Plus
Experience with buying Purchase to print type items and the ability to read drawings preferred
Knowledge of CNC/Machine type tooling a Plus
Lean/6S & 6 Sigma Training/Certification a Plus
Fluency in English
Responsible for providing effective communications channels with all BMS manufacturing disciplines including Production Control, Accounting, Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering
High energy level with superior concentration, analytical and communication skills
Travel Requirements: up to 5%
EOE M/F/D/V
Qualifications
Skills
Required
Negotiating: Intermediate
Ability to Multi-Task: Intermediate
Preferred
Microsoft Office: Some Knowledge
Lean Manufacturing: Some Knowledge
Industrial Tooling: Some Knowledge
Behaviors
Required
Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Motivations
Required
Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Education
Required
- Associates or better in Supply Chain Management
Preferred
- Bachelor's or better in Supply Chain Management
Experience
Required
- 3-5 years: Purchasing, materials or scheduling experience