Buyer

Our client, a French multinational company that specializes in digital automation and energy management, is looking to hire a Buyer to join their team 100% ONSITE in Fairfield, Ohio This begins as a 12-month contract with any opportunity to extend/convert Responsibilities Organize and optimize the procurement of components with our suppliers by following the SPS principles Responsible for logistic solutions including batch size, lead time, packaging, ABC/FMR analysis, components stocking policy, consignment stock Responsible for accuracy and analysis of supplier’s forecast Monitor and improve upstream supply chain performance (reviewing KPIs and leading projects to optimize resources) Lead continuous improvement projects Manage corrective and preventive actions to solve upstream supply chain issues (ex. excess inventory, supplier OTD, Kanban card analysis) Escalate critical supplier issues to senior management Ensure quality and consistency of key parameters of supply and stock management (ex : Replenishment Lead Time, Quantity, Frequency, Stocking policy) Requirements Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Operations, Engineering, or related field 3 years of scheduling/planning experience Experience analyzing numbers, trends, and data and making decisions based on the findings Ability to make independent decisions with little supervision Partner, influence, collaborate & communicate across the enterprise and with external stakeholders Strong verbal / presentation and written communications skills working in a complex organization. Proficiency user of Microsoft Office & EPR systems You will receive the following benefits: Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family Dental & Orthodontia Benefits Vision Benefits Health Savings Account (HSA) Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance Hospital Indemnity Insurance 401(k) including match Paid Sick Time Leave Legal and Identity Protection Plans Pre-tax Commuter Benefit 529 College Saver Plan Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis now and in the future.