Village Associates
Buyer
Village Associates, Pulaski, Wisconsin, United States, 54162
Responsible for executing tactical purchasing strategies for the supply chain function. Support intercompany planning(Transfer Orders) between Manufacturing and Assembly Sites.
Responsibilities:
• Creation and follow up of purchase orders for direct material and subcontractors for assigned suppliers
• Manage assigned supplier accounts to promote on-time delivery and quality goals
• Resolution of supplier invoice issues in a timely manner
• Support of non-conforming material process
• Support all internal customers including Sales, Manufacturing, and Team Leads
• Assist in resolving material and process issues by determining root cause and suggesting solutions to implement
• Manages supplier receipt exception process and arranges for return of obsolete and surplus materials, return of rejected materials, and contacts vendors concerning billing errors
• Support New Product Introductions to production
• Support End of Life process
• Shortage updates and critical concern maintenance on new products
• Negotiating with vendors and building positive, long-term relationships
• Planning, monitoring and maintaining suitable inventory levels
• Utilize approved alternate suppliers to minimize cost and increase profitability
• Work closely with Engineering, Sales, and Estimating to resolve technical specification changes / enhancements
• Works cooperatively with internal Quality Control to maintain RoHS standards and drive continuous quality improvement of the supplier base
• Develops a strong partnership with manufacturing and customer service counterparts to prioritize expectations and meet critical must have dates
• Successful implementation of commodity review resulting in cost savings and vendor consolidation
• Manages cost savings, delivering on annual direct, indirect, and cost avoidance objectives
Requirements
Education and Training:
2 year degree and 2 to 5 years of relevant work experience preferred. CPM certification preferred Metal Fabrication a plus Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Strong Computer skills MS Office Epicor (ERP) Flexible and can quickly change from job to job when needed Strong negotiation skills Self directed Travel Requirements:
5% - Local Suppliers Physical Requirements:
Be able to lift at least 25 lbs and up to 50 lbs for short periods Materials and Equipment Utilized:
Computers, printers, etc Working Environment:
10% Manufacturing: clean, low to moderate noise, safety glasses required and other personal protective equipment (PPE) where applicable. 90% - Office
Salary Description
$55,000-65,000 Annually
Responsibilities:
• Creation and follow up of purchase orders for direct material and subcontractors for assigned suppliers
• Manage assigned supplier accounts to promote on-time delivery and quality goals
• Resolution of supplier invoice issues in a timely manner
• Support of non-conforming material process
• Support all internal customers including Sales, Manufacturing, and Team Leads
• Assist in resolving material and process issues by determining root cause and suggesting solutions to implement
• Manages supplier receipt exception process and arranges for return of obsolete and surplus materials, return of rejected materials, and contacts vendors concerning billing errors
• Support New Product Introductions to production
• Support End of Life process
• Shortage updates and critical concern maintenance on new products
• Negotiating with vendors and building positive, long-term relationships
• Planning, monitoring and maintaining suitable inventory levels
• Utilize approved alternate suppliers to minimize cost and increase profitability
• Work closely with Engineering, Sales, and Estimating to resolve technical specification changes / enhancements
• Works cooperatively with internal Quality Control to maintain RoHS standards and drive continuous quality improvement of the supplier base
• Develops a strong partnership with manufacturing and customer service counterparts to prioritize expectations and meet critical must have dates
• Successful implementation of commodity review resulting in cost savings and vendor consolidation
• Manages cost savings, delivering on annual direct, indirect, and cost avoidance objectives
Requirements
Education and Training:
2 year degree and 2 to 5 years of relevant work experience preferred. CPM certification preferred Metal Fabrication a plus Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Strong Computer skills MS Office Epicor (ERP) Flexible and can quickly change from job to job when needed Strong negotiation skills Self directed Travel Requirements:
5% - Local Suppliers Physical Requirements:
Be able to lift at least 25 lbs and up to 50 lbs for short periods Materials and Equipment Utilized:
Computers, printers, etc Working Environment:
10% Manufacturing: clean, low to moderate noise, safety glasses required and other personal protective equipment (PPE) where applicable. 90% - Office
Salary Description
$55,000-65,000 Annually