Valmet
Buyer Planner
Valmet, Bedford, New Hampshire, us, 03110
Are you looking for a change in your purchasing career and want to join a dynamic team of supply chain professionals?
Valmet is looking for a Senior Project Buyer to bring your expertise of purchasing materials, supplies, parts, and services required for the company's products and operations. You will be a key part of the Project Team. This position is located in Bedford NH.
This position provides the Project Team with a single point of contact to schedule, coordinate, and track all aspects of project purchases and subcontracted production. Communicates required schedules to Design Engineering, Project Management, and other members of the Project Team to ensure timely completion of designs, specifications, production, and procurement. Tracks supplier progress and effectively manages their performance to ensure quality and on-time completion of all purchased items.
Responsibilities
Has full responsibility for the timely and effective procurement of all project items within the supported business line.
Directs and leads the procurement of assigned specialty items such as: subcontract fabrication; subcontract machining; materials; installation contracts; miscellaneous purchased parts. Coordinates logistics for delivery of purchased items from domestic or international suppliers.
Coordinates all project purchases within the Supply Chain and Logistics Department to ensure all items conform to specifications and are obtained completely and in a timely manner.
Ensures timely and accurate information exchange with the Project Team regarding procurement plans, schedules, and anticipated workloads.
Coordinates all matters regarding quality, design, specifications, and manufacturability to ensure compliance with all internal Valmet and Customer contractual obligations and requirements.
Provides detailed procurement status and budget performance to the Project Team on a regular basis.
Schedules and facilitates Project Procurement Status Meetings to resolve issues and clarify status.
Provides regular feedback to Design Engineering regarding vendor concerns with drawings and specifications.
Schedules Quality Control inspections at suppliers for the portfolio of delivery projects.
Schedules and conducts supplier kick-off meetings for purchase orders.
Qualifications
Four-year bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management or related field is preferred.
Other experience yielding equivalent technical and operational judgment is acceptable. CPM certification by the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) is preferred.
Must possess computer skills including knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, project management and ERP software, as well as knowledge of overall business planning software.
A minimum of (5) years experience in project administration, procurement, or manufacturing.
Must have a working knowledge of contract law, purchasing functions and logistics.
Experience in purchasing manufactured/engineered items and experience reading and interpreting machining/fabrication drawings. Experience within a manufacturing/fabrication environment a plus
We offer:
A challenging and innovating work environment. Standard compensation Includes a generous wage structure and a benefits package that includes a 401k with company match as well as company-funded Pension.
Please note that any offer of employment is contingent upon a background check and pre-employment physical and drug screen.
Delivering competitive technologies and services is what we do best. At Valmet, we continue to push forward and develop ourselves, concentrating on technology, services, sustainability, local presence, and our people.
When everything works together...
Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. With 19,000 professionals around the world, we are the leading global developer and supplier of technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries. Our commitment to moving our customer's performance forward requires creativity, technological innovations, service know-how - and above all, teamwork. Join the team! www.valmet.com/careers
Please note that Valmet will never ask for personal financial information during the interview process. If you feel you have been a victim of an online job posting scam, please notify the Federal Trade Commission.
careers@Valmet.com #Li-onsite
Valmet is looking for a Senior Project Buyer to bring your expertise of purchasing materials, supplies, parts, and services required for the company's products and operations. You will be a key part of the Project Team. This position is located in Bedford NH.
This position provides the Project Team with a single point of contact to schedule, coordinate, and track all aspects of project purchases and subcontracted production. Communicates required schedules to Design Engineering, Project Management, and other members of the Project Team to ensure timely completion of designs, specifications, production, and procurement. Tracks supplier progress and effectively manages their performance to ensure quality and on-time completion of all purchased items.
Responsibilities
Has full responsibility for the timely and effective procurement of all project items within the supported business line.
Directs and leads the procurement of assigned specialty items such as: subcontract fabrication; subcontract machining; materials; installation contracts; miscellaneous purchased parts. Coordinates logistics for delivery of purchased items from domestic or international suppliers.
Coordinates all project purchases within the Supply Chain and Logistics Department to ensure all items conform to specifications and are obtained completely and in a timely manner.
Ensures timely and accurate information exchange with the Project Team regarding procurement plans, schedules, and anticipated workloads.
Coordinates all matters regarding quality, design, specifications, and manufacturability to ensure compliance with all internal Valmet and Customer contractual obligations and requirements.
Provides detailed procurement status and budget performance to the Project Team on a regular basis.
Schedules and facilitates Project Procurement Status Meetings to resolve issues and clarify status.
Provides regular feedback to Design Engineering regarding vendor concerns with drawings and specifications.
Schedules Quality Control inspections at suppliers for the portfolio of delivery projects.
Schedules and conducts supplier kick-off meetings for purchase orders.
Qualifications
Four-year bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management or related field is preferred.
Other experience yielding equivalent technical and operational judgment is acceptable. CPM certification by the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) is preferred.
Must possess computer skills including knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, project management and ERP software, as well as knowledge of overall business planning software.
A minimum of (5) years experience in project administration, procurement, or manufacturing.
Must have a working knowledge of contract law, purchasing functions and logistics.
Experience in purchasing manufactured/engineered items and experience reading and interpreting machining/fabrication drawings. Experience within a manufacturing/fabrication environment a plus
We offer:
A challenging and innovating work environment. Standard compensation Includes a generous wage structure and a benefits package that includes a 401k with company match as well as company-funded Pension.
Please note that any offer of employment is contingent upon a background check and pre-employment physical and drug screen.
Delivering competitive technologies and services is what we do best. At Valmet, we continue to push forward and develop ourselves, concentrating on technology, services, sustainability, local presence, and our people.
When everything works together...
Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. With 19,000 professionals around the world, we are the leading global developer and supplier of technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries. Our commitment to moving our customer's performance forward requires creativity, technological innovations, service know-how - and above all, teamwork. Join the team! www.valmet.com/careers
Please note that Valmet will never ask for personal financial information during the interview process. If you feel you have been a victim of an online job posting scam, please notify the Federal Trade Commission.
careers@Valmet.com #Li-onsite