JOB DESCRIPTION: The Buyer will be responsible for procuring & monitoring the movement of materials to meet production needs. In this role, the incumbent will also obtain materials using engineering & production schedules to maintain inventory at planned levels. Ensures material standards are met and non-conformances or variances are resolved. Monitors cost, schedule, and scope of assigned subcontracts to assure best quality at best value. Please note that we are unable to sponsor applicants requiring work authorization or visas for the positions currently available. We kindly request that only candidates who already possess the legal right to work in the United States apply for consideration. RESPONSIBILITIES : To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Work toward goal of achieving of 98% incoming inspection quality passing rates. Assist in developing annual sourcing goals & put steps in place to achieve them (new supplier qualification, RFQs, renegotiations, suggest potential engineering redesigns for cost savings, internal company spending review, credit card holders review, etc.). Set-up in internal & external Kanban program & educate newer suppliers on the Kanban program & set-up. Manage daily New Buy, Late & Kanban reports for actions needed. Daily Kanban management. Conduct in indirect/purchase requisition ordering. Create & manage supplier VMI contracts by creating, ceasing or modifying Agreements as needed. Work toward goal of achieving of 95% OTD from suppliers. Facilitate supplier meetings with Inspector & Engineers as needed regarding quality issues to find resolution. Assist in ECO supplier notifications & PO updates. Work with client Global Procurement Management Team on various cost savings & supplier projects. Assist in researching & communicate ECO cost impacts to internal departments. Perform Oracle New Part Set-up & Maintenance. Conduct Kaizen/continuous events & implement procurement department-related improvement processes. Assist in monthly department safety audits & reports findings. Participate in War Room spend audits, review & make cost spend recommendations/changes where needed. Assist in reconciling any Receiving, Incoming Inspection or Accounts Payable issues as needed to properly receive, return &/or pay for goods. Assist in as needed inventory audits. Assist in running reports for Supplier Scorecards, issue Corrective Action Plans & regularly audit Supplier performance, including site visits & report reviews. Participates in internal employee committee to assist with sources best venues, material costs & services. #cspro 1023637
