Buyer I Jobs

Company Generac Power Systems
Name Buyer I
Req # 62534
Employment Type Full Time
Shift 1st
The Buyer is responsible for purchasing components and maintaining an open line of communication from a variety of suppliers as well as working cross-functionally within the company on topic such as component issues, costing or invoicing concerns, NMR's and receiving inspections, and ECO's. The Buyer is responsible for continuously working with suppliers to improve on-time delivery and work to continuously improve raw good turns and look for cost reduction opportunities.
Execute standard purchasing processes and strategies including procure-to-pay definition and optimization.
Support direction and strategies regarding supplier demand forecasting, supplier capacity planning, supply base inventory management, supplier replenishment and procurement transactions.
Manage supplier on time delivery (OTD) performance, maintain system data integrity and measure performance on related key indicators (examples: past due purchase orders, open PO acknowledgements, PO expedites, non-conforming material return cycle time, and supplier invoice resolution).
Plan and maintain optimal level of inventory using plan for every part (PFEP).
Proactively identify, communicate, and assist with resolving issues that delay material deliveries.
Coordinate engineering change order (ECO) activities with suppliers and internal support functions.
Establish good working relationships with suppliers and internal customers.
Ability to apply creative problem approaches and ideas to solve problems for area of responsibility.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimal Qualifications:
Associates Degree in related field OR equivalent experience
3 years of purchasing, planning or related experience in a manufacturing environment
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Supply Chain Management
Association for Operations Management (APICS) Certification
Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM)
Previous experience using SAP or equivalent ERP
Knowledge:
Proven track record of successfully managing shifting deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Demonstrated skills in problem solving, contract negotiation and project management
Strong project management and analytical skills
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Skills:
Strong project management and analytical skills
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Physical demands:
“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”
“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”