Found Description
Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, the Buyer is responsible for all aspects of the procurement process, including supplier evaluation, strategic sourcing, supplier performance monitoring, and analyzing data for cost savings. The Buyer negotiates pricing, vendor selection and/or development, generates and manages purchases while ensuring production requirements are met.
Source and ensure on-time availability of materials required for custom, engineered to order complex products
Assist with supplier quality initiatives including supplier evaluation, scorecard preparation and delivery, create and maintain supplier corrective action plans aimed to reduce delivery and quality issues within the supply base
Facilitate resolution of supplier quality/fulfillment related issues
Achieve quality, cost, inventory, and delivery targets
Develop strong working relationships with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, sales,...