Buyer

SUMMARY:

Professional responsible to quote, negotiate, and purchase materials for the efficient operation of the division.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Obtain materials quotes from suppliers and analyze for competitiveness.

• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and freight terms.  

• Purchase materials, supplies, tools, services, etc.

• Schedule delivery of materials to meet production schedule requirements.

• Perform repeat orders.

• Keep informed of markets and material pricing trends that effect the division.  

• Assist with the supplier selection process. Investigate to determine reliability and ability as a supplier.

• Maintain document filing system.

• Participate in department improvement initiatives.

• Demonstrates the Dimensions of Competition and Viaflex Team Member Values in their daily actions.

• Keep informed of developments in the procurement profession, as well as developments in the economy or industry that are relative to the success of the division.

• Maintain a clean and safe work area. Follow established safety and ergonomic standards.

• May be called upon to perform comparable duties of a similar or related nature and/or assist in other areas as needed.

• Learning, understanding, continuously improving, and promoting the division’s quality management system in accordance with ISO standards.

• Develop, investigate, select, and maintain suppliers.

• Monitor supplier performance.

• Manage supplier agreements and methods.

• Assist with negotiation of major purchasing contracts.

• Maintain specific knowledge on commodities, and complex supplier relationships.

• Collaborate with other departments or divisions on purchasing matters and technical data.

• Conduct negotiations with vendors on rejections, dispositions, or adjustments of purchased materials.

• Manage standard price list for commodity quotes.

• Work with suppliers on unique requirements such as special documentation or certification.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, or a related field preferred. 1–3 years of experience in a purchasing, procurement, or supply chain role preferred. An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will also be considered.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Basic knowledge of purchasing processes and terminology. Strong computer skills, especially with Microsoft Office; ERP experience a plus. Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills. Ability to prioritize tasks and handle multiple responsibilities. Comfortable working with vendors and internal stakeholders.

Flexible and adaptable in a team-oriented environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS:

Physical Requirements: Required to sit, stand, walk, bend, and reach. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working Conditions: Exposure to a normal office environment. Position may occasionally require entering a production environment, including exposure to noise, fumes, moving machinery, and varied temperatures.

BENEFITS TO YOU:

Not all benefits are created equal, but we have got you covered. Viaflex not only offers a wide range of benefits that encourage wellness and preventative care, but we also provide the right tools and programs to help you achieve it.  Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and disability insurance and 401k.   We offer workplace flexibility policies to promote work/life balance in addition to paid time off (PTO) benefit.  Team Members can also take advantage of additional benefit programs such as education assistance, our onsite fitness center or fitness center reimbursement, employee assistance program (EAP) and much more.

EEOC STATEMENT:

Viaflex is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.