Supply Chain Buyer

Description

Our Marshalltown, IA location is seeking a Supply Chain Buyer to join our Supply Chain team. The Supply Chain Buyer is responsible for the procurement of raw materials, supplies and services to support a manufacturing and distribution environment from both domestic and international suppliers. These products are to be secured at competitive cost and quality levels with appropriate delivery schedules consistent with Company policy and established performance standards. Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to, identifying new sources of supply and working with existing suppliers to reduce costs and improve quality.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Purchases raw materials as necessary based upon production schedules, current inventory levels, and policy as well as price and potential availability
• Purchasing supplies and materials for Production, Maintenance and Tool and Die activities. Conduct vendor research and sourcing, obtain quotations, make purchasing recommendations on all items, prepare and issue Purchase Requisitions. Purchasing activities will follow defined approval authority and company policies.
• Research MRO item requirements, sources, availabilities, costs and then recommend appropriate actions.
• Expedites delivery and follows up on purchase orders as necessary
• Submits quotes for raw materials and purchased items as requested
• Investigates and resolves vendor-related production and quality problems
• Resists all price increases, notifies management of impending changes and accepts only those that can be justified
• Maintains working relationship with existing and prospective vendors by interviewing their representatives and through on-going contact on the telephone or through the mail
• Other duties and project work as assigned; essential functions may be supplemented due to the absence of others or changes in business conditions

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business-Related (such as Supply Chain) or Engineering field, required
• Basic understanding of MRP Materials Resource Planning operating principles, required
• Fluency in English.
• Strong communication skills to effectively negotiate and communicate with suppliers and vendors
• Effective organizational & project management skills through proven experience
• Excellent PC skills utilizing Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Team orientation with ability to be self-directed

MARSHALLTOWN offers comprehensive total rewards packages to include competitive wages, matching 401k retirement plans, Dental, Traditional and High Deductible Health Plans with employer HSA contributions, and vacation eligibility, just to name a few!

MARSHALLTOWN is proud to provide equal employment opportunity to individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, protected disability or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal or local law.