Buyer

Company: HORST ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING CO
Location: East Hartford
Posted on: November 1, 2024

Job Description:

Job Summary:The Buyer's responsibility will be to assist in the acquisition of materials, components, and services essential to our production processes. You will work closely with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance. The Buyer role will work directly with the purchasing manager and SIOP manager in their day-to-day responsibilities.Major Areas of Responsibility:Analyzes and reviews requirements for materials and services that need to be obtained or strategically purchased from approved Supplier base.Request and review quotes from suppliers, ensuring they meet company specifications and budgetary constraints.Request and review quotes from suppliers, ensuring they meet company specifications and budgetary constraintsCommunicate with suppliers to confirm orders and ensure timely delivery.Help address and resolve any issues related to order fulfillment, quality concerns, or discrepancies.Obtains approvals for purchases beyond buying authorization.Expedites purchase orders and visits local suppliers periodically.Assist in generating procurement reports and tracking key performance indicators (KPIs).Notifies all appropriate personnel of any changes to delivery dates. Works with Shipping Team to arrange for delivery to and from Suppliers for parts or services.Assist in identifying areas for process improvement within the procurement function.Assist with shipping & receiving of materials and tracking proper timely shipments.Support the implementation of best practices and new procurement strategies.Performs other related duties when necessary.Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field. However, candidates with equivalent education and experience will be considered.Three to five years buying experience, ideally within an aerospace manufacturing environment. Strong PC Skills including Microsoft Office and Excel.Experience with ERP systems (Epicor ERP Preferred)Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines.Strong written and verbal communication skills for interacting with suppliers and internal teams.Ability to analyze procurement data and generate reports.Physical Demands: LegendN (Not applicable)Activity is not applicable to this positionO (Occasionally)Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0-2.5 hours/day)F (Frequently)Position requires this activity up to 66% of the time (2.5-5.5 hours/day)C (Constantly)Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hours/day) Lift/Carry 10-50lbsFStandFWalkFManually manipulateFSquat or kneelFBendFReach above shoulderF PI265da5f964b0-25660-35535450

Keywords: HORST ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING CO, New Bedford , Buyer, Other , East Hartford, Massachusetts