Our Southwest Houston, TX client is seeking a contract to possible hire Supply Chain Buyer/Planner.
Assists Purchasing Manager by using high level knowledge of products and end user requirements in purchasing and distributing raw materials, equipment, machinery, supplies and contracted services within the organization by performing the following duties. Coordinates the procurement and distribution of materials, parts, equipment, and supplies for the organization with other personnel in the Purchasing Department; improves and develops procedures, systems and planning methods for the department. Reports directly to the Purchasing Manager and works with all departments and district locations on a global basis.
Responsibilities:
Assists in coordinating all activities related to procurement of material beginning with intent to purchase through delivery.
Analyzes the requirements of the materials needed, including preliminary specifications, preferred supplier, and date materials or parts are needed.
Solicits and evaluates proposals for the requested materials; investigates and/or interviews potential suppliers to determine if they meet the specified requirements.
Negotiates the lowest possible cost for materials and parts balanced against the optimum quality and schedule needs.
Implements purchase contracts that comply with company regulations and requirements.
Develop, complete and maintain an online approved supplier list.
Assures materials are delivered on schedule, at the negotiated price, and meets the quality standards of the company. Evaluates vendors for against service level agreements.
Be knowledgeable of available supply sources for materials, supplies, parts, and capital equipment needs at the lowest available prices, consistent with overall company needs and services
Implement online standard work procedures and documentation for Purchasing Department.
Fully implement Quality Performance Metric system for all vendors and suppliers.
Implement forecast model, stocking plan, and safety stocking (reorder point etc…)
Assist with purchasing raw materials, purchased parts, and MRO. Prepare and issue purchase orders and change notices when necessary.
Inspects and grades or appraises various commodities, durable goods, or other merchandise offered, to determine value and yield. Analyze statistical data and buy specified parts and/or other technical purchases.
Verifies quantity and quality of stock received from manufacturer and/or vendors.
Interview vendor sales personnel and gain completed Vendor Visit Report (Form 398) if necessary.
Visit vendor plant and/or office locations as needed.
Authorizes payment of invoices and/or return of merchandise and negotiate with vendors on inventory, pricing and delivery to assure timely delivery of goods at the best possible prices.
Input markers information on main frame, such as price mark-ups or mark-downs, manufacturer number, for inventory.
Inspects exchanged or refunded merchandise by resolving problems of quality, shipping damage, deliveries, and over-and-under shipments of orders.
Analyzes market and delivery conditions to determine present and future material availability and prepares market analysis reports, while keeping current on trends in the supply market.
Reviews purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy and resolve problems with vendors relating to shipping damage, delayed arrivals, deviation in size or shipment, etc.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university; or five or more years related experience as senior buyer/planner; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must continue education by attending seminars and professional organization meetings and/or training programs during the year or when directed by the Purchasing Manager.
Must be able to interact and communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization.
Must have knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation software (Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
Designs work flows and procedures to improve efficiency and productivity within the department.
Develops and coordinates workable project plans; Communicates changes and progress of those plans.
Understands business implications of decisions and displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition and aligns work with strategic goals.
Seeks increased responsibilities and strives to increase productivity; Prioritizes and plans work activities by taking initiative and evaluating tasks.
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Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/V/D. Candidates must have authorization to work in the U.S. Clients will not sponsor visas.
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