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Senior Buyer

Dahlonega, GA 30533

Posted: 11/19/2024 Employment Type: Direct Hire Job Number: 24936

Job Description

Are you looking to make a career change to an innovative custom metal fabrication company?  This exciting opportunity as Senior Buyer offers a competitive salary plus an excellent benefits package including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, and paid time off.  Does this position match your future career goals? Then this Senior Buyer opportunity could be the right fit for you.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Conduct research to identify and qualify new supplier sources, aiming to enhance pricing, delivery, quality, and service for raw materials and services.
  • Stay updated on relevant market trends and conditions to anticipate any changes in pricing, availability, or quality of purchased products that could impact the business.
  • Procure assigned materials from qualified suppliers, ensuring favorable terms and conditions are negotiated for the company.
  • Maintain records of purchase orders, quotes, and quality reports in compliance with department policies.
  • Proactively gather, evaluate, and compare quotations from suppliers to ensure the best overall value for the company.
  • Assess and interpret purchase requisitions, including those generated through ERP/MRP systems, to meet organizational needs.
  • Address and resolve any discrepancies or issues related to issued or negotiated purchase orders.
  • Organize supplier site visits and maintain transparent, positive relationships with suppliers and subcontractors.
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of systems to track and analyze supplier performance, including delivery, pricing, and product quality metrics.
  • Prepare and deliver semi-annual Supplier Performance Reports and conduct reviews to ensure supplier alignment with company standards.
  • Conduct on-site supplier audits and surveys to assess compliance with ISO standards and ensure alignment with quality expectations.
  • Issue Corrective Action Reports or Nonconformance Debit Memos to suppliers as needed and follow up to ensure timely resolution and compliance.
  • Mentor and coach junior buyers in areas such as supplier qualification, continuous quality improvement, cost-saving initiatives, and advanced purchasing strategies.

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • A background in the steel industry is essential.
  • A minimum of 2 years of post-high school education in purchasing or related fields, or alternatively, 5 years of relevant work experience in purchasing.
  • At least 3 years of recent purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment, which includes expertise in: Manufacturing industry purchasing processes, MRP/ERP systems, supply chain management, and contract negotiation.
  • Working with steel, either in a mill, service center, or manufacturing context.
  • Knowledge of accounting principles, production control, quality control, and traffic management.
  • Strong understanding of product costing, financial analysis, and internal controls related to purchasing and procurement.
  • Familiarity with engineering and manufacturing processes, including basic blueprint reading, as they relate to purchasing functions.

BENEFITS:
  • Direct Hire.
  • Health Insurance.
  • Dental Insurance.
  • Vision Insurance.
  • Paid Time Off.

Salary: $60K-$70K annually (DOE)

Ask for: Roger Armenta 

Job Id: 24936

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