Buyer
Company: Taylor-Wharton
Location: Baytown
Posted on: June 16, 2022
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Job Description:
POSITION SUMMARY The Buyer will be able to process purchasing
requisitions from the managers and turn them into purchase orders.
The Buyer will be responsible to place and manage purchase orders
with suppliers and vendors in response to requisitions for
materials, goods and services to meet company on-time delivery and
quality objectives. This role is critical in liaising between the
managers, inventory, finance and purchasing team members to ensure
continuity of materials and supplies to manage our deliverables to
customers. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be
able to perform each essential duty in a satisfactory manner.
Market awareness pertaining to conditions, trends, and formulate
short and long-term strategies to meet quality and supply
requirement(s) that coincide with cost containment and cost
reduction goals. The requirements listed below are representative
of the knowledge, skills and abilities required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities,
to perform essential job functions. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Primary
responsibilities will include but are not limited to: ---
Organizational ability to manage the receipt for material purchases
and negotiate with vendors and suppliers to secure them at a
competitive price. --- Create and issue purchase orders to
suppliers in an efficient manner. --- Communicate material delivery
status as well as shortages and delays effectively to Production
team members so that they can plan accordingly. --- Review
deliveries with orders to ensure that they meet expectations and
quality standards. --- Analyze and resolve unfavorable purchase
price variances. --- Collect and analyze data for quotes as needed.
--- Effective communication and customer skills with vendors'
representatives --- Exceptional interpersonal skills; ability to
build strong professional relationships. --- Establish a reliable
line of contact with the management team to ensure that all field
purchase orders are accurate. --- Negotiate and ensure company
policies and procedures are followed. --- Ensure material is
ordered in a timely manner and that delivery meets production
schedule timeline. --- Excellent organizational and analytical
skills; an above average understanding of math and pricing
methodology. --- A self-driven individual with an ability to create
purchasing strategies to meet the dynamic needs of the
organization. --- Strong negotiation skills. --- Resourceful in
identifying solutions and creating options in purchasing and
pricing strategies. --- Monitor supplier performance and take
action when needed. --- Perform other related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/COMPENTENCIES Required Education, Experience &
Certification REQUIRED --- Bachelor's in Business Administration or
years of experience in lieu of degree. --- Exceptional skills in
speaking, reading and writing English. --- Must maintain and follow
company rules as stated in all policies and Code of Conduct. ---
Workmanship must be maintained to adequate quality control level to
meet customer requirements. --- Proficiency in MS Office products.
Preferred Education and Experience --- 5-years of previous
experience in purchasing background preferred. --- ISM's C.P.M.
and/or APIS' CPIM certification preferred. --- MS Nav ERP/MRP
experience. Capabilities --- Effective communication ---
Professionalism --- Multitasking capabilities --- Organizational
Abilities --- Technology Adaptability --- Active Listening PHYSICAL
REQUIREMENTS --- Employee is continually required to talk and hear.
--- Must be able to lift up-to 10 lbs. --- Must have full mobility
in bending and squatting. --- Must be able to stand or walk on
feet. WORK ENVIRONMENT --- Work is performed primarily indoors in a
controlled temperature environment, but not limited to outdoors
exposure to changing weather conditions. POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED
HOURS OF WORK This is a full-time position. Work schedule is Monday
through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. Schedule could change based on
business needs. WORK AUTHORIZATION Eligibility to work in the U.S.
with the appropriate work authorization documentation. EEO
STATEMENT Taylor-Wharton America is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/D/V. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or
contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or
responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with
or without notice due to the dynamic nature of the business. Job
Requirements:
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