Buyer

Job Description
ABOUT YOUR ROLE
The Buyer is responsible for executing on purchasing strategies. This may include planning, purchasing and scheduling of materials, services and supplies;
including sourcing or negotiation with vendors.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:
Activities may include, but are not limited to:
Expedite orders by suppliers to meet production. Supervise preparation of orders and follow-up to expedite delivery and shipment.
Check and approve invoices for orders placed.
Work to reduce network raw materials, WIP, and finished goods inventories while optimizing service, reducing waste, and increasing inventory turns.
Develop and maintain necessary records and files for efficient operation.
Conduct assessments of customer needs within assigned region or area.
Support the execution of materials and operation direction setting packages.
Constantly assess systems for improvement opportunities.
Provide guidance to maintain communications between purchasing, engineering and manufacturing regarding inventory levels.
Review plant demand and resource availability.
Ensure materials availability for production schedule.
Assess and work to improve inventory accuracy.
Improve communication and materials flow with supply chain partners.
Execute procurement sourcing strategies in-line with overall division and/or corporate objectives.