Buyer I job vacancy in IFR Inc. – Jobs in Zeeland, MI 49464

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Job Details
Company Name : IFR Inc.
Company Location : Zeeland, MI 49464
Job Position : Buyer I
Job Category : Jobs in Zeeland, MI 49464

Job Description :
We are looking for a competent buyer to select and purchase products on behalf of our company. The role is very important since our business activities cannot begin without the necessary stock. Therefore, the ideal candidate must be a responsible individual with great attention to detail. As a buyer, you will need to negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive prices, work with a team to identify needs and maintain inventory.
Responsibilities
Review requisitions. Confer with departments or production schedule regarding specifications, and delivery requirements. Recommend substitution as necessary for cost savings or to meet delivery requirements.
Issue requests for quotes/proposals (RFQ/RFP) and select best source consistent with cost, quality, and delivery requirements. Negotiate and manage long term pricing agreements on critical commodities.
Work with vendors and/or vendor catalogs to obtain product or service information such as price, availability, and delivery schedule.
Prepare, issue, and approve purchase orders.
Expedite delivery of goods to meet requirements of production schedule.
Forecasting and min/max planning to maintain material flow to meet delivery requirements and lead times.
Handle correspondence concerning incorrect shipments, delivery shortages, changes in quantity, delivery dates, and prices and report such changes to the interested parties in a timely manner as required.
Maintain ERP system’s data accuracy modifying due dates, promise dates, updating min/max levels, vendor payment terms, etc.
Maintains procurement records such as items or services purchased, costs, delivery, product quality or performance, and inventories.
Discusses defective or unacceptable goods or services with team members, vendors, and others to determine source of trouble and take corrective action.
Approves invoices for payment when necessary.
Develop and maintain requisition forms for all departments
Skills
Associates degree or equivalent experience in supply chain and processes
Considerable ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with vendors
Effective negotiation
Proficiency in ERP systems
Competitive bid processes
Cost reduction strategies
Vetting of Suppliers & Continuous improvement, evaluation, and qualification of the supply chain (existing & new).
Risk mitigation strategy to minimize company exposure
Inventory management
Proficient in Microsoft Suite of products
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $34,496.00 – $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Experience:
Procurement: 1 year (Preferred)
Purchasing: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: One location