Materials Buyer

Description Basic Function: Procurement / Material Planning consists of the timely and cost-effective acquisition of quality materials, supplies and resources necessary. It also includes coordinating with associated groups and leading the resolution of purchasing problems.
Primary Responsibilities: Responsible for P2P for relavent MRP controller.
Ensures the availability of inventory to meet the forecasted demand and optimize on-time delivery, lead time to customer, and net working capital.
Segments the portfolio of materials through an ABC/XYZ analysis, product lifecycle management and supplier agreement. Defines inventory policies according to this segmentation.
Collaborates with suppliers and category managers to optimize cost, submit requests for quotation and drive cost savings projects.
Calculates and maintains in SAP the inventory parameters and replenishment strategies such as: safety stock, reorder point, lot size, and lead-time.
Monitors and controls Procure-to-Pay process and is prepared to perform such activities as escalation and expediting are required.
Supports and leads Sales and Operations Planning process.
Partners with critical internal and external suppliers to align forecasting of materials.
Initiates continuous improvement programs to support planning and fulfillment strategy.
Supports Inventory Control and RCCM that may lead to improved packaging etc by the vendor.
Works with suppliers to improve on-time delivery performance, resolve non-conformance issues.
Analyzes and evaluates bids/pricelists to determine optimal value.
Support supplier negotiations as needed to achieve cost savings targets.
Requirements Preferred purchasing or planning experience.
Preferred SAP or similar ERP experience in MM and PP module
Ability to work cross-functionally within a global value chain.
Independent analysis/decision-making capabilities
Above average Microsoft excel skills.
Strong communicator and teamwork oriented
Organized and exhibits a sense of urgency when necessary.
Takes initiative to drive projects and lead others.
Employs root cause analysis approach.
Strong sense of customer focus and quality
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree for entry level and up to 2 years of experience
Experience within operations or supply chain within electrical equipment manufacturing for energy sector is a plus.
Exposure to high volume – high mix environment is preferred.

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