Buyer - Fort Lauderdale, United States - Vaco

Description

Vaco is hiring for a

Buyer

located in Oakland Park, FL. This role will sit on-site and eventually go to a hybrid role.


Schedule:
Monday-Thursday 6:30am-5pm


POSITION PURPOSE

Responsible for various inventory planning and purchasing of materials; including cost reduction & inventory management, ensuring quality of purchased products and improving supplier performance.

Drive process improvement for efficiency and scalability through effective, professional, team collaboration

DELIVERABLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for accurate and efficient order processing for multiple facilities.

Review MRP requisitions for inventory purchasing, analysis, and decisions

Sourcing:
manage the quotation process and analyze impact to determine the best value supplier
Enter P.O.'s and follow up to ensure quality and on time deliveries
Manage & resolve delivery, pricing, and/or quality issues in a timely manner
Communicate progress, potential risks, and plans to appropriate teams
Ensure data accuracy in Syspro (i.e. Due dates, MRP material item master data, etc.)
Support and assist other departments to ensure efficient flow of purchasing transactions throughout the company (i.e. R&D, shipping/receiving, IT, Accounting, etc.)

Manage Domestic and International Supplier Relationships

Research and evaluate suppliers based on quality, delivery, support, pricing, and capabilities, while building and maintaining quality working relationships
Execute strategies and tactics to achieve best results regarding pricing, logistics, inventory, and payment terms
Monitor shipments to ensure on-time delivery; trace shipments and follow up on undelivered goods
Study market prices and trends, industry developments in purchasing, commodities, and/or supply chain
Develop, update, and implement improved suppler and lean initiatives to improve process efficiencies and product quality, delivery, cost, etc.

Manage Inventory Targets and Customer Service Levels

Manage inventory levels
Analyze forecasted demand with historical demand
Produce and maintain all reports
Prioritize duties knowing where the biggest sense of urgency is required.

Model company values and behaviors

Manage your individual performance, personal development, and training
Support company's and team's initiatives

Perform other duties according to business needs

QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience & Skills)

Bachelor's degree in business administration and a minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in the field; or equivalent combination of education/training and/or experience.

CSCP/CPIM Certified or equivalent (preferred)
Strong working knowledge of MS Office products (e.g. Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, etc)
Knowledge of MRP/ERP software required; ability to execute large volume of weekly SKUs while working material exceptions with a sense of urgency
Good judgment in price negotiation and vendor selection
Decisive and excellent problem-solving skills
Strong analytical skills and good understanding of overall business objectives
Inventory management and tactical execution
Understanding of domestic and international procurement activities; international logistics experience a plus
Excellent interpersonal & leadership skills; ability to work with others in a professional manner
Ability to plan, organize, and manage multiple projects with attention to detail
Ability to handle changing priorities under tight deadlines
Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as machining, die casting, plastic injection molding, BOM, drawings, assembly, and stamping (preferred)
Familiar with Lean concepts, practices, and procedures
Occasional travel required
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