Associate Buyer - Carlsbad, United States - Zodiac Pool Systems

Description

**Description**

We are seeking a passionate and results driven Contract Associate Buyer with the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

Problem solving

Teamwork and collaboration

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

We are a leader in the global pool industry. Our portfolio includes some of the most trusted brands; we offer our customers an expansive array of products across both the residential and commercial pool and wellness markets; and we have strong geographical footprint with operations in over 45 countries. With our merger with Zodiac, we now have over 5,500 employees and the combined resources to accelerate innovation in critical areas like energy-efficiency, robotics and the Internet of Things.

We are guided by clear values and come to work every day with a simple and direct mission in mind: To create the perfect pool and wellness experience. By staying focused on this mission, we will create value for all our stakeholderscustomers, pool owners, investors and employees.

We own a portfolio of some of the industrys most recognized and trusted brands, including Jandy , AstralPool , Polaris, Cepex , Zodiac, CTX Professional and Gre .

WHAT YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE

Support Supply Lead or Buyer lead in the day to day purchasing activities: price update, po commitment dates, and other system maintenance tasks

PO creation for MRO purchases and / or material purchases following instructions provided by the Supply Lead or Buyer Lead

Tracking shipments from the initial order supplier to delivery at FLUIDRA distribution centers.

Expediting deliveries

Understanding about MRP process and/or MRP systems

Understanding and practical knowledge of a companys manufacturing process

Understanding about domestic and global logistics (forwarder tracking shipments, tracking shipments

Working with receiving to clarify receiving discrepancies (PO vs Packing List)

Working with AP to clarify discrepancies with Invoices, supporting Supply Lead or Buyer Lead

Understand the different classes of inventory (raw materials, WIP, finished goods, MRO, service parts, damaged and obsolete).

Understand the Purchasing Cycle

Understand the importance of safety stock and the role this stocking strategy plays in the organization.

Analytical skills are required for this position, as well as ability to manage large reports.

Demonstrate the ability to manage conflict by identifying and handling conflicts in a sensible, fair and efficient manner.

Demonstrate trustworthiness and professionalism with suppliers, peers, and team members.

Other duties may be assigned.

**WHAT WE SEEK**

Manufacturing environment experience, good to have

Understanding of MRP/ERP systems, good to have not a must

Analytical and detail-oriented skill

Organized and time management skills

Excel data base skills

Independent and quick learner

Attention to details and accuracy is a must

**PREFFERED**

APICS Certifications

EDUCATION

Bachelor's Degree in Business/Supply Chain Management

WHAT WE OFFER

An exciting opportunity to dive in and begin your career with a company that offers a competitive total rewards package that includes:

? Alternate work week schedule (EVERY OTHER FRIDAY OFF)

? On-site self-service caf / free gourmet coffee stations

? Company sponsored FUN events

? On-site gym, ping-pong, foosball, outdoor bocce ball court, BBQ & firepit

In the pursu it of product excellence, Fluidra takes its corporate values to heart. We implement these guiding principles in everything we do: passion for success , honesty & trust , customer collaboration , team work , learn and adapt , excellence and Innovation .

For a deeper dive in to our corporate culture, .