- Responsible for selecting and negotiating with approved domestic and international vendors and placing purchase orders in response to product requirements established by various departments within the organization.
- Evaluate bids, select and recommend suppliers and negotiate price, quality and service.
- Expedite the procurement of parts or materials in short or critical supply.
- Perform market analyses and competitive evaluations.
- Negotiate and settle with suppliers regarding damage claims, rejections and losses, return of materials, over-shipments, cancellations and engineering changes.
- Conduct supplier site visits and rate them as to production capability, performance and delivery as needed.
Senior Buyer - Stuttgart, United States - Surf Search
