Buyer I - Holden - Ferrara Fire Apparatus

Description

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Requisition ID: 26285 Ferrara/KME are premiere manufacturers of fire trucks and emergency response vehicles offering a full line of pumpers, aerials, industrial, wildland, and rescue apparatus. Working hands-on with both municipal and industrial fire departments, the Ferrara/KME team thrives on diagnosing departments' current apparatus limitations and response needs to custom design the perfect fire apparatus solution that will stand the test of time. Ferrara/KME is part of the larger REV Group (NYSE: REVG), a leading manufacturer of specialty vehicles for the fire & emergency and recreation markets. REV Group's extensive vehicle line-up includes models such as ambulances, fire trucks, terminal trucks, RV's and much more. Our 5,000+ employees continuously demonstrate their commitment to building innovative and reliable vehicles that our customers can depend on whether for a family trip across the U.S. or when responding to an emergency. Rev Group is a veteran friendly employer and hires over 200 veterans and or those transferring out of the military each year.

SCOPE:

The Purchasing Buyer I will be responsible for daily, entry level Purchasing tasks including but not limited to: maintaining dates, viewing open purchase requisitions, creating PO's, and item data maintenance, This position also monitors performance of the Suppliers to ensure attainment of objectives in quality, delivery, service and cost, building Supplier relationships, following up on open orders, and providing customer updates on outstanding purchase orders. The Buyer I will also use best practices and experience to ensure that the company is getting best prices possible and optimum order quantities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Utilization of a Computerized MRP system to ensure Purchase Orders are Created and Reviewed in a timely and accurately manner, in support of manufacturing requirements.
• Routinely Interact and Communicate with suppliers that purchase order details (manufacture number, description, and pricing), and delivery requirements are accurately and clearly defined (delivery date based on manufacturing/Customer requirements, taking into account transportation, inspection, and/or any internal processes).
• Maintain delivery confirmation detail in the computer system.
• Monitor planned delivery to build schedule for the purpose of performing "Clear to Build," and the communication of any roadblocks that could impact the scheduled production plan to the appropriate individual(s) or group(s).
• Assure the flow of product, which does not meet our standards or expectations, are clearly documented and processed through the Defective Materials process.
• Review open requirements, expedite, delay or cancel orders where necessary.
• Execution and maintenance of Purchase Requisitions from internal departments
• Ownership of Item data related to MRP functionality

OTHER DUTIES MAY INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

Project related tasks as assigned by the Manager.

POSITION EXPECTATIONS:

• SAFETY: Follow FFA General Health & Safety Rules, ensure safe operating conditions within area of responsibility, and notify coworkers and supervisors of hazardous acts and conditions. Proper use of PPE; use only defect-free equipment. Promote safety in department. Use proper lifting techniques and overhead hoist when needed. Maintain clean and safe working environment in line with 5-S Philosophy. Participate in hazardous communication training and safety meetings.
• QUALITY: Responsible for the quality of work. This requires defect-free work and understanding of the requirements of the company's quality system as it pertains to job duties and responsibilities. Must be able to check work to ensure conformance to process control instructions, specifications, and quality standards. Identify and segregate non-conforming product. Identify the need for and assist in initiating and implementing corrective and preventive actions when appropriate.
• FLEXIBILITY: Able and willing to work in other areas as needed. Must be flexible in taking lunch and breaks when workflow requires. Willing to work additional hours as necessary.
• INITIATIVE: Actively participate in continuous improvement of products and processes to better serve customers and improve the overall profitability of FFA. Actively seek out work in other areas when current assignment is complete. Make suggestions for improving product quality, processes, safety, and company profitability.
• TEAMWORK: Positive working attitude toward other employees; be a team player. Work with others constructively and abide by company policies and procedures. Working together as a team for continuous improvement is vital to ensure the future of FFA and its employees. Teamwork will be required to be effective in daily production assignments as well as special improvement projects.
• CAREER DEVELOPMENT: Attend and participate in a variety of meetings, training programs, and task force groups to integrate activities, communicate issues, obtain approvals, resolve problems, and maintain specific level of knowledge pertaining to changes to equipment or process, new developments, requirements, procedures, and policies.
• LEADERSHIP: Lead the team, provide innovative thought leadership on strategies to grow market share, increase profitability, and meet long-term business goals.
• ACTION-ORIENTED: Enjoy working hard; is action-oriented and energetic; not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning; seize more opportunities than others.
• CONFLICT MANAGEMENT: Step up to conflicts, seeing them as opportunities; read situations quickly; good at focused listening; can hammer out tough agreements and settle disputes equitably; can find common ground and get cooperation.
• DEALING WITH AMBIGUITY: Can effectively cope with change; can shift gears comfortably; can decide and act without having the total picture; isn't upset when things are up in the air; doesn't have to finish things before moving on; can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty.
• DRIVE FOR RESULTS: Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom-line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Work experience in a business environment, preferred that the incumbent is familiar with basic procurement, supply chain and quality principles, procedures and techniques
• Analytical and Highly Motivated Individual, with Acute Attention to Detail.
• Ability to Prioritize, Manage, and Meet Deadlines for Multiple Tasks Simultaneously, in a Fast Paced and Continually Evolving Manufacturing Environment.
• Demonstrated Ability in Participation, Engagement, and Promotion of a "TEAM" Atmosphere.
• Excellent Communication Skills, both Verbal and Written.
• Demonstrated Ability in Computer Operations, specifically Microsoft Office, Data Mining, & Crystal Report.
• Intermediate to Advanced Experience and Working Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, i.e. formulas, queries, macros, etc...).
• Demonstrated Ability in the area of Problem Solving, i.e Short/Long Term Corrective Action Resolution, Root Cause Analysis, 5 Why Principle, etc.

Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.

REV Group is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. The Company conducts all employment practices without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by law. REV Group also undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunities for minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for protected veterans.

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