Job Details

ID #15559734
State West Virginia
City Stuartsdraft
Job type Full-time
Salary USD TBD TBD
Source Rexnord
Showed 2021-06-17
Date 2021-06-17
Deadline 2021-08-16
Category Et cetera
Create resume

Buyer/Planner II

West Virginia, Stuartsdraft 00000 Stuartsdraft USA

Vacancy expired!

Job Description

Position Summary

The Rexnord Gear Group seeks an experienced Buyer Planner who is looking for a challenge, and who wants to make an impact in a fast-paced, performance driven environment. The position's scope and primary responsibility is to execute purchase orders and projects to implement strategic sourcing and cost reduction initiatives, optimize inventory, and support day-to-day production and OTD requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Executes activities related to the management purchase orders from the intent to purchase through delivery of product, including reconciliation of Purchase Orders, Receipts, and Invoices.
  • Expedite and defer goods and services as required. Works directly with suppliers to ensure prompt and accurate delivery of goods. Works with buyer/planners or other stakeholders to expedite material and update the ERP system to reflect accurate delivery dates.
  • Identify and execute inventory optimization initiatives and ensure appropriate levels and accuracy of inventory planning. This includes review and calculation of forecasts, safety stocks, Kanban quantities, order quantities, etc.
  • Create and manage RFQ and RFP including scope of work. Review bid proposals, quotes and make recommendations based on results of quoting analysis.
  • Maintain required records such as quotes and price lists, blanket order files, supplier correspondence, and supplier performance data.
  • Review and execute engineering notifications and drawing changes. Interact with cross functional teams, supplier quality, materials management, engineering, accounting/finance and operations.
  • Responsible for supplier relationship management. Works with suppliers to establish performance goals with respect to continuity of supply, continuous improvement of cost, quality, and delivery. Monitor supplier's performance to agreed upon service level and OTD objectives.
  • Work with the appropriate commodity manager to utilize strategic sourcing processes to select suppliers based on the best combination of cost, capability, quality, reliability, delivery. Works with cross-functional teams to execute changes to supply base with minimal disruption to operations.
  • Proactively seek cost reduction opportunities with supplier base.
  • Responsible for timely reporting of agreed upon KPI’s, Action Plans, and cost reduction results. Manage assigned Action Plans utilizing lean manufacturing principles.
  • Visit facilities as a team member to conduct supplier assessments with respect to business practices, quality of operations, opportunities for continuous improvement.
  • Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner. Gather and analyze information and propose alternative solutions. Key contributor in group problem solving situations.

Leadership Competencies

  • Decision Quality – Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
  • Manages Complexity – Making sense of complex, high quantity and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
  • Drives Results – Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
  • Manages Conflict – Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise.
  • Plans & Aligns – Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.

Qualifications

Experience and Skill Required

  • Bachelor’s degree required (prefer degrees in Supply Chain Management, Operations, or Engineering).
  • 3years minimum of relevant experience in a purchasing or supply chain position preferably within a discrete manufacturing environment
  • Experience with lean manufacturing tools preferred
  • Previous experience required with and working knowledge of using/reading engineering drawings and specifications.
  • Must have worked with SAP or other ERP system.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including advanced skills with Excel and Microsoft Project.
  • Willingness and ability to travel 5-10% of the time.
  • Previous experience with assigned commodities is a plus, and setting up contracts with suppliers.
  • Ability to manage conflict, solicit feedback to improve service, respond to requests for assistance, and meet commitments.
  • Extremely strong aptitude for analytics pertaining to purchasing, supply chain, and overall business activity.
  • Effective written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills are necessary.
  • Strong Microsoft Excel experience with charts, graphing, macros, pivot tables, and v-lookups.
  • Candidate will need to possess strong organizational, analytical and motivational skills along with an ability to thrive in a fast-paced, metrics-driven, performance-based environment with stretch goals.

Additional Information

Total Rewards and Benefits

  • Competitive Salary
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
  • Matching 401(k) Contribution
  • Health Savings Account
  • Educational Reimbursement
  • Matching Gift Program

Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Vacancy expired!

Subscribe Report job