What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer position at Affiliated Products Inc.?
Role and Responsibilities
· Manage relationships with suppliers to ensure high-quality products at competitive prices.
· Determine the best sources of materials, based on price, quality, delivery time, and other criteria.
· Negotiate terms in the best interest of our customers and Affiliated Products Inc.
· Manage optimal inventory levels by working with production and customer service team members
· Review purchase orders to ensure that they are accurate and complete.
· Demonstrated experience to successfully work across teams and lead without authority.
· Coordinate the flow of materials and products through the supply chain to meet customer promises and enlighten experience.
· Anticipate and resolve potential material shortages depending on unpredictable variables and devise strategies to solve any problems with inventory supply.
· Communicate inventory and ordering status so team members, including production, can meet and/or exceed customer expectations.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
· 3-5 or more years of relevant buying experience preferred but not required.
Preferred Skills
· Excellent communication and negotiation skills
· Product and wire harness industry knowledge
· Math skills to make sure all calculations are correct and avoid any unforeseen losses for the company
· Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Job Shop management Software
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Mayville, WI 53050: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: One location
Salary : $60,000 - $70,000