What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Buyer position at Justrite Manufacturing Co LLC?
Justrite Safety Group is a growing family of industrial safety companies. Together we protect workers, workplaces, and the environment with a comprehensive range of industrial safety solutions. All Justrite Safety Group portfolio companies are united by deep safety knowledge, long experience, and a commitment to protecting people, property, and the planet.
SUMMARY
We are looking for a Senior Buyer who will be responsible for the timely procurement of raw materials, products, and services to ensure the efficient production of quality products and timely shipping of orders. Works closely with Supply Chain team and leader to ensure purchasing, inventory and logistics objectives are met within cost and quality standards. Participates in strategic design and direction of the supply chain processes to support sales and manufacturing operations. Will ensure a culture of safety, quality and continuous improvement while executing the day-to-day responsibilities as required by the business. This position will be located at our Brooksville, FL office.
RESPONSIBILITIES
* Continuously engages in and leads strategic sourcing activities to create cost savings within the supply chain. Supports the Supply Chain Manager in the development of strategic sourcing roadmaps and funnels.
* Actively participates in creating cost savings opportunities and formally tracks and reports these opportunities monthly. Reviews and analyzes purchased product and raw material costs and cost trends. Creates monthly report of Purchase Price Variance for all raw materials, purchased inventory, and supplies.
* Develops strong working relationships with suppliers and uses data driven approach to determine preferred suppliers. Focuses on the TCO model to drive supplier selection criterion through consideration of Quality, Delivery, Cost, Service of the supplier.
* Supplier performance management and reporting related to Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Service. Uses formal Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) to analyze problem statements and drive improvements within the supply chain.
* Ensures proper flow of inbound materials to meet production and customer requirements. Uses reporting tools and ERP to determine inventory trends and adjust safety stock, order points and order quantities.
* Consistently engages in and leads Continuous Improvement of process, quality, and efficiencies within the Supply Chain. Utilizes Gemba and data analysis to identify opportunities for improvement.
* Monitors supplier on time delivery metrics to ensure consistent performance that meets requirements and demands of the manufacturing schedule.
* Collaborates with Corporate Supply Chain and other Business Unit Supply Chain teams to share best practices and create benchmarks within Justrite Safety Group.
* Works alongside Operations Leadership to develop performance standards, key performance indicators, standardized operation processes for inventory operations and physical layouts for logistical flow through receiving, shipping and warehouse operations.
* Participates in daily management huddles and meetings to support business needs.
* Participate in managing plant budget, which includes controlling, material costs, inbound and outbound freight, inventory variance and obsolescence expenses.
REQUIREMENTS
* Bachelor's degree 5 year's relevant experience or 6 years of applicable Supply Chain experience, with at least 3 years in a similar supply chain role.
* Solid understanding of continuous improvement principles and methods, including Kanban, Point of Use (POUS) material, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Line Balancing, etc.
* Advanced Excel skills strongly desired (v-lookups, pivot tables, etc.)
* Strong Analytical and Problem-Solving skills
* Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with others in a positive and collaborative manner.
* Demonstrated experience with continuous improvement initiatives.
* Must possess excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
BENEFITS:
We offer excellent comprehensive benefits that include:
* Medical, Dental & Vision benefits
* Health Care Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
* Paid time off including vacation & personal time
* 401K - with company match. Both pretax and Roth options available
* Company paid Short Term Disability
* Company paid Long Term Disability
* Company paid Employee Assistance Program
* Employee Wellness Program
