Regional Part Buyer

The Regional Part Buyer plans and processes all assigned procurement and inventory control transactions and maintains optimal price and delivery cycle while maintaining the lowest possible operational inventory levels. Coordinates and expedites the flow of work and materials from outside suppliers or between facilities according to customer demand.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Plan, issue and manage Purchase Orders, Inter-branches, Acknowledgments, and Expedite/Cancel/Defer Requests, exceptions and discrepancies using Karmak.
• Work with Facility Managers and Operations to project, forecast and plan material and purchased component needs as assigned.
• Coordinate daily requirements/commitments, pricing and availability with the supplier base to ensure timely shipping, and communicate with Shipping and Receiving to verify that materials and/or components are received and stored/allocated as per procedure.
• Manage inventory movement and accuracy, designated stocking levels, order points, package quantities, vendor freight policies and all other metrics affecting inventory turns via cycle counting, variance investigation, and continuous coordination of information flow between Operations.
• Interact with Corporate Supply Chain personnel to ensure a seamless flow of information throughout every level of the supply chain.
• Prepare and submit daily and weekly paperwork and reports as required.
• Provide training and assistance to other employees as assigned.
• Follow action and communication protocols for nonstandard deviation in processes or materials.
• Understand and comply with all PPE requirements at all times, work safely every day and encourage all team members to do the same.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors or Associates Degree in Business or combination of education and experience in a related field.
• Three to five years’ experience in Supply Chain preferred.
• Strong computer skills, including Karmak, Microsoft Office including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Basic understanding of Supply Chain and Inventory Control processes/procedures.
• Exceptional communication skills both verbal and written, able to effectively communicate with a levels throughout the organization.
• Solid analytical and planning skills.
• Proficient in problem analysis and resolution.
• Effective knowledge and understanding of manufacturing process.
• Strong team player.
• Commitment to a safety culture where safety is the first consideration before starting any task.

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401k with generous employer match
• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement