Buyer/Planner

Who is Pyrotek? Pyrotek is the most successful global industrial company you’ve never heard of (until now). Pyrotek is a global leader in high temperature materials and our products impact virtually everyone in the developed world. Our global team has worked for decades to deliver new technologies, advanced engineered systems and innovative materials to customers in industries all over the world. The last car, train and plane you rode in were all safer and more energy efficient because of Pyrotek. The beverage cans in your refrigerator are lighter, stronger and infinitely recyclable because of Pyrotek. Join our team and create, improve and innovate the everyday!

Pyrotek's Buyer/Planner is responsible for source selection and procurement functions directly associated with the company’s needs for indirect materials and services, tooling, select production materials and services.

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities ** List below encompasses only a portion of the duties. For a full position description, please click the I'm Interested button and apply online!

• Procure materials or other goods and/or coordinates activities involved with purchasing products and services, such as raw materials, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, and advertising, for site.
• Effectively communicate with vendors to obtain product or service information, such as price, availability, and delivery schedule.
• Ensure consistent material flow within the manufacturing facility including materials planning, scheduling, inventory management, and logistics process with lean manufacturing best practices.
• Analyze demand data to determine optimal inventory levels and order quantities utilizing supply base and commodity specific knowledge.
• Study market prices and trends, changes in business practices in the assigned markets, new or altered types of materials entering the market, engineering developments, and manufacturing method improvements applicable to assigned responsibilities to advise company activities.
• Review and source to product specifications, maintaining a working technical knowledge of the goods or services to be purchased.
• Ensure daily monitoring of material shortages with production and quality.
• Determine method of procurement, such as direct purchase or bid.
• Work with manufacturers or persuade potential vendors to undertake the manufacturing of custom-designed items according to user's specific needs and specifications.
• Prepare bid requests and review bid proposals for requested goods or services.
• Negotiate prices, terms, and contracts with suppliers within budgetary limitations, recommends suppliers with respect to cost, quality, and delivery competitiveness for assigned responsibilities.
• Initiate purchase orders for parts, services and/or special tools; arranges for submission and inspection of sample products as required; maintains close coordination with production to ensure timely execution of product.
• Expedite orders and requests as needed.
• Coordinate supply chain issues related to procurement, negotiations, logistics, replenishment analysis and achieving an overall level of customer service.

Why work for Pyrotek Sanborn?

• Safety Incentives
• Performance and Salary Reviews
• Uniforms provided
• Excellent compensation & benefit plans
• Entrepreneurial and collaborative team environment

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What happens next? Once you submit your application / resume, a member of the recruiting team will send you an email with a self-schedule link to speak with one of our Recruiters. Watch your email for that link!

Education/Experience Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in business administration, economics or engineering plus two years of progressively responsible purchasing and materials control experience in a manufacturing environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Core People Skills. Ability to positively interact and work collaboratively with a diverse group of people at all levels of the organization.
• Communication Skills. Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, listen and obtain clarification, and respond well to questions. Proficiency in writing clearly and concisely and editing work for spelling and grammar.
• Computer/Applications Skills. Proficient computer skills using a variety of software applications systems. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products including Word, and Excel, and MRP planning and processing.
• Core Business Skills. Ability to work independently, without significant direction and to use resources effectively to “figure it out”. Exceptional prioritization, time management and organizational skills.
• Supply Chain/Planning: Knowledge of supply chain management, materials management and planning fundamentals, including operational management, purchasing, logistics, material requirements planning, inventory management, service scheduling and product/service design. Strong negotiation skills, including ability to influence and persuade others, develop reasoned arguments, listen, and make decisions about how to allocate scarce resources. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain vendor relationships through exceptional customer service. Working knowledge of cost accounting and manufacturing methods and procedures. Strong math, statistics and analytical thinking skills required.

Physical/Sensory Requirements
The following physical activities described here are representative of those required by a team member to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation, if feasible, will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions of position.

Must be able to sit for long periods-of-time, bend and reach, use stairs, lift up to 25 pounds occasionally and communicate effectively in English by telephone, in person and in writing. Effectively use a personal computer, office equipment and telephone.

Working Environment
While performing the essential responsibilities of this position, team member generally will work in an office setting and in a manufacturing environment. While in manufacturing areas, the team member may also be exposed to moderate background noise, moderate amounts of airborne graphite dust, presence of natural and artificial light, exposure to work temperatures from ambient to controlled, hard surfaces for standing and walking. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required.

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Pyrotek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.

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