Buyer, Materials and Logistics

Job Description Summary This position processes and ensures the accuracy of the purchase order system. This position requires strong communication to both internal and external customers and suppliers. This position is responsible to help keep up vendor/ supplier information and trade agreements. Job Description Day-to-day activities Create, send, confirm and receive ship notices on direct material purchase orders. Confirm the updated trade agreement with supplier. Create, send, confirm and receive ship notices on MRO purchase orders. Confirm the updated trade agreement with supplier. Create Service purchase orders and send them to the Service department. Request for quotes for new and existing items. Reconcile purchase orders and Invoices internally or by communicating with supplier. Ensure that vendor preferences are up to date. (ie. contact information, supplier notes, currency, etc.) Enter and complete part add requests Communicate purchase orders with suppliers, confirm delivery dates, update any pricing issues, enter ship dates. Prepare, organize and e-mail internally the Days on Hand Report. Prepare, organize and e-mail the Stock Values report weekly and monthly. Communicate with the supplier Quality Control Reports and help organize any return material. Communicate with the supplier the Purchase Order Report which contains supplier performance information. (ie. unconfirmed orders, late orders, etc.) Ensure that sourcing or materials, components and sub-contractors are carried out from approved suppliers and done in a planned and controlled manner. Ensure accuracy or the purchase order form. Ensure accurate item information. (ie. trade agreement, future price UOM) Prepare the purchase price variance report/ KPI data an e-mail it to regional purchasing staff Maintain updated trade agreements with suppliers Education High school diploma minimum. years purchasing experience preferred. Knowledge of shipping and logistics systems. Previous manufacturing environment preferred. Knowledge and Skills Strong computer knowledge. Strong organizational skills. Note: To comply with US immigration and other legal requirements, it is necessary to specify the minimum number of years’ experience required for any role based within the USA. For roles outside of the USA, to ensure compliance with applicable legislation, the JDs should focus on the substantive level of experience required for the role and a minimum number of years should NOT be used. GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes GE (NYSE:GE) rises to the challenge of building a world that works. For more than 125 years, GE has invented the future of industry, and today the company’s dedicated team, leading technology, and global reach and capabilities help the world work more efficiently, reliably, and safely. GE’s people are diverse and dedicated, operating with the highest level of integrity and focus to fulfill GE’s mission and deliver for its customers. www.ge.com