Associate Buyer jobs in Altoona, PA
The Associate Buyer qualifies vendors, evaluates bids, and negotiates prices and terms for purchased goods and services. Assists in purchasing materials, supplies and services at the most favorable terms for the organization. Being an Associate Buyer may require a bachelor's degree or its equivalent. Tracks purchases, monitors vendor quality, and maintains a current database of vendor information. In addition, Associate Buyer typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Being an Associate Buyer works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. Working as an Associate Buyer typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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- Union Tank Car Company - UTLX
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Altoona, PA
FULL_TIME
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WHO WE ARE:Marmon Holdings, Inc., part of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., is one of the world’s most innovative and impactful industrial organizations. Marmon comprises more than 100 manufacturing and service businesses serving diverse industries and markets across the globe. With 23,000 team members, 400 facilities in 20 countries, and $10 billion in annual revenue, Marmon may be the biggest company you’ve never heard of. Until now!This position is part of the Marmon Rail Division and will be assigned to a repair shop location either at Union Tank Car Company or Transco Railway Products, Inc. - North America locations, or Procor, at one of their Canadian locations. This position will report to the Purchasing Manager.POSITION SUMMARY:As an individual contributor, the Site Buyer will plan and procure material to meet internal stakeholder requirements at an optimal cost. The Site Buyer will purchase goods/services according to support customer needs, departmental and Procurement organizational agreements/contracts, and Marmon policies and procedures.Primary responsibilities and/or essential functions include, but are not limited to:Functional/Technical Expertise
- Tactical creation and issuance of POs to approved suppliers based on ERP system demand.
- Maintains accurate PO information and delivery dates in the ERP system.
- Set-up, execution, and maintenance of ordering parameters and ERP data.
- Work with the supplier and internal Marmon resources to set up internal and supplier-held Kanbans.
- Ensure adherence to price and lead time established by contract.
- Monitor supplier delivery performance, days on hand, and related quality issues.
- Monitor inventory levels to avoid potential excess, obsolescence, and shortages.
- Oversee Inventory Policy through ABCD classification and use of proper planning parameters.
- Adjust forecasts and planning parameters as required including safety stocks, reorder points, minimum orders etc. in adherence with Marmon guidelines.
- Participate in cost savings efforts (i.e. Freight, Packaging, Price).
- Assist where required to expedite POs and confirm delivery.
- Review and release purchase requisitions.
- Resolve supplier and data issues (i.e. Price discrepancies, invoice discrepancies, receiving issues).
- Participate in daily production and planning meetings.
- Secure Corrective Actions and execute the RMA process when applicable.
- Coordinate Engineering changes with suppliers, Material Planning, and Engineering for purchased parts.
- Daily coordination of information between production, purchasing, and shipping.
- Provides availability, pricing, and shipping information.
- Generates daily, weekly, and monthly metric reports.
- Manage supplier-held inventory programs.
- Develop in-depth knowledge on parts/commodities managed to aid in expedites and suggest part deviations to resolve shortages and mitigate high risk situations.
- Work with Commodity Managers, Operations and Engineering on supplier transitions.
SKILLS/SPECIFICATIONS:- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Detail-oriented with excellent organization and time management skills.
- Proven ability to successfully manage multiple projects and tasks.
- Critical thinking and negotiation skills.
- Knowledge of basic mathematical operations and calculations.
- Familiarity with consignment inventory, receiving and quality best practices.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications particularly with Excel.
- Ability to wear safety equipment such as, but not limited to safety shoes, safety glasses, hard hats, ear plugs and respirators.
- Ability to see and hear the visual and audio safety warnings in the plant.
- Ability to bend, stoop and stretch to perform tasks.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:- High School Diploma or equivalent required; College degree preferred.
- Minimum of 2-4 years’ experience in Procurement, Purchasing, Planning or Materials Management.
WHAT WE OFFER:Our company strives to be the Employer of Choice. Our generous benefits package includes:- Benefits on Day 1
- Medical/Dental/Vision with first-in-class vendors
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account (Medical and Dependent Care)
- Company Paid Benefits: Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- 4 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
- Vacation Benefits
- 401k with generous company match and additional employer annual contribution.
Please note the duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. - 19 Days Ago
Technical Buyer
- Blair Companies
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Altoona, PA
FULL_TIME
- TECHNICAL BUYER Do you enjoy purchasing within a manufacturing setting? Are you familiar with manufacturing procurement, have a technical background, and have strong negotiation skills? Are you seekin...
- 8 Days Ago
Buyer Assistant
- MAG Industries LTD
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Tyrone, PA
FULL_TIME
- MAG Industries Ltd. is a wholesale distributor & manufacturer of vape, tobacco, and hemp products, supplying thousands of smoke shops, convenience stores, and other retailers in over a dozen states. F...
- 12 Days Ago
Assistant Buyer
- Master Fast Track Training
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State College, PA
OTHER
- Overview As an Assistant Buyer, you'll discover that we've hired you to eventually run your own business. Our business skills training program allows you to make crucial business decisions in a surpri...
- 1 Month Ago
Backroom Associate
- Gabes
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Altoona, PA
FULL_TIME
- To see the full job description, please click the link below: Backroom Associate Part-Time Opportunities at Gabe’s Offer: Flexible Schedules Employee Discount and Assistance Program Fun, Casual Work E...
- 16 Days Ago
Merchandising Associate
- TJX Companies
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State College, PA
PART_TIME
- Style is never in short supply at our more than 500 HomeGoods stores and we are constantly on a mission to provide the little surprises and extra touches that make a house feel like home. Same with wo...
- 16 Days Ago
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CDL A Delivery Driver
- US Foods
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Altoona, PA
- ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE. Join Our Community ...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Local Delivery Driver - CDL A
- PepsiCo, Inc.
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Altoona, PA
- **Local Delivery Driver - CDL A** CAROUSEL_PARAGRAPH * Altoona, Pennsylvania * Delivery * 5000819744206 ** Share Job** *...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Local Delivery Driver - CDL A
- Pepsi Co
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Altoona, PA
- **Local Delivery Driver - CDL A** CAROUSEL_PARAGRAPH * Altoona, Pennsylvania * Delivery * 5000819744206 ** Share Job** *...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Delivery Driver (Non-CDL)
- Hajoca Corporation
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Altoona, PA
- Hajoca Corporation is one of the country's largest privately-held wholesale distributors of plumbing, heating & cooling,...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Truck Driver Casual Class A
- Ryder System
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ALTOONA, PA
- Position Description Immediate opening for a SOLO Class A CDL Truck Driver and we want the right Trucker to join us at R...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Transportation Construction Inspector/Supervisor
- Eads Group
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Altoona, PA
- Transportation Construction Inspector/Supervisor Altoona, PA Office Job Summary: The EADS Group, Inc. is accepting appli...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
CDL A Lease Purchase Truck Driver
- Haul
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Altoona, PA
- description CRST The Transportation Solution Inc. is one of the nation's largest transportation companies, providing tot...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Operations Supervisor
- Ward Transport & Logistics
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Altoona, PA
- Job Title: Operations Supervisor Advertising Title: Req #: 11952 Company: Ward Trucking, LLC Job Code: SVCTROPS Location...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Altoona, Pennsylvania
Altoona is a city in Blair County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is the principal city of the Altoona Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA). The population was 46,320 at the time of the 2010 Census, making it the eleventh most populous city in Pennsylvania. The Altoona MSA includes all of Blair County and was recorded as having a population of 127,089 at the 2010 Census, around 100,000 of whom live within a 5-mile (8.0 km) radius of the Altoona city center according to U.S. Census ZIP Code population data. This includes the adjacent boroughs of Hollidaysburg and Duncansville, adjacent township...
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Income Estimation for Associate Buyer jobs
$51,350 to $64,888
Altoona, Pennsylvania area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago
were up 1.5% from a year ago