Merchandise Buyer jobs in Dundalk, MD

Description

Position Summary

Responsible for planning and placing purchase orders according to forecast and actual demand within the ERP system

Specific Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Utilize the ERP system to release purchase orders to pre-selected, approved suppliers, ensuring delivery as needed
• Manage inbound container and truckload shipments, maximizing shipments to ensure the most cost-effective method of transportation
• Update/Maintain the system, ensuring current supplier information on lead-time, pricing, and contacts
• Work with Demand Planning and Sales to monitor customer forecasts and recommend changes
• Develop proactive working relationships with outside suppliers and consultants as well as intergroup companies within the ASSA ABLOY organization
• Assist and participate in continuous improvement activities. This may include collaboration with both internal and external resources
• Work with Engineering on set-up of new products
• Work with Quality and Engineering on supplier quality issues

Qualifications

• Min. 3 years’ experience in procurement, including global procurement, freight, logistics and customs
• Understanding of purchasing policies, procedures, contracts and forecasting
• High level of business acumen
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• MRP/ERP system experience
• Proficiency with MS Office applications
• Limited travel within North America