Merchandise Buyer jobs in Great Falls, MT

Essential Duties & Activities:

• R&D/NPI Supply Chain Management: Manage rev control and order release through development cycle. Coordinate with Engineering and Production to ensure requirements are met and material is available for production release. 

• Strategic Sourcing: Work with team to implement strategic sourcing initiatives to identify cost-effective suppliers and optimize procurement processes.
• Supplier Management: Cultivate and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure cost, quality, delivery and cash flow initiatives are achieved.
• Contract Negotiation: Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing agreements with suppliers to achieve cost savings and mitigate risks.
• Procurement Planning: Collaborate with stakeholders to forecast demand, plan procurement activities, and ensure timely acquisition of materials and services.
• Purchase Order Management: Create, review, and manage purchase orders to ensure accuracy and compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
• Cost Analysis: Conduct cost analysis and market research to identify cost-saving opportunities and drive continuous improvement in procurement practices.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks in the supply chain and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring business continuity.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, company policies, and ethical standards in all procurement activities.
• Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels and work closely with Materials Coordinator to optimize inventory turnover, set safety stock levels and minimize carrying costs.
• Supplier Performance Evaluation: Evaluate supplier performance based on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as quality and on time delivery, and take corrective actions as needed.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Finance, Operations, and Engineering, to align procurement activities with organizational goals and objectives.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in procurement operations.
• Training and Development: Mentor and cross-train team members to develop their skills and capabilities in procurement.

Required Qualifications:

• Strong negotiation skills and ability to drive cost savings through strategic sourcing and supplier management.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
• Experience in procurement software and ERP systems, or ability to quickly pick-up and adapt to new software and systems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex procurement projects and achieving results.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management.
• Certification in procurement or supply chain management (e.g., CPSM, CSCP).
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and ability to mentor and develop team members.
• Proficiency procurement software and ERP systems.
• Knowledge of contract law, contract negotiation principles, and contract management practices.

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* Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.