Buyer

Description Want to work for the world’s leader in play design and equipment manufacturing? Buyer needed for our Monett, Missouri location.
We are seeking to add a motivated, knowledgeable, self-starter with a positive attitude to join our team as a Buyer in the Monett, MO area.
The position requires procuring a wide variety of raw materials, equipment, components and services consistent with specified levels of quality, delivery, price and total cost.
Ensure that all purchase orders are managed, documented and administered in compliance with the company procedures and policies.
The person works as a team member and, while there are no direct reports, is a leader within the operations group; striving to meet and exceed external and internal customer expectations, and committing to continuous improvement across operations and the supply chain.
It is both a strategic and tactical position.
Essential Job Results: 1.
DRIVES EFFECTIVE AND EFFICIENT PROCURMENT PROCESSES Utilizes MRP system for planned orders and requisitions to release purchase orders for assigned commodities or spend category electronically with approved suppliers in a timely manner.
Buyer/Planner will be responsible for the assigned commodity or spend category across all Process Equipment plants.
Monitor vendor performance utilizing various reports to identify on time delivery of purchase orders.
2.
INITIATES AND SUSTAINS SUPPLIER CONFORMANCE Supports changes in Supply / Demand by managing purchase orders with vendors including; expediting shortages, past due purchase orders, executing cancelations and reschedules.
Evaluates suppliers for performance, quality, and cost.
Support Global Sourcing deflation initiatives by executing vendor and contract changes.
Negotiates pricing with suppliers and establish relationships to ensure quality product and timely delivery at the best price.
Ensures that all procurements are made, negotiated, managed, documented and administered in compliance with departmental, company.
3.
DRIVES AND MAINTAINS DATA INTEGRITY Maintains systems data including; vendor contacts information, pricing, lead-time, sourcing rules, MOQ's and other information required for proper MRP logistics.
4.
STRONG COMMUNICATOR AND CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate across business units, departments, and various levels of management.
Communicates delivery and/or product issues to prevent delays on the production floor.
Supports (being a part of and / or leading) continuous improvement initiatives.
5.
ETHICS AND ACCURACY Maintains high ethics in relations between Company and all suppliers.
Performs all steps in procurement process with extreme accuracy and care to avoid economic loss or expensive downtime of manufacturing processes.
Job Requirements: Bachelor's degree in a related field and minimum of 5 years purchasing experience in systems based environment preferred.
(Oracle, SAP, Syteline, etc.
).
Requires an excellent working knowledge of ERP systems and MRP procurement processes.
Strong knowledge of MS Office/ proficient in Excel and comprehensive computer skills required.
Strong Negotiation skills.
Complete knowledge of all aspects of Purchasing including but not limited to : source selection, price/cost analysis, negotiation, purchase justification and documentation.
APICS certification a plus.
Must be highly detailed and able to work multiple task independently with little direct supervision in a fast-paced environment.
Requires excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Understanding of Purchasing Law as it applies to the purchasing function.
Working Conditions: Normal office environment or may be exposed to noise if working in a production area.
No phone inquiries please.
PlayPower offers a competitive benefits package including, but not limited to, paid time off, health insurance and 401(K) for full-time positions.
Qualified candidates only.
Please apply through our website at www.
playpower.
com and click on careers.
Although we appreciate all interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Reference checks and pre-employment drug testing will be conducted.
PlayPower is an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other trait protected by law.