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Lead Buyer

Clearfield Talent

Location: United States, Owensboro, Kentucky 42303
Type: Permanent, Non-Remote
Posted on: May 5, 2021
This job is no longer available from the source.
Type: Permanent
Experience: Experienced Professional (Non-Manager)
Education: Bachelor's Degree
Category: Purchasing
Industry: Manufacturing & Dist / Other
Company: Clearfield Talent
Salary: $65,000 to $75,000
Reference ID: LSUB6f
Date Posted: 05/05/2021
Shortcut: http://jobs.mrinetwork.com/EWA9ip
Purchasing-Buyer
Opportunity
Are you an individual with purchasing or buyer experience in an industrial manufacturing environment that is looking for a new opportunity? If you answered yes to these questions, you will want to explore this exciting position located near Owensboro, KY.
Company Information
Our client is a worldwide company that is over 100-years old and is a global leader in the production of bauxite, alumina and aluminum used in a wide variety of products and applications from packaging, building materials, aerospace, automotive and many others.
Job Description
In this position, you will be expected to review production schedules and place orders with suppliers to meet production requirements. Some more specific requirements include the following:
• Manage inventory, inventory turns and item master data in the MRP system for purchased parts.
• Manage suppliers and obtain quotes, negotiate pricing, expedite orders and resolve supplier issues.
• Review material requirements within Mapics for purchases. This includes maintaining the master data, lead-times and supplier information within the MAPICSD database.
• Initiates and maintains blanket orders, releases and single purchases.
• Manages Kanbans based on established parameters.
• Works with engineering to determine potential cost savings.
• Supports engineering for new product development.
Job Qualifications
The successful candidate will have the following personal traits and/or job responsibilities:
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
• Minimum of 3-years as a Buyer/Purchasing Agent in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of MAPCIS and SAP experience is a huge plus.
• Strong computer skills with MRP systems and Microsoft Office with emphasis on Excel.
Compensation and Benefits
The compensation for this position is between $65,000 to $75,000. For a highly qualified candidate, my client will pay a higher base salary. The benefit program is a very complete package and the company offers a 401K match for all employees. Relocation assistance is available for this position.
If you are interested in this opportunity, and you have the experience and meet the job qualifications, please apply online at www.ClearfieldTalent.com and click on Current Positions and click on job # 0521-0203 click Apply and follow instructions. If you meet the qualifications that the client seeks, you should receive a response within 48 hours.
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