Associate Buyer

KPS Global, LLC • Fort Worth, TX • 4h ago

KPS Global® is the largest provider of insulated panel systems for custom walk-ins to the convenience store, supermarket and warehouse club markets. We also manufacture custom enclosures for controlled environments for the scientific and industrial markets.

Setting the industry standard for more than 75 years, with knowledgeable experts who work with customers to develop custom cold storage solutions for a wide range of industries including food retail, industrial and scientific markets.

KPSG is headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas with five manufacturing locations in Fort Worth, TX; Piney Flats, TN; Conyers, GA, San Dimas, CA and Goodyear, AZ.

KPS Global believes in people who drive positive change. We value outstanding people who are deeply committed to providing innovative, high-quality service to customers from coast to coast. As a member of the KPSG team, you will be part of an exciting and modern company culture where you will enjoy professional growth and benefit from an environment where creativity, innovation and hard work are rewarded.

KPS Global is a privately held company, owned by the Viessmann Generations Group, with more than 850 employees.

Performs purchasing function for a single location to support the internal panel business, project business, and provide overall customer support in conjunction with the overall organizational goals.

Responsibilities

Position responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

Places purchase orders for materials used in the production of panels and doors and various production supplies. Coordinates the delivery of these materials to the internal KPS plant. Maintains accurate records, notes, and transaction details via computer system. Provides direct assistance as required to the SC Sr Leadership. Coordinates purchases with Service, Installations, and Scheduling departments as needed. Develops stocking levels and ordering plans for commodities as identified by SC Leadership for responsible facility. Supports reporting systems such that effective and timely communications are maintained to management, project associates, inter-company department staff, and external customers. Consistently tracks and status of open purchase orders. Maintains inventory adequate to meet production demands while reducing waste. Monitors and tracks incoming shipments. Takes immediate corrective action on schedule conflicts or delays with respect to purchased materials and KPS product being built, shipped, and delivered to the customer. Handles all returned goods due to non-use, damage of all kinds, mis-shipments, and exchanges. When required will assist with the accounting ramifications of returned goods. Fulfill the financial control and risk management responsibilities inherent in the position. Conduct yourself in accordance with the Company code of ethics policy at all times

Required Skills

Required Skills, Experience, Education & Certifications

Items listed are required unless "preferred" is indicated

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related OTJ experience is preferred 0-3 + years of experience in a buyer and/or materials control role Proven ability to take initiative, demonstrate a sense of urgency and intellectual curiosity, and identify opportunities for business growth and improvement Strong organizational skills and an ability to prioritize effectively and remain detail oriented while managing multiple projects simultaneously Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

Required Experience

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