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Buyer

Marvel Refrigeration • Greenville, MI • 3d ago

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Now Hiring

Buyer

Location: Greenville, Michigan

Reports to: Director of Materials

Composition Brands, renowned leaders in premium refrigeration and ice products, is seeking a detail-oriented and results-driven Buyer to support our growing supply chain and procurement operations. This role is vital in ensuring the timely sourcing and procurement of high-quality materials and components while optimizing costs and maintaining strong supplier relationships to support our manufacturing operations.

As a Buyer, you will play a crucial role in maintaining our reputation for quality and excellence. You will collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams to execute purchasing strategies, manage inventory requirements, and ensure materials are delivered on time and meet quality standards. Through your analytical skills, attention to detail, and commitment to continuous improvement, you will help drive operational efficiency and support the success of our innovative product lines.

Perks you can expect from us:

A competitive benefits package including 401(k) matching.

Company provided life insurance, short and long-term disability insurance.

Paid time off at start

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral program.

Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position. General hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00a.m. -4:30 p.m.

Position Overview:

Under the direction of the Director of Materials, the Buyer reviews material requirements for actual and forecasted sales, and plans and purchases the highest quality materials, parts, and components, etc. at the most cost-effective pricing while meeting delivery requirements. The Buyer analyzes material requirements to determine inventory levels and when materials will be needed, in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Maintains a supplier base that supports company objectives regarding quality, cost, and production requirements, in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Responsibilities:

Maintain proper inventory levels to support fast paced assembly line atmosphere and perform inventory analysis utilizing MRP.

Run ERP status reports and analyze for adequate levels of materials to meet projected production needs.

Identify potential supply chain risks and report to management.

Create and purchase orders and/or blanket orders for needed materials to meet production requirements, expedite orders as needed.

Coordinates with suppliers to ensure on time delivery of materials.

Communicates regularly with suppliers to understand any constraints or disruptions in the delivery of materials.

Updates maintains purchase orders in the ERP, communicating any delays in delivery.

Review all purchase or MRP requisitions and order, accordingly, ensuring the purchase of the highest quality materials, parts, components, or services at the most cost-effective pricing, while meeting delivery requirements.

Researches, analyzes, and forecasts current and future buying trends, markets, styles, and products, with attention to specified target market and demographics.

Work with freight carriers to ensure timely delivery.

Coordinate and resolve receiving issues and vendor returns.

Help identify and assist with implementing cost reduction projects.

Collaborate with other departments including engineering, marketing, and quality assurance on ECNs.

Will work closely with warehouse and accounting groups on inventory projects.

Utilize ERP, Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and other IT systems effectively.

Assist management with creating/ updating purchasing processes and procedures.

Coordinate with suppliers for materials and parts, ensuring the ability to meet production requirements and quality standards.

Record supplier non-conformances in the central database and follow appropriate corrective actions per departmental procedures. Discuss and/or share results with key suppliers on a regular basis.

Participate on cross-functional teams to ensure continuous, on-going improvement of processes, methods, productivity, and quality, while reducing costs

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's degree in business or supply chain or equivalent work experience.

Experience: Five years' of purchasing and sourcing experience, international purchasing background

Other Requirements:

Ability to communicate effectively by telephone, in person and through written communications.

Ability to work in a fast paced, demanding environment.

Must be proactive and demonstrate a sense of urgency.

Strong negotiation skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (especially Excel)

Must demonstrate ability to utilize ERP and MRP effectively.

Ability to work shifts and hours mandated by management and to pass a drug screen.

Working Conditions:

Office based.

8-hour shifts

Monday- Friday

Salary Description

$75,000-$90,000

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