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Buyer II
Generac
Oshkosh, KSA
Full Time
Mid
Onsite
4 weeks ago
PurchasingSupplier ManagementInventory ManagementSAPMicrosoft Office SuiteContract Negotiation
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About the Role
Generac is hiring a Buyer II for its new manufacturing facility in Oshkosh, WI. The role involves purchasing components, managing supplier relationships, and improving on-time delivery and cost reduction.
Key Skills for This Role
PurchasingSupplier ManagementInventory ManagementSAPMicrosoft Office SuiteContract Negotiation
Responsibilities
- Execute standard purchasing processes and strategies including procure to pay definition and optimization
- Purchase at the most favorable price consistent with quality, quantity, delivery and other factors
- Participate in the selection of vendor sources and determine acceptable price
- Plan and maintain optimal level of inventory using plan for every part (PFEP)
- Manage supplier on time delivery (OTD) performance and maintain system data integrity
- Proactively identify, communicate, and assist with resolving issues that delay material deliveries
- Support direction and strategies regarding supplier demand forecasting, supplier capacity planning, supply base inventory management
- Recommend cost saving proposals including make versus buy analysis, alternative sourcing, step pricing for volume discounts
- Coordinate engineering change order (ECO) activities with suppliers and internal support functions
- Work with Corporate Strategic Sourcing department to identify key and preferred suppliers
Requirements
- Associates Degree in related field OR equivalent experience
- 3 years of purchasing, planning or related experience in a manufacturing environment
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
- Effective contract negotiation skills
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Supply Chain Management preferred
- APICS Certification preferred
- Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) preferred
- Previous experience using SAP or equivalent ERP preferred
Full Job Posting
Overview
- We are seeking a Buyer to join the team at our brand new manufacturing facility in Oshkosh, WI!
- In the role of Buyer II you will be responsible for purchasing components and maintaining an open line of communication from a variety of suppliers as well as working cross functionally within the company.
Responsibilities
- Execute standard purchasing processes and strategies including procure to pay definition and optimization
- Incumbents at this level have the authority to purchase at the most favorable price consistent with quality, quantity, delivery and other factors, raw materials, equipment, machinery and/or supplies for the operation of the organization
- Participates in the selection of vendor sources and has considerable latitude in determining acceptable price
- Plan and maintain optimal level of inventory using plan for every part (PFEP)
- Manage supplier on time delivery (OTD) performance, maintain system data integrity and measure performance on related key indicators
- Proactively identify, communicate, and assist with resolving issues that delay material deliveries
- Support direction and strategies regarding supplier demand forecasting, supplier capacity planning, supply base inventory management, supplier replenishment and procurement transactions
- Recommend cost saving proposals including make versus buy analysis, alternative sourcing, step pricing for volume discounts, and vendor evaluation criteria
- Requisition major purchased items and coordinate timely processing of those parts finished outside the company
- Coordinate engineering change order (ECO) activities with suppliers and internal support functions
- Work with Corporate Strategic Sourcing department to identify key and preferred suppliers for key categories of spend
- Act as SAP Super User within functional area as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- Associates Degree in related field OR equivalent experience
- 3 years of purchasing, planning or related experience in a manufacturing environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Supply Chain Management
- Association for Operations Management (APICS) Certification
- Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM)
- Previous experience using SAP or equivalent ERP
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
- Effective and successful contract negotiation skills
- Strong project management and analytical skills including ability to problem solve, manage shifting deadlines and priorities in fast paced environment
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
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