Location: Chester,VA, USA
Condair Group, founded in 1948 and based in Switzerland is the global leader in humidification, dehumidification and evaporative cooling. Supported by science, we engineer individual, holistic solutions that customers can trust through the entire lifecycle. With optimal humidity, we increase productivity and create healthier built environments. Condair Group has production sites in Europe, North America and China, its own sales and service organizations in 23 countries, and representatives in 50 locations worldwide.
As we expand into the greater Richmond, Virginia region we will be seeking motivated, skilled people to join our team. Come enhance your career today!
Purpose of Role
We're on the search for our newest Plant Buyer! As a Plant Buyer, you will be responsible for the purchasing and inventory management goals of predetermined product lines within an ERP environment. Demonstrates a solid understanding of key business areas affecting the supply chain and has an understanding of how their work impacts cross-functional groups.
Requirements, Key Duties and Responsibilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Responsible for managing the purchase of direct and indirect materials, supplies, equipment, and services for the new Condair production site in Richmond, Virginia, United States
Participate in local sourcing projects of the corporate strategic procurement team in the US
Deal with materials purchasing issues with a high level of complexity
Ensure the accurate and timely processing of all activities related to purchasing materials
Monitor and report supplier performance, with respect to operational performance
Work in a team environment with manufacturing, production planning, quality, strategic procurement and suppliers to ensure timely delivery and uninterrupted and smooth flow of material
Assist with report preparation, data collection and spreadsheet generation, analyse and proposals for business improvements
Document and notify all concerned parties regarding shortages, delivery and related issues
Timely process of Purchase requisitions, expedite/de-expedite of Purchase orders, monitor on-time deliveries
Adhere to Condair's Quality Assurance System
Strong product knowledge
Aware of and maintaining business revenue targets
Inventory management: calculate Safety Stocks and Reorder points, Improve Inventory Turns, Days Inventory Held Targets by using ABC/ XYZ Techniques
Identification and management of slow moving goods
Set up Kanban system for selected categories of items
Discovery and cost out supply related inefficiencies both internal and external
Understanding of suppliers obligations for contract related goods
Other duties as assigned by Management
Qualifications:
Benefits:
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Long-term disability insurance
Short-term disability insurance
Life insurance/AD&D
401K
Paid vacation
Paid sick leave
Personal Characteristics
TeamworkBalances team and individual responsibilities
Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views
Gives and welcomes feedback
Offers to help others to achieve common goals
Exhibits a drive to do all work required to achieve success
Aims to do the right thing without being told
Works with integrity and strong morals/ethics
Approaches others in a tactful manner
Reacts well under pressure and follows through on commitments
Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their position
Accepts responsibility for own actions and asks for help when needed
Observes safety and security procedures
Uses equipment and materials properly and as instructed
Is consistently at work and on time and completes work in a timely manner
Able to deal with change, delays, and unexpected events
No Unauthorized Referrals from Recruiters & Vendors
We are an equal opportunity employer.
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