Location: Canton,OH, USA
Senior Buyer
Union Metal Industries Corporation (UMIC) is currently seeking a motivated, experienced Senior Buyer to join our team. This individual will purchase materials and services, obtaining maximum value in terms of price, quality, and service. This position will plan material purchases and flow to ensure minimum investment while supporting the productivity and throughput goals of the business. The Senior Buyer reports into the Strategic Sourcing Manager and works closely with the Production, Sales, and Engineering teams to manage toward identified metrics.
Responsibilities:
* Develop and oversee the implementation of purchasing strategies for major commodities
* Develop plans to optimize inventory investment
* Manage Suppliers to attain material requirements with production schedules and customer requirements
* Recommend changes in inventory levels based on trends and changes in product mix
* Source, cultivate, and maintain relationships with quality material suppliers and service providers to support plant productivity and revenue goals
* Manage to on-time-performance metrics for external vendors
* Manage supplier-quality initiatives and metrics
* Negotiate with vendors to obtain the maximum value in terms of price, quality and service
* Partner with Engineering and Sales during new product design by quoting material cost and other related activities
Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in related field preferred
* Minimum three (3) years of experience in supply chain management, purchasing/materials or related function
* Knowledge of business law, purchasing management, financial transactions, sub-contracting, steel market, grades of steel, ASTM specifications, hot dip galvanizing, painting, powder coating, machining, welding, fabrication, structural hardware, aluminum, steel and iron castings preferred
* Strong understanding of the market conditions and trends
* Working knowledge of negotiation techniques in the industry
* Exceptional interpersonal and social skills to build a good rapport
* Positive and professional demeanor
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Limitations and Disclaimer
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. This is a Salary Exempt Position.