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Location:

8162 S Priest Dr, Tempe, Arizona 85284 United States of America

Position: Mid-Level Buyer

** Please note this is not a work from home position. **

U-Haul is seeking a Mid-Level Buyer at our Technical Center in Tempe, AZ. The Buyeris person will be responsible for interviewing vendors, obtaining competitive bids for major purchases, negotiating with vendors on price, quality, service and delivery as required by U-Haul, and as well as awarding contracts. The Buyer will  also consult on quality control and coordinate with the Supplier and internal stakeholders on product deficiency situationsnon-conforming product and negotiate disposition.,  They will expedite critical items as necessary., and furnish lead time advice. Work is of a complex nature involvingThis role requires a considerable amount of initiative, analytical work, and a high level of independent judgment. Other related duties tasks will be assigned as required within the Purchasing Department.

Daily duties entail include creating Purchase Orders, expediting orders, and following through from procure to payment. The Buyer will Working with Engineering, R&D, technical teams and other departments, and program managers to develop and source products. They will communicate with field operations, and all levels of management. They will review opportunities for continuous improvement, cost reduction, and strategic sourcing tactics. Procurement is based on Purchase Requisitions and MRP settings, in support of production, repair and special projects.

Responsibilities:

Execute purchase orders 30%Distribute RFQ's/RFP's 20%Expedite material/update/communicate procurement status 25%Participate in supplier development and cost reduction activities 15%Reconcile payment errors 5%Travel required: less than 5%

Required Skills/Experience:

2+ years of experience in Supply Chain ManagementFamiliar Experience with computerized purchasing systemsERP systemsExcellent communication and negotiation skillsManufacturing or Production buying experience desiredFamiliar with, or the ability to read blueprints/drawingsProficient with ExcelSelf-starter

Desired Skills/Experience:

•Manufacturing or Production buying experienceSAP experienceSelf-starterProficient with Excel

Education/Training:

Degree in Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Materials Management, or the equivalent in work experience.Must have two years of purchasing experience

U-Haul Offers:

Full Medical coverage

Prescription plans

Dental & Vision Plans

New indoor fitness gym

Gym Reimbursement Program

Registered Dietitian Program

Weight Watchers

Onsite medical clinic for you and your family

Career stability

Opportunities for advancement

Valuable on-the-job training

Tuition reimbursement program

Free online courses for personal and professional development at U-Haul University®

Business and travel insurance

You Matter Employee Assistance Program

Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) Savings Plan

Life insurance

Critical Illness/Group Accident

24-hour physician available for kids

MetLaw Legal program

MetLife auto and home insurance

Mindset App Program

Discounts on cell phone plans, hotels, and more

LifeLock Identity Theft

Savvy consumer wellness programs - from health care tips to financial wellness

Dave Ramsey’s SmartDollar Program

U-Haul Federal Credit Union

Wellness Program

U-Haul is an equal opportunity employer. All applications for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, provincial, state, or local law. Individual accommodations are available on requests for applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Information obtained during this process will only be shared on a need to know basis.