Beasley, TX, USA
30 days ago
Sr Buyer
Ensuring Chart’s Success…

REQUIREMENTS - MUST BE ABLE TO DO THE FOLLOWING:

 

Experience in developing supply chain management strategies required Creative thinker with strong analytical skills required Good negotiation skills required Strong understanding of contracts, contract requirements, and contract management required Systems skills (procurement related) required Solid interpersonal skills and strong communicator required Knowledge of steel/metal production process and markets preferred Understanding of international business and international sourcing process preferred Cross disciplinary experience is highly valued and preferred Bilingual (English/Spanish) is strongly preferred Knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures Ability to rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job Ability to work under immediate supervision Primary job functions may typically require exercising independent judgment Knowledge of JD Edwards or similar ERP system What Your Day-to-Day Activities Will Be…

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

Contribute in developing and implementing global supply chain management strategies Initiate RFQ after obtaining required approvals or MRP demands Identify and Develop vendors Maintain an accurate recordkeeping system and provide reports on various phases of activities Regularly communicate material issues that may impact Customer due dates with Customer Service, Project Managers and other team members. Monitor and manage stock materials/inventory Regularly attend team meetings to discuss project and order status and to identify and resolve issues that may impact the customer. Drive and implement recommendations enabling continuous improvement and cost reduction opportunities Manage the supplier relationship: Monitor performance Ensure proper invoicing Issue purchase orders, including revisions, and ensure fulfillment as contracted Review pricing and back order management Your Education Should Be…

Minimum Education: 

College degree preferred

Your Physical Work Environment Will Require…

INTERACTION:

Internal Departments/Customers - Operations, Proposals, Project Management, Engineering, etc.
Vendors – Supplier, Distributors, etc.
Accounts Payable when dealing with invoices
Shipping & Receiving


WORKING CONDITIONS:
Some Outdoor
Office Environment


REQUIRED PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) WHILE IN THE SHOPS:

Safety Glasses
Steel Toe Shoes
Ear Plugs
Safety Vest
Gloves (when needed)
Face Shield (when needed)


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Walking
Standing
Using hands
Bending
Lifting

Your Professional Experience Should Be… Ability to work to high level of accuracy and efficiency within a fast-paced engineered to order manufacturing environment. Identify and develop vendors Experience in developing supply chain management strategies required Participate in developing and implementing global supply chain management strategies Good negotiation skills required Strong understanding of contracts, contract requirements, and contract management required Knowledge of steel/metal production process and markets preferred Understanding of international business and international sourcing process preferred Coordinate processing of repairs and obtaining loaner equipment as needed, or requested Chart is an equal opportunity employer
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