Role Summary: Under direct supervision, responsible for the procurement of assigned materials to support inventory strategies and working capital objectives. Acts as backup to other Planner/ Buyers and Special Linings and Coatings Coordinator.
As for all employee, this individual is expected to demonstrate our core values: customer commitment, high-performance culture, fleet of foot, innovation, accountability, integrity, respect for others and teamwork.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Identifies finished goods product needs through use of various business systems. Replenishes inventory by issuing purchase orders or stock transfer orders. Procures product from approved suppliers in accordance with previously negotiated prices, terms and proportions of business.
- Assists the Demand Planner and the Director of IBP in determining product to be stocked and corresponding min/max levels. Insures that proper inventory levels are maintained at all times.
- Maintains relationships with plant schedulers and key suppliers. Identifies and resolves any order, inventory or pricing issues.
- Works with Transportation department to minimize freight cost by selecting the lowest cost ordering and shipping methods that meet customer service objectives.
- Works with Customer Service to help address material availability and customer questions / concerns.
- Assists in physical inventories. Identifies and tracks obsolete product and recommends best disposition.
- Coordinates with Special Projects on sourcing decisions and timing of jobs to meet customer job requirements.
Performs other duties as assigned.
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