Job Description
The Buyer is responsible for managing global supply chain and delivery of purchased product by ensuring that all goods are delivered on-time, of the highest quality level, and at the most competitive rate. Our Procurement team is proud of their contributions to support business goals while ensuring the uninterrupted development and manufacturing of high-tech products for key industries.
PERKS & BENEFITS:
- PAY RANGE: $61,000-$75,000/YR
- HYBRID: 3 days onsite, 2 days remote AFTER orientation period (usually 90 days or less if they demonstrate competency).
- A tenured employer! Many employees have worked here for 10, 20, 30, 40, even 50 years and still love their jobs!
- CLIMATE CONTROLLED, SAFE, CLEAN, ORGANIZED FACILITY throughout
- Secure, established and growing company
- Guaranteed Wage Progression Program, starting at 6 months once converted to company payroll
- Relaxed Atmosphere
- Friendly compassionate Management
- OUTSTANDING employee recognition programs
- A company that would put their culture and benefits up against any other employer!
- Frequent employee Food parties, employee recognition celebrations, company picnics and more!
- Direct Hire (not temp) position
OUTSTANDING Full Benefits Program:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Medical Opt Out $2,000 Annual Stipend
- Charitable Giving Company Match
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Company Paid Disability Insurance
- Flexible Spending - Medical & Dependent Care
- PTO - vacation, sick, holiday
- Vacation cash out program
- Education Assistance up to $5,250 per year!
- 401K with 3.5% company match
- Associate Assistance Program
- Associate Referral Bonus
- 2 Days of Paid Time off to Volunteer for Community/Non-Profit of choice.
Responsibilities:
- Support the development and implementation of direct materials strategy by aggressively managing direct commodities.
- Responsible for timely planning of raw materials including forecast communications to suppliers.
- Prepare Purchase Orders and Request for Quotes, solicit bid proposals and review requisitions.
- Drive supply base performance improvement by supporting the development and implementation of strategies to improve supply base on time delivery, reduce supplier lead times, optimize lot sizes and effectively manage overall procured components.
- Problem solve supply gaps impacting manufacturing schedule achievement and/or customer part fulfillment by identifying alternate supply sources, scheduling changes, and/or facilitating expediting activities with supply base.
- Evaluate supplier performance, communicate results, develop and implement strategies and tactics for improvement.
Qualifications:
- A minimum two-year degree in Business, Supply Chain or related field. Three years? experience in procurement. Or a combination of education and experience.
- Background in purchasing for Manufacturing
- Understanding of Supply Chain dynamics, including Operations, Procurement and Logistics and ERP.
- Must be a US Citizen
Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, and an incentive and recognition program (all benefits are based on eligibility).
key responsibilities
Support the development and implementation of direct materials strategy by aggressively managing direct commodities.Responsible for timely planning of raw materials including forecast communications to suppliers.Prepare Purchase Orders and Request for Quotes, solicit bid proposals and review requisitions.Drive supply base performance improvement by supporting the development and implementation of strategies to improve supply base on time delivery, reduce supplier lead times, optimize lot sizes and effectively manage overall procured components.Problem solve supply gaps impacting manufacturing schedule achievement and/or customer part fulfillment by identifying alternate supply sources, scheduling changes, and/or facilitating expediting activities with supply base.Evaluate supplier performance, communicate results, develop and implement strategies and tactics for improvement.
experience
1-4 years
skills
Proven Work History
education
Associate Spherion
Job Tags
Holiday work, Permanent employment, Temporary work, Work experience placement, Immediate start, Flexible hours,