Buyer Iv

**Position Summary**:
Responsible to insure materials, services, and supplies used in the Facility are procured at competitive pricing and that quality/quantities are appropriate. This may include obtaining price quotes, specifications and other information required for purchasing decisions. May also include supplier performance tracking and reporting. Locates, recommends and supports implementation of alternative supply in line with requirements.

**Essential Functions**:

- Prepares PO’s per requirements of MRP/requisitions and monitors delivery of product against PO’s
- Coordinates the return of damaged goods, replacement items, or credit arrangements.
- Arrange for vendor corrective action and work with SQE and supplier to improve quality.
- Plan and schedule deliveries to optimize inventories in support of production schedules, work with suppliers to maintain supplies to minimize shortages of supplies
- Create and maintain mutually beneficial long-term partnerships with suppliers to foster feedback and continuous improvement. This includes driving continuous improvements with the supplier base.
- Monitor Supplier Performance/Communicate and Take Action to Maintain High Level of Supplier Performance
- Sourcing/quoting requirements for goods and services required to support the division objectives.
- Materials filing and administrative support
- Maintain and update Supplier Data base (ASL) as required
- Supplier evaluation and management
- Materials support for new R&D projects
- Maintain inventory levels based on forecast
- Work with inventory control to resolve issues
- Special projects intended to reduce cost, increase efficiency, etc
- Other duties as assigned

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor’s Degree in related Business field or equivalent (Supply Chain, Finance, Business Admin, etc.) is required.
- Advanced English command (able to read, write and speak).
- 6+ years of experience in a Materials/Procurement environment
- Advanced computer skills in a Windows based environment.
- Understanding of MRP, purchasing, and production principles.