Buyer 1 at Creation Technologies

Its fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what theyre doing!Were committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.The Buyer 1 role performs purchasing activities in support of production and companys operation requirements at the functional or business unit (BU) level. This role works with BU Planning Team and/or Director of Supply Chain in managing procurement related deliverables as per company standard practice to support customer materials and our internal Supply Chain metrics. Success in the role includes a positive and proactive approach to ensure continuity and quality of materials maintain inventory at planned levels and monitor cost. Also demonstrates strong communication and organizational skills.DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES include but not limited to:Collaborate with the regional & site customer focus team(s) to support customer material and business needs.Send Purchase Order Action (POA) reports to suppliers and manage PO Actions in weekly basisGenerate and manage ERP purchase order releases for production and new product launchMonitor track and provide feedback to accurately communicate the PO Status to CFT (Customer Focus Team)Maintain and set up parts in ERP as needed (Preferred supplier Prime MPN MOQ/MPQ Leadtime NCNR)Work with Materials Planner to obtain customer authorization on pricing NCNR premium freight and materials liabilitySource for material shortages to reduce delivery impact yet minimizing unfavorable PPV/CMP & excess inventoryManage material escalations with Commodity Management and suppliersManage Material Review Board (MRB) items related to quality receiving issues ECO and NCR including returns to suppliersExecute contract changesExecute PFEP (Plan for Every Part)/VMI (Vendor Managed Inventory) changes recommended by Program Leader/Supply Chain LeaderAdhere to supplier approval and review processesManagement and maintenance of Suppliers with activities related to selection forecasting monitoring performance and supplier corrective actionsDrive cost reduction and supplier negotiations for items not owned by commodity managementCollaborate with Materials Planner on inventory reduction plansWork with Finance/Supplier/Commodity Manager to resolve invoice issuesEscalate to Finance on credit holds and payment terms issues as it applies to supplier deliveries and invoicesMay perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the ManagerQUALIFICATIONS:Bachelors degree in operations Inventory or Purchasing Management or equivalent combination of educational and work experienceMinimum of 1 year of experience in Supply Chain is Proficient English business communications skills both written and verbalProficiency in operating a computer including using a Windows based operating systems and related softwareIntermediate to advanced knowledge of MS Office including Excel (v-lookups data filters pivot tables etc.)Excellent organizational and administrative skillsSelf-motivated team player able to work well under pressureDemonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and responsibilitiesWORKING ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS:Physical and/or Mental DemandsWhile performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger handle or feel office equipment objects tools or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand walk; reach with hands and arms; and occasionally stoop kneel crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision color vision and identification peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential and non-essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Working ConditionsThe working environment is generally clean; however this position may be exposed to occasional dust metals/solder occasional exposure to high noise levels from operating machines or physical hazards from moving equipment and machine parts. The employee must wear designated PPE where . Otherwise office/business casual attire is appropriate.In compliance with pay transparency requirements the anticipated starting pay for new hires for this position is between $60500-$73000 per year. Full-time employees are also eligible for performance based bonuses and benefits. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary as a final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience education location and shift. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on the date of hire schedule type and hours worked.If you like wild growth and working with happy enthusiastic over-achievers youll enjoy your career with us!Creation Technologies is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex gender identity sexual orientation race color religion national origin disability protected Veteran status age or any other characteristic protected by law.If you require any accommodations to complete the application process or need the job posting in an alternative format please email You will be connected with our Talent Acquisition team.If you are contacted regarding the position please inform our Talent Acquisition team of any accommodations you may need during the recruiting process. All information related to accommodation requests will be handled confidentially.Canada: Title for the position will be in accordance with applicable national and local laws. Key Skills Account Management,Execution,Insurance Management,Import & Export,Catering Operations,Building Electrician Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Yearly Salary Salary: 60500 - 73000