Raw Materials Buyer at First Quality

We are seeking a Raw Materials Buyer for our First Quality located in Lewistown PA. This position will be responsible for supporting the manufacturing operation by purchasing diversified commodities on a competitive basis without sacrificing quality.Primary responsibilities include:Generates and communicates raw material purchase orders to suppliers based on MRP requirements issued by PlanningExpedites delivery of raw material orders follows-up on back orders and coordinates with the warehouse on receipt of materialsInitiates the Purchasing Info Records within our ERP system for new materials; working with raw material suppliers to confirm pricing lead time and order quantitiesSupports the Quality Department by coordinating with suppliers on raw material non-conformities developing Supplier Scorecards issuing and tracking receipt of Annual Quality Change Notification Documents conducting Supplier Audits and filing/tracking appropriate Quality Certifications of suppliersWorks with Accounts Payable to verify invoice discrepancies related to either quantity or priceFollows all GMP FDA and ISO regulations and guidelinesObserves all safety rules and uses the proper PPEThe ideal candidate should possess the following:Bachelors Degree in Business Administration or equivalent.Preferred prior work experience in a procurement role within a manufacturing environmentStrong written and verbal communication skillsSolid background with Microsoft Office (Excel Outlook Word PowerPoint etc.).Strong experience with ERP Systems (preferably SAP or JD Edwards / Peoplesoft).What We Offer YouWe believe that by continuously improving the quality of our benefits we can help to raise the quality of life for our team members and their families. At First Quality you will receive:Competitive base salary and bonus opportunitiesPaid time off (three-week minimum)Medical dental and vision starting day one401(k) with employer matchPaid parental leaveChild and family care assistance (dependent care FSA with employer match up to $2500)Bundle of joy benefit (years worth of free diapers to all team members with a new baby)Tuition assistanceWellness program with savings of up to $4000 per year on insurance premiums...and more!First Quality is committed to protecting information under the care of First Quality Enterprises commensurate with leading industry standards and applicable regulations. As such First Quality provides at least annual training regarding data privacy and security to employees who as a result of their role specifications may come in to contact with sensitive data.First Quality is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability sexual orientation gender identification or protected Veteran status. Key Skills Editorial,Environment,Access Control System,Imaging,Fun,Health And Safety Management Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1