Buyer II

Job Description
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps.
As a Buyer II you will be responsible for performance improvement of specific purchased materials, equipment and/or services that support FM business goals and objectives rewarding price control/cost reductions, delivery performance, service, and quality expectations. Comply with policies and procedures to ensure appropriate internal controls are followed in compliance with government regulations. The most successful candidate will have a demonstrated history of multi-taskings in a face paced environment which requires a high degree of self-motivation, problem solving and independent thinking.
Principle Duties and Responsibilities
Generate and execute compliant purchase orders, based on approved requisitions, request for proposals , bids and other similar and necessary documents related to the purchasing of commodities or subcontract items.
Perform a variety of general tactical duties as required to support purchasing activities.
Ensure FM policies and procedures for controls are followed to assure compliance with regulatory requirements.
Manage supplier issues which include invoices, NCRs and cert holds from assigned suppliers.
Serve as the primary contact between company personnel and assigned suppliers.
Initiate and follow through on supplier changes(ECN)
Maintain sound professional relationships with suppliers. Resolve issues which include pricing, quality, timing, claims, contract disputes, etc. associated with terms and conditions of service.
Contact suppliers to obtain price and delivery data; select suppliers, taking into consideration price , delivery, quality, and past performance.
Correspond with suppliers on shortages, defects, clarification of quotations, substitutions, etc.
Support, communicate and defend the mission, values, and culture of the company
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
BS in Supply Chain or equivalent experience in a related field.
Minimum 5 years proven procurement experience in a manufacturing environment
Proven ability to effectively interact with multi-functional areas (Sales, Manufacturing, Finance, Supply Chain, IT)
Strong organizational skills and have demonstrated excellent communication (verbal/written? And customer relations skills.
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office software and MRP systems with Oracle ERP system a plus.
Ability to read and interpret manufacturing drawings and blueprints including military specs
Lean manufacturing implementation skills a plus
Demonstrated negotiating skills
Knowledge of price and cost analysis
Travel: 10% both domestic and international