Buyer

The Buyer is responsible providing total logistics support to the manufacturing operation to ensure that the manufacturing operation has sufficient components / raw materials necessary to meet the build schedule and achieve targets set forth in the supply chain scorecard. Additionally, this position leads and supports purchasing activities for non-production materials and services via MLS systems and manages daily activities of the stockroom. Unusual hours may be required.

* Creation of all functional process documentation
* Source purchased goods in line with company standards
* Ensure on-time delivery of in-bound and out-bound products.
* Drive cost reductions.

Key Accountabilities
* Management of component and resin procurements / communications to support Master production schedule
* Support inbound freight cost using Third Party Logistics provider, including support of internationals inbound freight
* Source purchased goods in line with company standards
* Manage and resolve supplier issues (cost, quality, delivery, etc.)
* Ensure on-time delivery of in-bound and out-bound products.
* Drive cost reductions

Qualifications:

* Requires a High School Diploma
* Associates and/or Bachelor's degree preferred in applied field of study.
* Minimum of 2 years experience in manufacturing environment with purchasing and supplier management skills.
* Intermediate to advanced knowledge of ERP Systems (MFGPro experience a plus)
* APICS certification and experience with OEM systems a plus
* Ability to train others - effective communicator.
* Must successfully complete all required training
* Must comply with all work rules, policies and procedures.
* Must comply with all safety rules and regulations
* Position requires walking, standing, and sitting. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs on a regular basis

* Manage component and resin procurements / communications to support Master production schedule
* Create supplier forecast and oversee all related planning parameters in ERP system
* Support supplier EDI processes
* Optimize component inventory levels
* Support inbound freight cost using third party logistics provider, including support of international inbound freight
* Ensure on-time delivery of products (inbound / outbound)
* Assist engineering change transition to minimize obsolescence, including assisting in new part and new suppliers management process. Routing instructions, packaging, procuring returnable dunage.
* Issue SNCR's to suppliers who are past due or any other issues with logistics
* Manage non-production suppliers
* Source purchased indirect materials, indirect services, and capital expenditures
* Support plan goals, (cost, quality, delivery, etc.)
* Manage and resolve supplier issues
* Support local buying functions: MRO/Stockroom, Plant Office Equipment and Contracts
* Drive Cost reductions / productivity
* Place purchase orders for non-production requirements
* Issue and receive parts
* Cycle counts

If you are a fit for this position, please apply online.

About Aerotek:

Aerotek, headquartered in Hanover, Md., is a leading provider of technical, professional and industrial staffing services. Established in 1983, Aerotek is an operating company of Allegis Group, the largest provider of staffing services in the U.S. Aerotek operates a network of more than 200 non-franchised offices throughout the U.S., Canada and Europe. For more information, visit .

Aerotek is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.