Buyer

Job Description:
Proactively manage the performance of raw material suppliers, to ensure the
Material Requirement Plan can be realized. Ensure relevant Procurement
Master Data is available and maintained in SAP so the Material Requirements
Plan (MRP) can be calculated reliably and the PO creation process can be as
effective as possible. Support the category manager and strategic buyers to
implement their supply strategies. Cooperate closely with Accounts Payable to
resolve invoice queries.

Responsibilities:
Monitor & track supplier performance and feedback to strategic buyers and/or category managers
Support the implementation of supplier changes and other initiatives ledby Central Category managers and Site Strategic Buyers
Collaborate with the broader procurement team to ensure all relevant material & vendor master data and outline agreements are available in SAP and are up to date
Manage all Level 2 vendor escalations, includingbut not limited to:
o Expediting delivery confirmation dates that don’t meet our MRP and production needs
o MRP driven delivery date “Push Out” or “Pull In”
o Late or missing PO confirmations
o Pricing Discrepancies
o Delivery and Shipping related issues and inquiries
Manage Vendor performance, driving improvements on time delivery, quality conformance, and other compliance issues
Manage and resolve Vendor Returns (RMA, Cost Recovery, Replacements)
Perform regular open order review meeting with Vendors
Manage AP Inquiries (Invoice issues, etc..)
Support internal cross-functional stakeholders to onboard and approve new raw materials and supplier
Manage competitive bid process (per applicable policy) and/or execute RFx market interventions
Support Strategic buyers in negotiating low value contracts with suppliers
Perform other duties as assigned

EEO:
“Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of – Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.”