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Buyer 2
Buyer 2 at Creation Technologies – Boise, Idaho
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About This Position
Location: Boise, US
Position Type: Full time
Req ID: JR6329
Description:
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.
The Buyer 2 role performs purchasing activities, in support of production and Creation’s operational 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 basis
Generate and manage ERP purchase order releases for production and new product launch
Monitor, 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 liability
Source for material shortages to reduce delivery impact yet minimizing unfavorable PPV/CMP & excess inventory
Manage material escalations with Commodity Management and suppliers
Manage Material Review Board (MRB) items related to quality, receiving issues, ECO, and NCR including returns to suppliers
Execute contract changes
Execute PFEP (Plan for Every Part)/VMI (Vendor Managed Inventory) changes recommended by Program Leader/Supply Chain Leader
Adhere to supplier approval and review processes
Management and maintenance of Suppliers with activities related to selection, qualification, monitoring performance, and improvement corrective actions
Works to maintain optimum inventory levels championing and supporting Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) Programs
Drive cost reduction and supplier negotiations for items not owned by Commodity Management
Collaborate with Materials Planner on inventory reduction plans
Work with Finance/Supplier/Commodity Manager to resolve invoice issues
Escalate to Finance on credit holds and payment terms issues as it applies to supplier deliveries and invoices
Participate in new tools/processes UAT and act as a Superuser
Mentor, coach, & train buyers as required
May lead small projects with support
Additional responsibilities as assigned by the Manager
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in operations, Inventory or Purchasing Management or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of 3 year of experience in Supply Chain is required
Certification or enrollment in APICs or PMAC is preferred
Lean Supply Chain experience would be beneficial
ERP system experience within a Supply Chain environment including purchasing and inventory
Proficient English business communications skills, both written and verbal
Proficiency in operating a computer including using a Windows based operating systems and related software
Intermediate to advanced knowledge of MS Office including Excel (v-lookups, data filters, pivot tables etc.)
Excellent organizational and administrative skills
Self-motivated team player, able to work well under pressure
Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and responsibilities
WORKING ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS:
Physical and/or Mental Demands
While 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 Conditions
The 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 required. Otherwise, office/business casual attire is appropriate.
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll 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 Accessibility@creationtech.com. 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.
About Us:
3,000+ Industry all-stars. Entrepreneurial thinkers. Thoughtful collaborators. Bold problem-solvers. Passionate change-makers.
Creation fosters a community of commitment, comradery, integrity, and inclusion. At our core, we know it’s our people who make us a leading Global Electronic Manufacturing Services provider. That’s why Creation genuinely invests in our people, instilling family like values and a diverse, dynamic, and rewarding work environment where people learn, work, and grow together. Creation truly cares, inspiring employees to grow, develop and advance their careers. At Creation, we pride ourselves in our people, our culture, and our corporate purpose, it’s rooted in everything that we do.