Buyer

**Primary Objective: ** As a Buyer your responsibilities are to ensure the procurement of materials based on the organization’s needs. The buyer is the main point of contact between suppliers and operations; create and maintain the open PO backlog providing visibility to the organization. **Essential Duties and Responsibilities ** Analyze material needs, projections and supply risks to make buy decisions Issue Purchase orders to vendors Follow up on open PO’s according to need dates, supplier promise date(s) and expedite needs to ensure on-time delivery of product(s) Mitigate material shortages Negotiate with suppliers to obtain optimal pricing, delivery dates and purchase order terms Conduct supplier performance metrics (with feedback from internal customers) for communication to internal department management and suppliers Participate in continuous improvement activities for organization Other duties as assigned **Qualifications ** Procurement / Planning / Kanban and MRP/ERP Knowledge Above average English communication skills, both written and verbal Ability to work under minimal supervision and sense of ownership Computer literate and able to utilize current software, including Excel, Word, Microsoft Office programs and PowerBI Excellent interpersonal skills in dealing with teams and vendors Advanced skills in data mining and ability to interpret data to determine purchasing needs and perform inventory management task or decisions **Physical Demands ** Able to lift 40 pounds repetitively. Able to stand on concrete for extended periods of time. **Work Environment ** Be able to work in a production environment. Able to walk, stand and otherwise perform job functions on concrete floors with safety boots/shoes. Works in manufacturing environment occasionally being exposed to dust, odors, fumes and noise. COMPANY OVERVIEW Pexco (Parent Company) – www.pexco.com Pexco is a leading component supplier across a variety of industrial end markets and applications with production facilities in the US, Mexico and Canada. The Company is primarily engaged in designing and manufacturing extruded plastic tubes and profiles by way of an expansive twelve-site footprint, but also offers a variety of differentiated, value-added services, including design, prototyping, die building, sub assembly, fabrication, and supply chain management. Pexco’s innovative products are used for fluid handling, electrical insulation, traffic safety, infrastructure, and lighting applications in aerospace & defense, medical, electronics & semiconductors, environmental testing, pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, and other high-growth end-markets. The Company sells directly to more than 2,000 customers comprised of OEM’s and end-users, as well as through distribution in certain markets. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Pexco is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. Salary info: $21.63 - $28.85 / hr