Senior Buyer

When it comes to work, we know you want more than a job. You want the opportunity to learn and grow, to be recognized for your efforts and accomplishments, to be treated with respect and have a sense of pride and belonging. That’s what a career at Lozier is all about. Our future success relies on the same thing that’s carried us for more than 65 years – a committed team of employees working together to achieve goals and provide our customers with the best product in the industry.Position SummarySenior Buyer is responsible for the management of her/his assigned commodities and suppliers and the execution of the procurement process, using the prescribed policies, procedures and systems.Essential Job FunctionsIdentifies and selects suppliersPlacement and confirmation of purchase orders and releases with designated suppliersEstablishes supplier goals and expectations and directs long term quality improvement initiativesNegotiates supplier pricing, delivery method and lead-time for assigned commoditiesNegotiates time and/or volume purchase contractsCalculates standard costs on all new products and reviews standard costs on existing items annuallyResolves supplier quality problems, supplier invoice and other documentation discrepanciesTracks, reports, communicates supplier performanceTimely and accurate input and maintenance of data to Lozier information systemsInitiates and facilitates cost savings projects to achieve cost improvement goalsExpedites purchased product inside of established lead-time, follows up and reports on any late purchase ordersMonitors purchase price variance and implements strategies to compensateDemonstrate regular attendance and timeliness in reporting to work, meetings, and completing assignmentsAbility to work and interact well with others.Other Job FunctionsPlaces and confirms purchase orders and contract blanket releasesMonitors commodity market conditions and trendsResolves issues concerning excess or obsolete materialsEducationJOB QUALIFICATIONSMinimum of a Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent qualifying experienceExperienceMinimum of 5 years of purchasing background, preferably in a manufacturing setting if degreed. Minimum of 8 years required if non-degreed.Required SkillsIntermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office softwareAdvanced communication skills, both written and verbalAdvanced negotiation skillsProject management skillsExcellent time management skillsAbility to coordinate and prioritize multiple tasks Good analytical and problem solving skillsPrint reading skillsKnowledgeable in effective sourcing and quoting techniquesCapable of performing basic cost analysis (Make vs. Buy)Proficient at supply chain management Complete understanding of bills, routes and product costing techniquesWorking understanding of ERP/MRPPreferred SkillsAbility to source product internationally Working knowledge of Lozier information systemsLozier product knowledgeAbility to use e-sourcing (e-auctions) for new product or product replacement bidsAbility to manage material flow/assembly with 3rd party processors Working knowledge of Lozier manufacturing processes, departments and work centersAPP or CPIM certification preferredOracle experienceAbility to take on a leadership role and lead by exampleSPECIAL DEMANDSOccasional travel to suppliers and as necessary to meetings in other plantsThe above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as assigned by their supervisor. Lozier reserves the right to modify, interpret, or apply this job description in any way desired and the essential job functions may be modified to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Successful completion of pre-hire drug screen and post offer background screen is required to obtain employment. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.Benefits And ScheduleCompany bonus potential. PTO (Paid Time Off) plus paid holidays.Competitive benefits package (Eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits on the first day of employment).Onsite Health Clinic (Omaha and Middlebury locations only)401(k) with employer match.Employee Assistance Program.Educational Assistance Program.Career Development Programs.Casual dress.Relocation benefits available, (as applicable).Monday thru Friday schedule with hybrid schedule available after training.The individual in this position can have a home base at any of our five locations: Omaha NE, Middlebury IN, Scottsboro AL, Joplin MO, or McClure PA.