Metal Fabrication Buyer

Company: Specialty Coating Systems
Location: Indianapolis
Posted on: April 22, 2025

Job Description:

DescriptionThis buyer is responsible for ensuring uninterrupted supply of materials and to avoid stock out situations. Buyer will also work to resolve issues that may arise in areas of delivery, quality, costs, and service of materials. Buyer will have a good understanding and application of supply chain principles, concepts, practices, ethics and standards.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:* Responsible for purchasing fabricated material within market price.* Responsible for replenishing material using a technique to ensure an uninterrupted supply.* Responsible for performing procurement activities within an ISO 9001 Quality System.* Responsible for supporting & driving inventory goals while preventing backorders.* Responsible for data entry and maintenance in ERP system with high degree of accuracy.* Set-up, implement and management material replenishment systems (Kanbans, Min/Max, ROP).* Research and implement cost saving activities within the supply chain.* Coordinate materials outsourced for secondary processes.ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:* May assist in other areas or perform other duties as required by fluctuating business needs.EDUCATION, CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND/OR EXPERIENCE:Bachelor degree preferred. Bachelor degree plus one year purchasing experience; Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year College or technical school with 3 years of purchasing experience; or 7+ years of purchasing experience with no degree (HS diploma or GED required).

ISM (C.P.M. or CPSM) or APICS (CPIM) preferred, but not required.
Membership in ISM, APICS or similar association highly recommended.BASIC SKILLS:* Knowledge of manufacturing including fabrication, welding, and CNC machining is a plus.. Possesses well-developed communication and analytical problem solving ability. * Ability to manage projects and work independently. * Ability to develop and present proposals to management.* Ability to speak, read and write English.* Is well-organized and detail oriented.* Previous use of an MRP / ERP system essential (Syteline experience is preferred). * This position requires proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word software. * Possesses exceptional interpersonal skills. Proven ability to develop and build supplier relationships.* Keeps necessary areas of the company abreast of developments which may affect their operations.

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