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Job Description
The Purchasing Buyer I Position is assigned raw materials, components, and/or parts for which they are responsible for procuring in a cost effective and timely manner. Demand for those materials, components, and/or parts will be generated from requisitions or through SCP. In cases of low volume/low value items the Purchasing Buyer I may solicit, evaluate, negotiate, and then purchase materials and/or services. * Adhere to Powell Safety Rules and assure Suppliers do the same * Review open buy requirements, issue purchase orders, and expedite delivery of the material or service as appropriate. * Issue purchase orders of $50,000 or less without additional approvals * Achieve cost improvement targets assigned by Manager * Achieve inventory reduction targets assigned by Manager * Establish Payment Terms of not less than Net 45 days with all new suppliers. * Achieve supplier PPM targets as assigned by Manager * Promptly disposition excess and/or obsolete purchased inventory * Monitor and maintain the Purchasing Category Value completeness and accuracy of the items assigned * Proactively advance professional knowledge and education * Perform other related duties as assigned
Job Requirements
* High school diploma * Minimum 0-2 years in a manufacturing environment * Minimum 0-2 years in a material and/or purchasing assignment * Good interpersonal relationship skills * Strong analytical skills * Good oral and written communication skills * Good computer skills * Must be responsible and dependable * Attend in house and outside training sessions. * Attend local professional associations. * Learn policies and procedures, work instruction, ISO policies, Safety Rules and Regulations, and vendor products. * Travel may be required.
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