Job description

Imerys is hiring a Buyer to work onsite in our Gleason, TN facility.

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

This role is responsible for the routine aspects of the procurement function, including: specification application, change management, sourcing projects, and coordination of supply for goods and services - including the negotiation of routine purchasing prices. It is also under the role responsibilities the execution of all transactions required for services and goods invoices payments - and the solution for payment process issues.

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Primary responsibility is to work closely with Operations to grant all needed services, raw materials and equipment are properly supplied in order to grant the routine operation of Sylacauga Plant.

• Review and authorize Purchase Orders and purchase requisitions. Assure purchases are followed up or expedited when required.
• Manage current contracts to ensure supplier adherence to contractual obligations and smooth routine activities (procurement/ invoicing / payment).
• Communicate to management any procurement issues that affect the day to day operations
• On-going support / development work related to Imerys ERP Systems (OPERA/SAP) and other related support systems. Follow up training and reporting as required.
• Grant continuous improvement in the Procurement Process activities.
• Maintain department records - including price history for information on price variances.
• For Procurement-supplier pool (not under Purchasing Group responsibility):
• Identify the least total cost supplier for Company requirements. (Best combination of quality, quantity, delivery, service, and price)
• Negotiate purchase price and delivery time conditions to optimum levels.
• Maintain positive, professional, and ethical supplier relationships.
• Coordinate delivery of materials, goods, and services.
• Surveys suppliers, assesses vendor capabilities, develops alternate sources, and evaluates vendor performance in order to secure cost-effective sources for products and services.
• Manage daily issues with accounting, delivery, receiving and other departments.
• Assist in annual supplier audits.
• Undertake projects relating to procurements and provide reports and recommendations.
• Support Corporate/PMA Purchasing team objectives between other sites and other business units.
• Perform other duties and projects as directed by management.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related fields is preferred.
• Minimum 2 years professional purchasing or related field experience
• Strong computer skills required; Experience with Google suite of products.
• Knowledge on MRP (Material Requirements Planning) and ERP experience (preferred)
• Knowledge on SAP is preferred.
• Experience at working both independently and in a team-oriented collaborative environment.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics:

• Strong interpersonal and persuasive/negotiation skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in written format across all levels of the organization and with external vendors and suppliers.
• Ability to meet deadlines and perform multiple task
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks.
• Ability to follow guidelines and procedures
• Highly motivated, flexible, organized and independent with a focus on successfully accomplishing the requirements of the job

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Gleason, TN 38229: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Will you now or in the future require sponsorship to work in the US (ex: H1B visa)?

Experience:

• Purchasing: 2 years (Preferred)
• SAP: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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