Qualifications:

Client is looking for a Buyer to be a key member of the Global Sourcing & Procurement Team and an integral part of Client’s Tampa, FL location. The Buyer has responsibility and has accountability for assisting in the business process, cost management, initiating and executing strategic sourcing initiatives at a site level.

Qualifications

* Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain or related field,

* 3+ years’ experience purchasing in a manufacturing and R & D environment

* Strong Excel skills and ability to work in a large matrix environment.

* ERP systems experience is essential (Epicor preferred).

* Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and collaborate

* Problem-solving for a variety of problems of minor scope and complexity

* Communication: Strong written and verbal communication.

* Organized: Demonstrated ability to prioritize, organize high volume of transactions and report out to management

* Ability to work in a large matrix environment.

 Additional Information

Limitless Opportunities

Client offers challenging assignments, great teams, development and training, and exciting opportunities to enhance your skills, abilities and knowledge.

Client maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. Please note that depending on the specific position, you may be required to pass additional medical tests, background checks, and/or other requirements.

Client is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants and to prohibit any discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. Sexual harassment, or any other kind of harassment, will not be tolerated. The foundation of these policies is our commitment to treat everyone fairly and equally and to have a bias-free work environment.

Ability to speak and listen effectively to follow instructions in English. Ability to write and speak complete sentences and understand verbal and written instructions in English

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will be responsible to deliver against cost management targets and provide support to the Sites in several activities, including but not limited to:

• Collaborating with operations to define material and service needs
• Negotiating and managing purchase orders to meet site demands
• Maintaining supplier performance (OTD, Fill Rate, and Quality)
• Ensuring adherence to internal procurement performance expectations
• Identifying and executing on continuous improvement opportunities
• Providing information and analysis for make/buy decisions
• Developing and managing purchasing cost savings opportunities
• Negotiating supplier agreements
• Assisting Global Sourcing leadership with defined projects and executing strategic sourcing initiatives
• Supporting Site Planning to ensure RM inventory levers (Kanban, min/max, etc..) remain current and accurate
• Ensuring supplier lead-time accuracy in demand system
• Aligning payment terms
• Maintaining an in-depth understanding of key supplier business & financial risks