Buyer

Vision Statement: Helping the world serve better.

Mission Statement: (We Aim) To build the best bar in the world and be irreplaceable by delivering the Total Perlick Experience.

Perlick Values: Lead By Serving – others before self, Grow by Innovation – solutions that exceed our customers’ expectations, Continuous Improvement – strive to get better every day, Live the Legacy – maintain our positive reputations with the future in mind

SUMMARY:

In accordance with established company policies, controls, accepted practices and purchasing techniques, the Buyer is responsible for procuring material components, supplies, equipment and services at the most favorable cost and terms consistent with standards of quality and manufacturing schedules.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

1. Ensure parts and materials are bought at the most competitive price and delivered on time for production.
2. Plan and maintain optimal level of raw materials and/or component inventory to accomplish stated inventory metrics.
3. Manage daily communication between Perlick and its Supplier s.  Drive resolution of quality issues, manage cost changes, and assess Supplier service level and cost reduction performance.
4. Lead Supplier purchase order follow up to confirm delivery date commitment and order status.  Drive expedited orders and order quantity revisions.  Communicate drawings, material specifications, and engineering changes for current and new products to Suppliers.
5. Support strategic sourcing analyses with Category Manager.  Provide input on Supplier performance (quality, delivery, cost, and responsiveness).
6. Review various Epicor reports to trigger purchase order creation and revision.  Audit Supplier invoices/receiving records to validate delivered price and quantity accuracy.  Support quality group in creating non-conforming Return Material Authorizations (RMA’s) and drive resolution with Suppliers.
7. Review work to be subcontracted and drive communication between Supplier s and Perlick Engineering and Manufacturing to achieve resolution.
8. Input and maintain records pertinent to purchasing in the Epicor system. (price list updates, lead time, promise dates)
9. Proactively communicate to planners and or supervisors when there are Supplier delivery schedule changes.  Inform supervisor when schedules cannot be met due to part shortages, or supply constraints.
10. Support process improvement activities to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the purchasing activity.
11. Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• 4-year degree in a Business/Technical discipline or 3 years’ experience working in a purchasing or supply chain role within the manufacturing industry. 4-year degree highly desired.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Word and Excel.
• Experience in negotiation.
• Experience reading and understanding Engineering drawings.
• Familiarity with ERP information systems (Epicor, Oracle or SAP).
• Strong communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Desire to grow your capabilities through pursuit of supply chain certifications such as; Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM), Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM), or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP).
• Desire to learn, become familiar with procedures, products and components specific to Perlick

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Exhibits core cultural behaviors that reflect Perlick’s values to support our mission and vision. 
• Being Resilient: Demonstrates composure and professionalism under difficult circumstances. Bounces back from setbacks or adversity. Maintains productivity under stress or pressure. Overcomes obstacles and learns from failures.
• Drives Engagement: Celebrates others’ successes. Helps others see why the work matters. Shares involvement and visibility with others. Draws a link between the work and own motivation.
• Plans and Aligns: Aligns own work plans and priorities with those of other units. Balances the need for adequate planning with the need for action. Creates a realistic timeline with steps outlined in the right sequence. Anticipates and minimizes bottlenecks or delays.
• Self-Development: Shows personal commitment and takes action to continuously improve. Accepts assignments that broaden capabilities. Learns from new experiences, from others, and from structured learning. Makes the most of available development resources.

PHYSICAL/SENSORY DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Daily work may include sitting, bending, standing, crouching, reaching, and some lifting (up to 25 lbs.).

Perlick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. Perlick does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status.

Relocation and/or sponsorship are not available for this position.

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