Buyer
Job Description
Location:
Cedar Rapids, IA
# 25-041
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Mestek Machinery is the industry-leading designer and manufacturer of the most complete, productive, and innovative metal forming solutions for the fabrication of HVAC sheet metal ductwork and fittings. Our family of brands– Engel Industries, Iowa Precision, and Roto-Die has people with decades of experience addressing every facet of the HVAC duct industry.
Job Description
Working under the general direction of the Purchasing Manager, the Buyer is responsible for purchasing materials and services in addition to scheduling, expediting, and inventory control. Clerical duties require the application of various work methods and procedures, and familiarity with department functions, policies, and practices.
Requirements:
Essential Duties
- Assesses supplier capabilities, selects suppliers, manages relationships with suppliers, develops alternate sources, evaluates supplier performance, and negotiates price and delivery.
- Solicits quotations for new and existing businesses.
- Reviews purchase requisitions for compliance with established procedures and policies.
- Reconciles discrepancies in Accounts Payable, Receivable, or other departments.
- Minimizes product lead time and finds innovative methods to reduce inventory investment.
- Analyzes decision-making and vendor selection to avoid negative consequences.
- Works closely with all departments to thoroughly understand each operation.
- Develops new methods or modifies existing methods, techniques, and procedures to ensure processes are efficient and cost-effective.
- Performs other similar or related duties as required or requested.
Preferred Experience
- Some technical knowledge is required in understanding blueprints and engineering change processes, etc.
- Working knowledge of manufacturing information systems and related modules.
- Ability to use computer software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- High energy, high integrity, self-starter requiring minimal supervision.
- Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Occasional travel will be required.