Entry Level Senior Buyer 3-5 years of experience

The

Senior Buyer provides materials, services, parts and equipment by developing

sources of supply and monitoring supplier performance; obtaining required

materials, services, parts and equipment, verifying receipt of items,

authorizing payment and managing and controlling inventory. This position

serves as a liaison between Inland’s vendors and internal customers. The Senior

Buyer must be able to evaluate price proposals, financial reports, data and

information to determine effective solutions. This position is further responsible

for delivering savings targets for assigned categories, supporting other cost

reduction initiatives and assisting the VP of Supply Chain with global

procurement strategy, processes, and execution.

Essential Duties &

Responsibilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each

essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable

individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This list of

essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary.

Issues requests for

quotes/proposals (RFQ/RFP) and selects best source consistent with cost,

quality and delivery requirements. Negotiates and manages long term pricing

agreements on critical commodities.

Completes purchase requests with

domestic and international suppliers by inputting purchase orders, expediting

deliveries, and verifying all transactions.

Handles correspondence concerning

over-shipments, delivery shortages, changes in quantity, delivery dates, and

prices and report such changes to the interested parties in a timely manner as

required.

Acts as a liaison between suppliers

and involved departments to resolve procurement related problems.

Processes non-conforming material

requests and RMA requests with supply chain partners.

Authorizes payment for purchases by

reviewing invoices and related documentation.

Maintains appropriate inventory

levels consistent with targeted inventory goals and as set by management.

Maintains accuracy of stock code

information within SYSPRO (Inland ERP System), including lead-time, pricing,

current supplier information, current purchase order data, etc.

Ensures SYSPRO parameters are

maintained by monitoring minimum, maximum, safety, and current inventory

levels; making recommendations to management for adjustments to levels.

Monitors supplier performance by

ensuring that product is delivered as scheduled and meets specifications;

maintaining appropriate files and records of meetings with suppliers to ensure

company requirements are met and that supplier is aware of their performance.

Maintains services and office

equipment by conferring with suppliers; monitoring and recording service

agreements to ensure terms are met.

Assists internal and external

customers by interpreting laws, policy, codes, and regulations pertaining to

purchasing; answers inquiries both orally and in writing concerning purchasing

operations.

Maintains professional and

technical knowledge by attending workshops and reviewing professional

publications.

Contributes to team effort by

accomplishing other job related tasks as needed; enabling other workers to

achieve their job objectives.

Essential

skills and experience:
BA or BS in Materials Management,

Procurement, Business Administration, Operations Planning or a related field;

MBA, CPM or APICS certification desirable.

3+ years of related procurement

experience including purchasing, inventory control, contract negotiation,

supply management, supplier relationships, basics of Cost Accounting, and

tracking budget expenses.

Exceptional negotiation skills

Excellent supplier selection / management skills

Knowledge of MRP processes

Manufacturing experience beneficial.

Work experience in a print

manufacturing environment beneficial.

Working knowledge of the legal

aspects of procurement and contract law.

Knowledge of

import freight movement.

Strong business partner engagement and relationship development skills

Strong communication and presentation skills

Must be analytical, innovative, decisive

Nonessential

skills and experience:
Advanced

degree in Business, Supply Chain or Finance

Additional

experience in printing/packaging or related field, specifically in the Pressure

Sensitive or Cut and Stack Label industry

Lean

management skills

Managerial experience in a manufacturing environment preferred

Work

Environment:
Operates

in a demanding, fast-paced, people-oriented manufacturing environment with

frequent changes and interruptions, and multiple project assignments

Works

with a variety of people including vendors, customers, regulatory agencies,

employees, team members, and managers

Required

Work Schedule:
Typically

works standard business hours

Must

be flexible for occasional meetings and responsibilities outside of standard

business hours including weekends

Travel

and overnight trips may occur as needed

Physical

Requirements:
Generally sedentary

20/40 corrected vision

No unusual physical requirements are necessary