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Job Title: Buyer

Work schedule: Mon - Fri 8am - 5pm

Pay Rate: $25.00/hr

Type: Contract, Potential for extension or conversion to permanent

Requirements

Required: Associates Degree, preferably in Operations Management or similar, or equivalent years of related work experience; Strong PC skills (Notes, Spreadsheets, Downloads, PowerPoint, graphics).

The following is preferred: Bachelor’s Degree; APICS certification desirable (CPIM); Two to three years of MRP/DRP Planning experience in manufacturing/distribution; Computer database system literate and operating experience. Must be able to perform the responsibilities and duties of the position.

Responsibilities

+ Responsible for ensuring the operating system data is accurate including certain Product Master fields.

+ Maintains accurate lot sizes, safety stocks, lead times, item notes, and other operating parameters.

+ Coordinates demand requirements through order entry into manufacturing planning and execution.

+ Responsible for accurate and efficient planning of raw materials to support manufacturing requirements.

+ Reviews BEDIA and creates purchase orders for direct materials.

+ Works closely with Planners and Production Supervisors if supply issues occur.

+ Responsible for accurate and timely execution of raw material procurement.

+ Monitors component procurement of raw materials.

+ Reviews MRP to determine replenishment orders.

+ Monitors raw materials inventories to determine economic ordering consistent with sound inventory control practices.

+ Advises Purchasing and the Planner of changes affecting material needs for manufacturing.

+ Incorporate PFEP (Plan For Every Part) as a tool to minimize inventory using a proven methodology.

+ Responsible to validate purchase delivery dates, track carrier status, and communicates when supplier corrective action request (SCMS) are required.

+ Helps maintain purchasing information records and forecasting databases.

+ Adhere to production/inventory control policies and procedures to ensure consistent practices are being followed.

+ Manages the SCMS database, and scheduling of RTV’s once the disposition has been established working closely with Quality Management and Shipping/Receiving personnel.

+ Analyzes raw material inventory aging and takes action to minimize overage or scrap.

+ Follow the Scheduling process map and ensure accuracy.

+ Generates process order requirements, purchase orders, debit memos, requisitions, and general correspondence as required.

+ Helps maintain documentation of manufacturing practices, work procedures and work instructions.

+ Creates ZAMU Sample Shipping orders.

+ Serves as back-up to the Sr. Buyer/Planner for MRO purchasing.

+ Ensure conformance and support with facility quality management system and facility and department strategic goals.

+ Maintain 5S and lean manufacturing techniques, value stream mapping, and be assigned to attend team meetings designed to reduce cycle time, remove waste and non-value added activities, and reduce costs.

+ Attend problem solving sessions as required.

+ Utilizes business software to perform inventory transfers, inquiries, and requisitions for inventory.

+ Generates reports, analyses and graphs manufacturing activities, provides HS&E and Quality with critical month end reporting data.

+ Performs other duties as assigned. Serves on teams as required.

Benefits

System One offers eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options, including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, and participation in a 401(k) plan.

Ref: #558-Scientific

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.