Buyer

Description: Athena Manufacturing, LP is a career-minded company that cares about our employees and their success. We invest in all employees by providing the training and skills they need to not only be successful in their occupation but also the opportunity to grow and advance within the company. Overview: The Buyer at Athena Manufacturing is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the procurement of commodities, equipment, and services to support organizational needs. This role will also perform material planning functions to ensure alignment with production requirements. Additionally, the Buyer will manage and coordinate external services provided by subcontractors and vendors, ensuring timely, cost-effective processing of parts to support efficient production flow and on-time customer delivery. Key Responsibilities: (include but not limited to): Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, include and are not limited to the following: Purchase all production raw materials and services, excluding Outside Processing, Sub-contract Machining, Office, Janitorial, and Shipping supplies. Coordinate with department managers to ensure adequate material supplies are ordered for specific jobs, and maintained for stock items. Responsible for flow down of ISO quality system requirements to suppliers. Support estimating department with material and service bids to cover customer proposals. Participate in Vendor Performance Monitoring process. Coordinates Vendor DVMR (Discrepant Vendor Material Reports) and CAR (Correction Action Report) activity with supplier to achieve compliance, or rework and credit for defective products. Coordinate and process Vendor Surveys and initial approvals as required. Participate in Vendor Performance Review process and communicate results to vendors. Negotiate contracts for annual supply and service items as directed by management. Negotiate pricing, terms and conditions of commodities. Develop lowest cost sourcing strategies Perform material cost analysis in support of continuous cost reduction processes. Develop new vendor base as required to support business growth. Participate on Internal Audit Team. Coordinate with Quality Control Department relative to defective / unacceptable goods, services, etc. Interface with Vendors on continuous improvement projects. Provide reports to management as required in support of business plan objectives. Participate in annual material inventory. Responsible for adhering to ISO 9001 procedures as they pertain to purchasing. Requirements: Qualifications: Minimum Preferred Qualifications, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, include and are not limited to the following: High school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business, or a related field preferred. Minimum of 3 years of progressive procurement experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in metal machining, fabrication, or assembly. negotiation skills and experience in contract management. Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and procurement analytics. Experience with ISO 9001 and supplier quality management. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Essential physical requirements pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, include and are not limited to the following: Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times. Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities. PREFERRED TOOLS AND TECHNOLOGY: Personal computers Comfortable with Technology, open to learning/coachable Microsoft Office SQL Reports Micro Estimating Software Warehouse and Inventory Management Systems (M2M and SFM) REQUIRED WORK CLOTHING AND PPE: Attire should not interfere with job performance or safety. Attire should not interfere with job performance or safety. Safety glasses are provided by Athena Close…

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