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Buyer - Entry Level

Kinetic Engine Systems
21 hours ago
Full-time
On-site
Job Position Summary: Responsible to secure the best possible deals with vendors by conducting market research and negotiating contracts. They support the sourcing and purchasing goods and services. 

You must have:

* A high School Diploma or Equivalent. 
* Strong attention to details
* Organizational skills. 
* Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office 
* Time Management Skills 
* Ability to multi-task, and pivot from one task to another
* Excellent Interpersonal and customer service skills
* Ability to effectively communicate both written and verbally. 
* Ability to coordinate and plan future orders.
* Ability to manage projects and get them done in a timely manner.

In your role, you will:

* Follow Safety culture and wear PPE when required. 
* Reviews requisitions and creates purchase orders, then monitor order status to ensure timely delivery. 
* Finding and evaluating potential suppliers, negotiating prices, terms, and delivery schedules.
* Work with operating system to maintain accuracy of purchase orders to clearly communicate availability dates and quantities to internal customers. 
* Purchase items at the most favorable price consistent with quality, quantity, and specification requirements. 
* Communicate with internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers, vendors, and internal departments. 
* Maintain current and potential source information in connection with materials and responsible for file management on all Raw material certs. 
* Coordinate internal and external logistics for pickup/drop-off and truck maintenance.
* Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers to ensure reliable supply and competitive pricing. 
* Follow 6s Procedures and maintains a clean organized work area.
* Performs other related duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

* Normal Production environments, subject to high noise levels from operating machines; physical hazards from moving equipment and sharp machine parts; breathing fumes, dust, and mist; skin exposure to oil and cutting fluid; exposure to sharp metal edges, and forklifts.
* May be asked to travel back and forth between Southwick and Westfield facilities.

Physical Requirements:

* Must have ability to read applicable customer documents with or without corrective lenses.
* May have to lift up to thirty (30) pounds at a time, as required.
* Must be able to push, pull, reach overhead, stand, walk, climb stairs, bend and/or sit for long periods of time.


Monday thur Friday: 7am - 3:30pm