Buyer and Planner

• Develop and execute global supplier strategies to improve service, quality, cost, delivery, and innovation.
• Lead sourcing processes, negotiate contracts, and manage commercial relationships within assigned supplier portfolio.
• Conduct market research and inventory planning to ensure materials and services meet operational needs.
• Select and manage suppliers, handle purchasing activities, and expedite materials/services as needed.
• Use ERP systems to determine material requirements, issue purchase/repair orders, and manage allocations.
• Oversee inventory counts, adjustments, and routing of materials to align with production schedules.
• Manage warranty and contract performance claims, ensuring appropriate documentation and compliance.
• Monitor and improve supplier performance, including corrective actions and managing major supplier accounts.
• Handle invoice discrepancies and support contract creation, negotiation, and ongoing management.
• Ensure adherence to safety regulations and support the company's Safety Management System initiatives.

• Minimum high school diploma with 4 years of related experience; 2 years required with an Associate's or Bachelor's degree.
• Proven experience managing a purchasing portfolio in a global, cross-functional environment with complex tax and regulatory requirements.
• Strong understanding of industry dynamics, cost structures, contracts, and economic factors affecting procurement.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills to influence decisions and manage conflict effectively.
• Capable of handling multiple priorities and tight deadlines while achieving targeted cost savings.

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