Site Buyer

UTLX Manufacturing LLC

Come join a team where People make the difference! As a part of Marmon Holdings, Inc., a highly decentralized organization, we rely heavily on people with the aptitude, attitude, and entrepreneurial spirit to drive our success, and we're committed to attracting and retaining top talent.

UTLX MANUFACTURING LLC

Come join the team where People make the difference! As a part of Marmon Holdings, Inc., a highly decentralized organization, UTLX Manufacturing relies heavily on people with the aptitude, attitude and entrepreneurial spirit to drive our success, and we're committed to attracting and retaining top talent.

We are looking for a Site Buyer, that is safety and quality conscious and willing to learn and grow with the business. This is a role where you will work in a TEAM environment.

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

As an individual contributor, the Site Buyer will plan and procure material to meet internal stakeholder requirements at an optimal cost. The Site Buyer will purchase goods/services according to support customer needs, departmental and Procurement organizational agreements/contracts, and Marmon policies and procedures. This position performs the necessary strategic/tactical activities related to the timely acquisition of materials and effective flow of communication and associated paperwork. Performs necessary activities in accordance with Marmon/UTLX standard sourcing processes while providing support to Operations ensuring all metrics are met. Candidate will drive and implement process improvements, system enhancements and continue to improve productivity and efficiency within this function. Maintaining inventory levels, addressing shortages, and supporting product evolution are daily functions. This role is responsible for securing the necessary materials to meet the needs of our customers and the business.

Functional/Technical Expertise

• Tactical creation and issuance of PO's to approved suppliers based on ERP system demand
• Maintains accurate PO information and delivery dates in ERP system
• Set-up, execution and maintenance of ordering parameters and ERP data
• Work with suppliers and internal Marmon/UTLX resources to set up internal and supplier held Kanbans
• Ensure adherence to price and lead time established by contract
• Monitor supplier delivery performance, days on hand and related quality issues
• Monitor inventory levels to avoid potential excess, obsolescence and shortages
• Oversee inventory Policy through ABCD classification and use of proper planning parameters
• Adjust forecasts and planning parameters as required including safety stocks, reorder points, minimum orders, etc. in adherence with Marmon policy
• Participate in daily production and planning meetings
• Coordinate Engineering changes with suppliers, Material planning and Engineering for purchased parts
• Generate daily, weekly, monthly metric reports
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATION

• High School diploma or equivalent required; College degree preferred
• Minimum 2-4 years' experience in Procurement, Purchasing, or Materials Management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Detail oriented with excellent organization and time management skills
• Critical thinking and negotiation skills
• Knowledge of basic mathematical operations and calculations
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications particularly with Excel
• Ability to wear safety equipment such as, but not limited to safety shoes, safety glasses, hard hats, ear protection and respirators
• Familiarity with consignment inventory, receiving and quality best practices

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Benefits on Day 1
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Company paid benefits: Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance
• 4 weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Vacation Benefits
• 401k with generous company match and additional employer annual contributions

DISCLAIMER

Please note the duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work. Duties and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to , and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.