Buyer in Bedford

Purchases supplies and materials at the optimum terms to meet Company goals. Utilizing the output of Company's ERP system, interprets demand and ensures appropriate order coverage for all material within their responsibility. Identifies new and alternative sources of supply. Prepares RFQs and performs supplier surveillance. Manages sources of supply through regular contact which may include teleconference, site visits and/or periodic formal reviews. Maintains systems and records to ensure accurate data in conformance to standard procedures. Assists management with all other supply issues as required.

Responsibilities

• Works in conformance to relevant SOPs governing purchase order issue, modification, receipts, returns to vendor, record keeping and the approval of suppliers.
• Ensures that all material requirements for assigned items are covered with Purchase Orders, Contracts or Supply Agreements only with approved suppliers.
• Periodically reviews relevant systems output to issue new purchase orders or revise existing orders for assigned items.
• Performs all activities relating to the placing and revision of orders and systems maintenance and quality records therein related.
• Communicates with suppliers on all issues regarding price, quality or delivery requirements on a timely basis to minimize interruption in the supply chain.
• Ensures all issues of supplier non-conformance are documented appropriately and that department management is made aware of any supplier related issue that could interrupt the supply chain or adversely affect Company financial performance.
• Acts as principal interface with Accounts Payable and Inventory Control to resolve errors and delays in paying invoices.

Skills & Capabilities:

• Competent with MS Office skills, particularly MS Excel and MS Word.

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree, with minimum three years of related experience or five years related experience in lieu of a four year degree.
• Thorough understanding of traditional planning systems as well as continuous replenishment systems such as Kanban, consignment inventory and vendor managed inventory.
• Adequate knowledge of concepts related to the legal aspects of purchasing.

International Mobility: Required: No

Travel Requirements: No

The annual base salary range for this role is currently $80K to $K. Individual employee compensation will ultimately depend on factors including education, relevant experience, skillset, knowledge, and particular business needs. This role is eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance, k plan retirement benefits with an employer match, as well as paid vacation and sick leave. Our sales roles are eligible for participation in a commission plan and our management, and select professional roles, are eligible for a performance-based bonus.

If you are interested in constantly learning and being challenged on a daily basis we encourage you to submit your resume or CV. Werfen is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. Werfen strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable state or federal law.

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We operate directly in over 30 countries, and in more than territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 7, employees around the world comprise our Werfen.