Indirect Buyer Resume Samples

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Philadelphia, PA
Junior Indirect Buyer
Philadelphia, PA
Crooks LLC
Philadelphia, PA
Junior Indirect Buyer
  • Assist in development of robust Supplier Performance Management Process with specific focus on supplier quality
  • Information gathering and reporting to aid Indirect Procurement in project and category management work
  • Support and/or participates in cross-functional project teams related to planning, product and process improvement initiatives
  • Provides Indirect Buying support for Purchasing to support company goals
  • Provide the necessary leadership for educating and communicating roles, responsibilities and initiatives to other departments in this cross functional position
  • Reviews and provides analytical support for bids, quotes and proposals
  • Utilize “Kaizen” and Lean Manufacturing techniques for continuous improvement
Los Angeles, CA
Indirect Buyer
Los Angeles, CA
Marks-Braun
Los Angeles, CA
Indirect Buyer
  • Collaborate with business managers to perform regular supplier performance evaluations
  • Manage designated supplier relationships with Supplier Performance Dashboard at region/Country level
  • To access Oracle/Iprocurement to perform PO Management (PO Creation and PO Changes)
  • Management of initial issues before escalation to line manager
  • Manage supplier productivity programs for assigned commodities and work with the manufacturing plants to reduce Tenneco’s overall cost of doing business
  • Work with both the Indirect and Consumer Underwriting manager
  • Assists the buyer in new supplier development
present
Dallas, TX
MRO Indirect Buyer
Dallas, TX
Greenfelder-Gibson
present
Dallas, TX
MRO Indirect Buyer
present
  • Procurement of MRO/Indirect Buy
  • Execute Indirect and MRO strategy with DCO Commodity Director to support each SBU and Operation Center with optimum quality, delivery and cost across MRO and indirect products and services
  • Responsibility may also include procurement of low quantity spend or product specific commodities such as motors, special hardware or raw products purchased to customer drawings and specifications
  • Decisive, assertive, highly motivated and enthusiastic
  • Ensure ITAR compliance and control through secured and coded correspondence and designated / approved communication portals
  • Internal Communication and Collaboration
  • Support and promote company core values of honesty, professionalism, respect, trust and teamwork and utilize the Ducommun Way methodology to achieve objectives
Education Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Business
Bachelor’s Degree in Business
University of Florida
Bachelor’s Degree in Business
Skills Skills
  • Strong attention to detail, Pro-active, Team player, self motivated and able to work independently in a fast-paced business environment
  • Strong ability to drive continuous improvement under demanding circumstance
  • Supply Chain or Procurement knowledge would be added advantage
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Strong interpersonal, written communication and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office software
  • Strong oral, written and intercommunication skills
  • Site purchasing buyers: collaborate with other site purchasing buyers for saving opportunities and knowledge sharing
  • Familiar with ERP system and other basic computer software
  • Proficient with Microsoft office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
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15 Indirect Buyer resume templates

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Direct & Indirect Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Coordinate with the plants the Indirec Purchasing Saving ( best practices, frame agreements... )
  • Create some bench mark on the main positions
  • Prepare the monthly report to MEPI group
  • Support global negociations
  • Technical / economical Education
  • Knowledge of QAF and cost analysis techniques
  • Experiences in negociation
  • Costing or sale experience
  • Good negotiation, presentation and other communicative skills
  • German and English fluent
  • Developed personnel management and development skills
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Indirect Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Execute the purchase requisition to purchase order process effectively and efficiently
  • Process purchase requisitions, process change orders and requests for quotes to suppliers
  • Resolve supplier, requisition, and procurement inquiries and help desk tickets on purchase requisitions and purchase orders, and escalate as needed
  • Support internal procurement users through training and trouble-shooting
  • Provide excellent customer service and administrative support
  • Prepare purchasing and supplier documents, including purchase change orders and approved supplier/supplier files
  • Responsible or procurement business system data input and integrity
  • Review and track purchase requisitions
  • Collaborate with team members and other functions and locations as needed. Coordinate with Accounts Payable to resolve outstanding supplier/supplier delivery/payment issues
  • Process transactions completely and accurately according to policy, internal controls, and regulation
  • Specification clarification, source/supplier identification, proposal analysis, review & clarification, contract knowledge, supplier performance management, supplier/customer conflict resolution
  • Drive improvements in key metrics (cost, deliverables, etc.)
  • Work with management to address all aspects of commodity management, including procurement support, commodity business plans, market trends assessment, pricing, and product availability
  • Requires domestic or global expertise of assigned commodities
  • Experience working with diverse cultures
  • Deadline and results orientation
  • The ability to work in a changing, complex, matrixed environment across geographies
  • The ability to function as part of a team
  • The ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced environment
  • Unquestionable integrity
  • The ideal individual should have negotiation skills
  • Must have proven ability to achieve results in a fast moving, dynamic environment
  • Must have demonstrated ability to work well with people. A proven desire to work as a team member, both on the same team and outside of the team
  • Demonstrate the ability to remain flexible and resourceful in a fast pace, deadline driven, evolving environment
  • Ability to troubleshoot and analyze complex problems
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Indirect Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Manage Requests for Proposals (RFP’s) and other sourcing initiatives to facilitate the procurement process
  • Work with business owners to ensure that goods and services that are required are procured at an optimized cost with robust contracting language
  • Ensure continuous, reliable supply of goods and services that drives an uninterrupted flow
  • Contribute cost savings to the organization
  • Act as an advisor to purchase requisitioners, managers and director level business partners to enable execution of procurement initiatives that will ensure vendor selections and awards are cost competitive and focused on delivering superior service
  • Consult with members of assigned business unit(s) to identify and understand current and future initiatives in support of the AFP, then define sourcing strategies and initiatives that will support them
  • Assist in the development of annual procurement plan for assigned business unit(s), based on business requirements, available resources (internal and external), existing contract expirations, and strategic market opportunities
  • With the larger Global Indirect Procurement Team, identify opportunities to aggregate spend for specific commodities across locations and business units
  • Facilitate and assist in various sourcing initiatives. Where appropriate, initiate and support efforts to standardize, substitute or eliminate commodities and/or suppliers
  • Develop vendor selection criteria and processes, and ensure that they are communicated clearly and applied fairly and consistently to each selection decision
  • Emphasis is on increasing responsibility for structuring and managing complex transactions
  • Draft and negotiate agreements with vendors that achieve the optimal combination of quality, price, service, and risk mitigation
  • Collaborate with business managers to perform regular supplier performance evaluations
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge in procurement practices and technologies as well as in market trends related to assigned categories of goods and services
  • For each procurement project, develop a tactical plan for project execution, including clearly defined accountabilities of each team member; communicate plan to team members and stakeholders and provide timely updates; execute against this plan
  • Contribute to a “toolkit” of standard tools and processes to be used for all procurement projects
  • Participate in team-building activities among managers to foster open communication and leverage of available knowledge and skills
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Indirect Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Conduct low dollar RFx for local needs not assigned to strategic channels
  • Issue purchase orders to external suppliers for indirect materials and services
  • Ensure data accuracy and contract compliance in the purchase requisitions
  • Resolve issues related to order management
  • Assist in coordination/processing requests for supplier on-boarding and ensure fulfillment of requirements
  • Maintain vendor master data in MDM and SAP
  • Maintain relevant purchasing data in various systems (SAP, SRM, MDM, etc.)
  • Maintain catalogs in SRM
  • Provide support and training to the stakeholders in using various systems (SAP, MDM, SRM, etc.)
  • Ensure compliance to applicable Harman and Indirect Procurement guidelines, policies or principles, including external signature and legal requirements, code of conduct, financial and SOX requirements
  • Generate procurement reports from source systems (spend, transaction reports, etc.)
  • Interact with internal stakeholders and external suppliers
  • Other increased activities according to the job, based on competences, as assigned and required
  • Require a degree in Procurement, Business Services, Business Operation, Supply Management, Materials, or related field
  • 1+ years experience in supporting procurement activities
  • Certification: as available
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Indirect Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Execute implementation of SCM Strategy in alignment with relevant category team
  • Purchase IM&S according to required specification, price, delivery schedule and terms in several European countries
  • Manage the cooperation with a portfolio of ABB approved suppliers and oversees their performance
  • Provide market information, analyze and evaluate bids in order to determine the optimal value and negotiate agreements with main suppliers
  • Initiation and implementation of cost-out programs and/or processes to reach financial targets and recommend optimization solutions
  • Coordinate supply orders, delivery and invoice processing together with reports and updates in the systems
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Indirect Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Bachelor level degree in Business Administration, Economics, Industrial Engineering or Engineering, or directly applicable work experience, MBA desired
  • Minimum of 3 – 5 years of relevant indirect procurement work experience in a major international corporation
  • Previous experience in one or more areas of Energy, MRO or Temporary Labor will be an advantage
  • Fluency in English, both written and spoken, another European language, i.e. German, will be an asset
  • High level of persuasiveness and assertiveness
  • Proven quality focus in providing internal customer solutions
  • Demonstrated ability to evolve efficiently to complete purchasing activities
  • Experience in developing internal and external relationships and partnerships with selected suppliers
  • Strong communication and presentation skills and a proven ability to work with employees at all levels of the organization
  • Team player and able to work well in a global team environment
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Indirect Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Member of Regional/Country site's Procurement team at respective site in Asia. Team will consist of 2 – 10 member
  • To achieve respective region/Country site's targets across all In Direct/Plant Services spent. Targets will be achieved jointly with both businesses and functions
  • Operationalize respective In Direct/plant service buy/Documentation according to Procurement policy and procedure
  • Work with Asia Indirect team to translate global category strategies into regional/Country strategies
  • Support category leads coordinate globally (where applicable)
  • Consistently monitor respective Direct/In Direct/MRO/P&E buy coverage & engagement – ensure business needs are being represented & incorporated into local Procurement strategies
  • Work with Asia Indirect Teams to provide regional demand requirements, support needs, and ensure center driven resources and efforts are effectively leveraged for Global/Regional Key focused category
  • Manage designated supplier relationships with Supplier Performance Dashboard at region/Country level
  • Maintaining all Procurement record and catalog in Procurement system (e.g. iPROC)
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Indirect Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Requisitions (PRs)/Purchase Orders (POs)
  • Managing non shipping supplies open POs ensuring that none are older than 6 months
  • Expediting purchase Orders and tracking deliveries to ensure on time delivery
  • Working with Stores to manage general supplies and effective management of PO receipts
  • Vendor Applications
  • Investigating Invoice Queries
  • Point of contact for all suppliers and liaising with Accounts via invoice on hold database and weekly calls to expedite all invoicing queries in a timely manner
  • Shipping Supplies
  • Assisting the Procurement Manager with managing shipping supplies stock
  • Liaising with Stores to ensure that the Cycle Counts are correct and timely
  • Other Responsibilities
  • Obtaining quotations
  • Assisting with month end close
  • Computer literacy with Microsoft packages (including Word, Outlook, Excel & PowerPoint), advantage would be previous use of Oracle
  • Previous SRM (supplier relationship management) experience
  • Good communication skills both Internal/External
  • Flexible Attitude
  • Ownership of Task including decision making
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Indirect Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Minimum 3-5 years of experience in Purchasing or same/similar Industry work experience (eg: Automobile/quality/engineering/costing/ etc…)
  • Purchasing professional background and/or supply chain/technical background
  • Ability to work in complex organization and to manage wide transversal network
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Indirect Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Responsible for procurement business system data input and integrity; creates and maintains bills of material and parts/commodities numbers in supply chain management or other enterprise wide systems
  • Performs cost analysis and volume planning for major commodities (e.g., materials, components, equipment and services)
  • Works with management to address all aspects of commodity management, including procurement support, commodity business plans, market trends assessment, pricing, and product availability
  • Works with vendors to setup and optimize supply programs for indirect materials
  • Three to five years of experience in Supply Chain management
  • Proven experience within high volume manufacturing environment
  • ISM/APICS Certification a plus
  • Administrative and technical leadership skills with ability to interface well with other departments, and lead effectively and efficiently in a team environment
  • Strong interpersonal, written communication and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office software
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Indirect Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Ensure Purchases are Policy compliant and documented for auditing (According to the Quotation Limit Requirements)
  • Enforce Procurement Strategies according to the Category (According to the PPM and How 2 buy)
  • Secure quality/accuracy in the PO fields/information (Items information and attachments)
  • Secure quality/accuracy in the PR fields (Commodity Code, Cost Savings) to make sure the approval flow is correct and accurate information is reflected in spend and ATF reports
  • Assure Tax/Shipping and other finance considerations for the correct PO processing/payment
  • TIGERS Suppliers information maintenance
  • Achieve key performance metric goals against quality, productivity, customer satisfaction and cost
  • Executes some aspects of the action plans associated with Solution and Operations activities within their area
  • Acquires and maintains understanding of existing solutions, operations and business processes
  • Monitors these solutions and contributes to the identification and implementation of new solutions
  • Participate in projects initiated by Indirect
  • Procurement teams
  • Other ad hoc tasks as determined by the Purchasing Manager
  • To be Involved and provide full support in Greenfield Project Implementation
  • Candidate must possess at least a Bachelor's Degree in any related field
  • Supply Chain or Procurement knowledge would be added advantage
  • Microsoft competency level at least advance level
  • Candidate must also possess good communication and presentation skills
  • Additional Language Hebrew would be added advantage
  • Strong attention to detail, Pro-active, Team player, self motivated and able to work independently in a fast-paced business environment
  • Knowledge in TIGERS or ORACLE will be added advantage
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Junior Indirect Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Reviews and provides analytical support for bids, quotes and proposals
  • Apply policies and processes to ensure that all sourcing activities comply with company and regulatory directives
  • Manages electronic systems for contracts, pricing, savings initiatives tracking and reporting system
  • Interfaces with Purchasing Commodity Buyers/Managers, Planners, Process Engineers, Quality Assurance, various Finance/Accounting personnel, Operations/Production personnel, and Suppliers
  • Effectively maintains Supplier Files to meet requirements and keep current, accurate
  • Provides Indirect Buying support for Purchasing to support company goals
  • Identify sources and get bids from Suppliers to get best value for parts, products
  • Understands and utilizes company Tools, Policies, Strategies to control Indirect spend and meet targeted savings and budget spend
  • Ensure 100% compliance with program through creation of checks & balances
  • Support Risk Assessment and Mitigation
  • Communicate findings from Supplier Assessment/Quality Survey to appropriate people
  • Assist in development of robust Supplier Performance Management Process with specific focus on supplier quality
  • Utilize “Kaizen” and Lean Manufacturing techniques for continuous improvement
  • Provide the necessary leadership for educating and communicating roles, responsibilities and initiatives to other departments in this cross functional position
  • Support and/or participates in cross-functional project teams related to planning, product and process improvement initiatives
  • Create/Modify & Administer Supplier Assessment, Qualification, and Certification Program documents. Follow SOP’s to add, edit, or delete Suppliers from the Approved Supplier List
  • Teamwork –must be willing and able to work closely with other departments, peers, etc
  • Ability to influence others – must be able to inform, convince, and persuade others to action on key initiatives
  • Results orientation – must deliver results
  • Communication—must be able to effectively communicate in both written and verbal forms
  • Analytical problem solver and data-driven decision making abilities
  • Ability to communicate to all levels of the organization
  • Effectively work in cross functional environment between engineering, quality, marketing, sales, etc…
  • Ability to negotiate and interacts with suppliers
  • Operates with utmost integrity
  • Outstanding interpersonal and teamwork skills
  • Positive and self-motivated
  • Supports daily management and maintains a kaizen/continuous improvement focus
  • A college degree or 3 years related experience
  • Experience in a regulated environment
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Indirect Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Identify opportunities for Tenneco to leverage volumes on selected commodities to obtain the lowest total cost of materials and services
  • Development and implementation of strategic cost models to control life cycle costs and quality
  • Collect data on plant volumes and spend, determines service and quality requirements, researches potential sources, solicits proposals, analyzes, and makes sourcing recommendations
  • Lead cross functional sourcing teams and develop strategies to exceed operational requirements
  • Negotiate long term agreements and actively participate in global negotiations where applicable
  • Support the development and align respective suppliers with published commodity strategies
  • Assist Tenneco sites in successful implementation of LTA’s and insure resolution of open issues. Develop and monitor supplier performance to metrics established
  • Manage supplier productivity programs for assigned commodities and work with the manufacturing plants to reduce Tenneco’s overall cost of doing business
  • Maintain compliance to purchasing policies and procedures
  • Provide appropriate reports and analysis as required
  • Interface and assist with capital and tooling acquisitions
  • Maintains records of cost savings achieved in the TVM system
  • Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain Management or Business, Accounting or Finance with related work in Purchasing/Supply Chain
  • Minimum 2 years' relevant work experience to include commodity management
  • Experience in managing spend of $40M
  • Experience managing facilities with 25 or more locations
  • Demonstrated annual cost savings
  • Automotive experience
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Indirect Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Catalog Set Up and Maintenance (excluding PunchOuts)
  • Knowledge of Contract Management and Procurement Process (end to end)
  • Participate in projects initiated by Indirect Procurement teams - Other ad hoc tasks as determined by the Purchasing Manager
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Indirect Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Assure the TIGERS Suppliers information is correct and current, include supplier setup and update the latest information as per required
  • Achieve key performance metric goals against quality, productivity, customer satisfaction, and cost
  • Acquires and maintains understanding of existing solutions, operations, and business processes
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Indirect Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Evaluates supplier quotations to obtain the best overall purchase on behalf of the company
  • Establish supplier Long Term Agreements and supplier giveback terms
  • Establishes supplier credit terms and the completion of credit applications
  • Annually reviews subcontracted services, renting, and leasing
  • Quarterly reviews MRO, and Services with Powertrain divisions
  • Establishes and maintains controls for quantity, price and delivery of all incoming purchased items
  • Establishes and maintains controls to receive replacement items and/or credit on all returns to suppliers
  • Develop/deliver cost savings in indirect materials & services commodity business plans
  • Negotiating and maintaining travel contracts
  • Place purchase orders with suppliers in a timely manner to meet the business needs
  • Follow purchasing best practice and procedures
  • Follow up on orders to ensure on-time delivery and adherence to commitments from suppliers
  • Prepares and file procurement and material statistics and reports upon request
  • Enters information / data into SAP ERP system based on detailed instructions
  • Working closely with plant personnel to support future department needs for purchased components or services
  • Accountable for supporting purchasing department goals and individual supplier PPV performance
  • Follows the policies and guidelines as outlined in the Employee Handbook
  • Aids and assist in department reports and presentations
  • Associates degree required
  • Basic knowledge of MRO
  • Experience working in SAP
  • Must have 1-2 years purchasing experience
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Indirect Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Champion procurement process (through Web based system) in line with European Procurement rules for St Athan facilities
  • Achieve Departmental Targets and Goals including (but not limited to) TDC targets
  • Understand the needs of internal customers and wider business impact to confidently enter into total cost and contractual negotiations with current and potential suppliers
  • Develop and maintain commodity strategies for a specific range of commodities, ensuring that AML is kept up to date on market place commercial and technical developments, as well as potential suppliers. Collaboration with other areas of AML on maintaining commodity strategies which meet the short as well as the long term aims of the business
  • Evaluate cost data, work diligently to identify cost saving opportunities. Quickly assimilate supplier and AML processes in order to positively impact purchasing performance
  • Understand and apply purchasing tools and techniques to close cost gaps and achieve value for money whilst maintaining supplier relationships
  • Manage supplier performance to support project deliverables
  • Constantly strive for process improvement opportunities internally, as well as with the Supplier base, focussing on business ‘Best Practice’ initiatives
  • Educated to Degree level and a full member of CIPS, or at least working towards this
  • Previous purchasing experience is desirable
  • Previous experience in contract negotiation desirable
  • Post holder should hold a full driving licence and be prepared to travel where their specific work responsibilities require
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Junior Indirect Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Manage purchase requisitions from the wider business and assign to the appropriate team member
  • Responsible for ensuring standard maintenance, subscription and support renewals are renewed on time at the best negotiated price
  • Supporting team members in the raising of all Indirect Procurement Purchase Orders
  • Going out to market for supplier quotations and negotiating pricing where possible
  • Undertaking analysis of various data streams to ensure the business has the most accurate, up to date information available to them
  • Responsible for the distribution of Management Information reports to stakeholders across the business
  • Undertaking Market Research for the purposes of Category reviews, project groundwork and future opportunity identification
  • Ownership and administration of filing systems and reporting trackers within the Indirect Procurement function
  • Supporting the Indirect Procurement management with any ad-hoc requests that they may have
  • Ability to communicate and influence /educate confidently at all levels
  • Ability to make commercially focused decisions
  • Ability to work under pressure; resilient and self-motivated
  • Ability to build and maintain internal and external working relationships
  • Ability to plan and prioritise a demanding workload effectively
  • Enthusiasm and ability to work as part of a team and independently
  • Ability to think and work within a diverse range of established company procedures and standards and able to adapt to new policies as introduced
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Indirect Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Receives purchase requisitions from all departments and, within established guidelines, places the orders with approved suppliers
  • 80% English (written, read, spoken)
  • 3 years of experience in purchasing
  • Knowledge of local shipping regulations
  • Knowledge in MFG-Pro
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Indirect Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

  • To provide and develop purchasing expertise and develop / implement agreements with suppliers which are critical to the success of Business
  • Keep track of changes in the operational environment and update the procedure and practices on a timely basis to be in compliance with internal and external standards
  • Indirect purchasing activities for assigned operation site including plants and offices, as well as other assigned cross country purchasing activities
  • Identify supplier resources with competitiveness for the provision of goods and services as required by the company
  • Execute negotiation for purchasing contracts and deliver agreed savings
  • Ensure payment terms and other contract arrangements set with suppliers are in line with Huntsman purchasing policy and procedures
  • Ensure the products and services delivered by suppliers meet the spec, EHS, and operational needs on a cost effectiveness way
  • Acting as contact point between business and suppliers to ensure material supply source, material supply logistics and materials supply quality meet business requirements
  • Defines the purchasing strategy together with management in line with global strategy of the division and the guidelines defined by the group
  • Support on purchasing request for logistics and warehouse when necessary
  • Implement PO in system and follow up PO confirmation and delivery to meet business need on time
  • Maintain Vendor Master Data request within responsive scope
  • 3 years purchasing experience in MNC on categories of chemicals and/or MRO, equipment, etc
  • Solid experience of project purchasing management is strongly desired
  • A solid understanding of contracts and related laws and regulations
  • Familiar with ERP system and other basic computer software
  • Fluent in English both written & oral
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Indirect Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Prepares, reviews, and issues purchase orders and makes the necessary changes to existing orders to reflect actual product requirement needs
  • Assesses vendor quotes and bids for accuracy and cost competitiveness using competitive strategies
  • Purchases Indirect material, Packaging, Services, Facilities and other related Non-Production product or assigned products as necessary
  • Assists in designing and implementing outcomes of cost savings programs related to continuous improvement in the purchasing department and monitors on a consecutive basis
  • Ensures timely delivery by providing follow up measures and expedites vendor deliveries for MRO PO’s as necessary
  • Completes and performs other duties/tasks as may be assigned
  • May acquire and monitor outside services contracted to meet temporary needs of the facility
  • Knowledge of statutory regulations concerning health, safety and environmental standards
  • Strong project and program management skills
  • Education - Bachelors Degree or Purchasing Degree
  • Experience - 5 +
  • Working Knowledge - Assignments require a good working knowledge of procedures, operating methods and supervisory practice or education that develops knowledge of a manufacturing environment
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Indirect Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Process loan applications received through the Indirect channel
  • Assists funders in problem resolutions that arise in order to maintain good dealer relationship
  • Follow up on approvals given and securing deal is sent to Patelco
  • Work with both the Indirect and Consumer Underwriting manager
  • Car sale support – liaison to dealers, communicating rate structure to ensure dealers do not misquote, relaying to dealer decision made and getting feedback on positive/negative for future sales
  • Travel to Davis occasionally to provide training and other areas of support to funders
  • Review loans within the 15 minute turnaround including cross selling of Patelco products and services
  • Provide professional, friendly and efficient member service to all dealers, members and staff
  • Return voicemail messages promptly
  • Recognize alternatives to loan products beneficial to members based on circumstance and review with peers or manager for further recommendation
  • Reply to staff questions in a professional and expedient manner
  • Offer suggestions and recommendations as solutions and ways to enhance the working environment
  • Educate and train staff and dealers to increase lending knowledge associated with member and credit union benefits
  • Take ownership and the initiative to problem solving seeking manager assistance when needed
  • Recognize priority and relative importance of individual, departmental and organizational goals
  • Complete and pass all training modules within allotted time frame
  • Solicit all loan and share products including mortgage loan referrals and promotion eligible to members when analyzing loans
  • Support the credit union’s efforts to identify and report member’s transactions in accordance with the Bank Secrecy Act
  • Internal transfer employees must have at least 1 year loan processing experience submitting applications accurately with appropriate notes and recommendations based on credit reports
  • External candidates must possess 3 years in the credit lending field with 1 year in underwriting preferred
  • Work flexible shifts and support Car Sale events both on and off location
  • Proficient in MS Windows and Office (Word & Excel)
  • Has experience with Summit, Origins
  • Have outstanding written and verbal communication skills
  • Bilingual in any language, preferred but not required
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Indirect Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Regard safety as a core value; be actively involved in safety initiatives
  • Analyze and plan material requirements by determining the quantity and date materials are needed to ensure optimal inventory levels
  • Make comparative cost analyses in order to determine the most effective and efficient options for inventory of production and shop supplies
  • Audit invoices to ensure that correct charges have been applied
  • Negotiate prices and rates in accordance to company guidelines and standards
  • Work closely with BUMs, Maintenance Manager and Site Analyst to ensure adherence to department budgets
  • Manage site match exceptions and invoice reconciliations for all departments
  • Be a liaison between corporate procurement and PFF on all initiatives related to site related purchasing and vendor agreements
  • Manage indirect suppliers for performance, including on time service, product quality and price
  • Prepare stocking levels and analyze trends in supplies usage and stocking levels
  • Participate or lead process effectiveness and continuous improvement projects
  • Interface with suppliers and vendor representatives to ensure requirements are met
  • Support ELS ,Continuous Improvement and AIM projects and initiatives as required
  • Responsible for project management (including 6 Sigma) and administration, including determining the direction and implementation of the project. For assigned projects; prepare detail of work plan and schedule, complete detailed analysis and research, identify options, prepare reports for management and recommend action or change
  • Serve as primary liaison to a business unit and support functions to ensure their purchasing, office supplies and material management needs are met. Act as a focal point for interpretation of related policies and procedures
  • Previous indirect procurement and supplier / vendor management experience preferred ( ex. suppliers, repairs and operation purchasing functions)
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MRO Indirect Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Procurement of MRO/Indirect Buy
  • Execute Indirect and MRO strategy with DCO Commodity Director to support each SBU and Operation Center with optimum quality, delivery and cost across MRO and indirect products and services
  • Responsibility may also include procurement of low quantity spend or product specific commodities such as motors, special hardware or raw products purchased to customer drawings and specifications
  • Process purchase requisitions and issue purchase orders as required
  • Manage the sourcing process through detail sourcing analysis, evaluation, negotiation, and award with support and guidance with indirect and MRO commodity leader
  • Develop optimal number(s) of suppliers across Indirect/MRO commodity, including appropriate mix of local suppliers to achieve best plant service with flexibility and companywide strategy
  • Build and maintain strong and effective relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers to ensure that service delivery meets the expectation of key business stakeholders
  • Maintain and manage existing supply agreements with key suppliers, assist in negotiating price, quality, and delivery expectations on both short-term and longer-term agreements
  • Performance Tracking and Measurement
  • Work with internal stakeholders to manage and develop key performance measures and processes to ensure consistency of practice and cost effective delivery of supplies and service
  • Drive and achieve Indirect/MRO commodity KPI (Key Performance Indicator) goals aligned to the AOP (Annual Operating Plan) and LRP (Long Range Plan) including Working Capital, supplier rationalization, PPV (Purchase Price Variance), inventory reduction
  • Support in achieving the overall category targets and objectives to attain overall budget performance as well as expected internal/external performance for best quality, delivery and cost
  • Establish and execute goals, improvement plans, service levels, business reviews and monthly reporting in consultation with indirect/MRO commodity leader and key business stakeholders
  • Drive & innovate supplier improvements and performance by identifying and implementing solutions to business problems, and cross-functional within assigned categories
  • Drive continuous improvement in all aspects of indirect procurement (e.g.: supplier improvements; procure to pay process improvements; recommend new sources of supply)
  • Drive cost reduction initiatives with suppliers within Indirect/MRO area
  • Support development of standardization, guidelines, and policy compliance requirements across category level
  • Experienced procurement professional with technical knowledge; preferably in aerospace industry
  • Prefer 2-4 years’ experience with new product introductions in a manufacturing setting
  • Strong collaboration and facilitation skills supporting projects that cross multiple functional areas
  • Excellent customer focus – internal and external
  • Bachelor degree, or equivalent experience, in Business, Supply Chain, or other related degree
  • Working experience with QS/ISO, ERP, or MRP
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Indirect Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Must be comfortable using excel and inventory control system to enter data daily
  • Coordination of Maintenance, Repair, and Operation (MRO) Items. Assist in identifying needs, and specifying and implementing solutions
  • Coordination and expediting of purchasing orders, maintaining appropriate inventory levels, request for quotations (RFQ’s), and identifying opportunities to minimize costs whenever possible
  • Participate in supplier negotiations and develop cost savings programs in both price and total applied costs
  • Assist with receiving functions when required
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Indirect Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

  • Manages all activities related to procurement of the indirect commodity beginning with intent to purchase through delivery
  • Analyzes the requirements of the purchases, including preliminary specifications, preferred suppliers, and schedule when deliverables are is needed
  • Solicits and evaluates proposals for the managed spend. Understands the different levels of complexity in various quote packages and can evaluate proposal responses accordingly
  • Investigates and interviews potential suppliers to determine if they meet the specified requirements. Also evaluates the most appropriate supplier to be used for various purchased items and recommends the appropriate supplier to be used
  • Coordinates with enterprise commodity team to utilize enterprise suppliers to the maximum extent possible
  • Negotiates the lowest total cost for the commodity. Cost reduction and avoidance is a key metric of this role
  • Implements purchase contracts (ie Purchase orders, etc) that comply with company and government regulations
  • Maintains timely control of orders, amendments, shipping notices, invoices, and other documents to assure accurate retention of records and compliance with all department procedures and goals
  • Bachelor's degree in Business or related field required
  • 5 to 7 years of related Supply Chain/commodity buying experience
  • Experience with electronics and controls a plus
  • Experience with engineering componets purchasing a plus
  • Ability to function well in a fast paced, high pressure environment
  • Able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
  • Candidates will be required to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
  • Skilled in writing Statements of Work
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as specifications, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals preferred
  • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence and the ability to speak effectively before groups of internal customers or employees of the organization
  • Excellent PC skills (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)
  • Negotiations and contract management experience needed
  • Ability to travel approximately 10% although the expectation is not to have extensive travel associated with this function
  • Experience with government procurement regulations (FAR) a plus
  • Knowledge of MRP software, preferably JD Edwards