Senior Buyer

Buyer

B&B Roadway and Security Solutions, an ASSA ABLOY branded company, is looking for a Buyer in our Russellville, AL location. 

What you will be doing:

The Buyer will demonstrate competencies in sourcing raw materials and components directly related to the development of New and Existing Products. The Buyer will demonstrate competencies in making sourcing decisions with raw materials and components in a manufacturing environment, delivering annual cost savings projects, and negotiating with suppliers on long term supply management. The Buyer will also demonstrate strong and agile project management skills and facilitate/build relationships with suppliers and internal customers to obtain key initiatives that are in line with Ameristar’s vision and goals.  

Job Duties & Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must meet expectations of each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required. 

Education:   

• Bachelor’s degree Preferred – Preferably Supply Chain Management, Business, Accounting, or Engineering 

Experience:  

• Procurement experience directly related to sourcing and purchase order management required (Minimum 3 years) 

• Experience in procurement with New Product Development (Preferred) 

• Experience with Raw Materials and manufacturing related sourcing (Preferred) 

• Experience in managing supplier performance objectives (quality, price, delivery) 

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt (Preferred) 

Other: 

• Strong oral and written communication skills required 

• Analytical and problem-solving skills required 

• Strong Excel skills required 

• Strong negotiation skills required 

• Compliance with B&B Roadway and Security Solution’s principles and standards of Ethical Supply Management Conduct 

• Responsible for proposing cost savings projects and delivering annual cost savings target (3% of annual spend) 

• Evaluate new and existing suppliers for all purchases assigned 

• Responsible for identifying process improvements within procurement 

• Responsible for interpreting specifications and drawings provided by engineering and be able to provide quotations and sources for products needed in accordance to project timelines. 

• Responsible for recommending alternatives to products specified by Engineering and sales. 

• Responsible for analyzing costs for purchased products for Direct Material on existing and New Product 

• Assemble facts and data to make an informed decision on issues related to pricing, delivery, and quality. 

• Responsible for processing daily purchase orders, follow up on confirmations and late material deliveries 

• Responsible for tracking quality issues related to suppliers and managing corrective actions 

What we offer:

• Learning and career development opportunities, whether it’s online learning, management training or enhancing your skills.
• A competitive salary and incentive schemes.
• Variety of benefits including paid time off, medical, dental, vision, 401k, life insurance, disability insurance and a recognition program . . . .to name a few.