Buyer

• Coordinate purchasing activities for raw materials, MRO, and other services requested by internal customers
• Maintain departmental KPIs for cost effectiveness, on-time purchase-order delivery, and supplier quality
• Develop and maintain working relationships with assigned suppliers
• Monitor stock and local warehouse inventories and plan quantities needed based on production and delivery plans
• Negotiate contracts and delivery conditions for parts, materials, or services
• Ensure timely procurement and order management
• Report supplier performance and announce and clarify claims when necessary
• Communicate with suppliers regarding contract negotiations, delivery follow-up, order rescheduling, and returns of non-conforming orders