Buyer, Orangeburg SC at Zeus Company Inc. in Orangeburg, South Carolina

Job Description:

Job Description




Job Summary


Buyer must work as a member of the purchasing team along with internal customers to source and procure materials and services with the ability to expedite purchase orders when necessary. The Buyer must possess the ability to collect and analyze information leading to data driven decision making.



Job Responsibilities

• Reviews requisitions, purchase orders, and Oracle data for accuracy and conformance with established policies and procedures.
• Obtains oral and/or written quotations from suppliers as needed or directed.
• Expedites purchase orders when necessary and notifies requestors of the expected delivery dates and follows up on back orders.
• Maintains accurate supplier/department files.
• Utilizes alternative supply sources to fill orders as directed.
• Identifies alternate suppliers when there are material shortages or longer than required lead-times.
• Meets with suppliers seeking to establish relationships with Zeus. Reviews materials presented and forwards the information to the appropriate purchasing team members along with recommendations for further consideration.
• Buyer works with Corporate Quality Assurance Engineer to ensure suppliers and the products they supply meet the requirements of the Zeus Quality Management System set forth by procedures, policies and specifications.
• Performs daily maintenance of Oracle Item Catalog and maintain up-to-date pricing and supplier information ensuring immediate and accurate access to information in Iprocurement.
• Analyze inventory transactions, recommend min/max targets and follows corporate guidelines in order to maintain adequate inventory levels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• 2-3 years of related experience preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office with an emphasis in Excel, Word, Outlook and Power Point. .
• Ability to work cooperatively as a member of the purchasing team along with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Well-organized, high attention to detail, and able to carry out assignments with moderate supervision.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and problem-solving skills essential

About Us



Zeus Industrial Products, headquartered in Orangeburg, South Carolina, is the world's leading polymer extrusion manufacturer and material science innovator. More than 50 years of experience in medical, aerospace, energy, automotive, fiber optics, and more allows us to set the bar high.


Zeus is a great place to work. Expectations are high; our work is meticulous and very precise. Zeus offers an opportunity to join a very successful, family-oriented team. Our products are cutting-edge, our process is unique, and our quality and customer focus are second-to-none. We are a leader in our field and have great relationships with our customers and team members. Many of our team members are the best at what they do in the world. Our customers are leaders in their fields. Our products help save lives.


Continuous Improvement is a way of life at Zeus. Successful candidates will have a desire and ability to take our manufacturing process to the next level. Expectations are high; our work is meticulous and very precise. You must possess the ability to work independently; and the desire to learn a variety of skills. The ability to communicate clearly is imperative, as is the ability to manipulate data using various software packages.


At Zeus, what we do matters, and we pride ourselves in "Turning polymers into possibilities." Expectations are high; our products are cutting-edge, our process is unique, and our quality and customer focus are second-to-none.


Our employees and our customers are at the center of everything we do. Those relationships have been built on a foundation that is supported by our Mission and Vision:


Our Mission: Provide Solutions - Enable Innovation - Enhance Lives


Our Vision: Working Together - Doing It Better


Zeus is an exciting, innovative company that offers competitive pay and a great benefits package. As we continue to push the boundaries of polymer science, we're constantly in need of new ideas, new expertise, and new team members. Are you ready to join us?
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