Lehigh Cement Company is seeking a Buyer based in our York, PA site.
*This is an in person / onsite role, NOT hybrid or remote*
SUMMARY
This position is a salaried exempt position.
MISSION
Provide support to the achievement of the purchasing and logistics functions of the plant by obtaining materials and services to meet the plant's needs.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Ensures plant and terminal materials and services are obtained in conjunction with ongoing cost reduction efforts.
Ensures inventory levels are maintained at appropriate levels as to limit excess while still meeting plant and terminal needs without interruption. Coordinate purchasing activities with other departments to maintain inventory at predetermined level.
Negotiate with vendors and suppliers to obtain optimal products and pricing.
Participates in problem resolution activities with material quality or customer service problems encompassing vendors and suppliers.
Maintains records of materials, prices, inventories, and deliveries. Prepares and completes purchasing inventory reports as needed.
Follow up on outstanding purchase orders. Expedite the purchase and delivery of materials, supplies or parts as needed.
Seek opportunities to reduce costs without compromising quality.
Effective use of SAP system specifically the Materials Management (MM) module. Experience in SD (Sales and Distribution) Module and ARIBA a plus.
Reviews purchase requisitions and prepares purchase orders. Consults catalogs and other references to obtain prices and specifications. Contact vendors and suppliers for quotes. Source new suppliers as needed or to increase purchasing power.
Studies markets, suppliers, and economic climate to maintain a general awareness of price trends, material availability and lead times.
Works in a team environment to develop new sources of supply where applicable ensuring acceptance by end-user.
Assume responsibility for the purchasing function in the Purchasing Manager's absence. May supervise staff.
May support logistics and finance functions in End of Month inventory, tracing inventory transfer movements from plant to terminals.
Coordinate & monitor shipments to ensure timely delivery and optimization of product & assets, managing cases & repairs with providers as necessary.
Audit Logistics Invoices to ensure vendor's billing accuracy, as well as identifying opportunities for cost reduction.
Ensure effective communications between terminals, sales, customers, carriers, etc., including but not limited to the compiling & distribution of logistics reports.
Assist internal & external stakeholders with logistics related requests.
Provide ad-hoc support of LWCC's Logistics systems; C-Scale, Steelroads, Vizion, etc.
Other Procurement and Logistics tasks as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS • EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree strongly preferred; Associates degree plus relevant experience required. • EXPERIENCE: Minimum 2-5 years of experience in a purchasing function, inventory control or logistics management. • SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE: Strong negotiation skills; solid interpersonal and communication skills • BUSINESS UDERSTANDING: Computer skills including MS Office suite of products; prior experience with inventory software preferred; SAP desired. • OTHER: Solid mathematical skills; strong attention to detail and follow-up; willingness and ability to travel.
"EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY - M/F/D/V"
EEO: LWCC is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status, or other classes. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations form or by contacting our HR department.