Cranecompany

Sr Buyer

Burbank, California · Senior

Sponsorship not specified$100k-$122kDetected 12 days ago

AgileExcelSupply ChainProcurementERPControlsLeadershipCommunication

About the role

This role serves as the communication and logistical link between Value Streams, Supervisors, Marketing, Master Scheduling, and Purchasing, while driving continuous improvement initiatives and fostering supplier relationships
Share best practices across the team and take on additional responsibilities as needed.
Obtain quotes from suppliers for production materials and Outside Processing operations.

The Senior Buyer is a subject matter expert in materials planning and procurement, responsible for managing all aspects of purchasing components from suppliers to ensure timely delivery of parts to support production needs.
Perform material requirements planning through close coordination with manufacturing personnel and external suppliers to support the Value Stream.
Establish and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers; escalate and communicate common supplier issues to Leadership, Procurement Specialists, and other Buyers.
Act as a lead within the Value Stream and serve as a liaison between the Value Stream and the Buyer Supervisor.
Collaborate with the Value Stream to achieve supply chain goals outlined in the value stream roadmap.
Develop and execute inventory action plans to maintain optimal inventory levels and achieve inventory turns goals for key production components.
Implement and train teams on pull-based replenishment systems (e.g., Kanban) to improve inventory turns and eliminate part shortages.
Monitor supplier orders to ensure timely shipment and delivery to support production schedules.
Drive improvements in supplier performance, including fill rates, quality, and lead times, to meet product mix and production needs.
Utilize Kaizen and other continuous improvement methodologies to enhance lead times, streamline material flow, and improve organizational efficiency.

Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of the manufacturing process used in the operating unit of assignment
Working knowledge of buying, and ordering procedures
Working knowledge of production planning, material requirements planning and Kanban systems
Proficiency in Excel and Word and ability to work with Access databases
BA or BS degree in Supply Chain, Business, or Materials-related field
5+ years of experience buying in a similar industry or demonstrated equivalent knowledge of supply chain function through work experience or school
In-depth knowledge of the manufacturing process used in the operating unit of assignment
It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications.
$99,728 - $122,453

Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.

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