Buyer (m/f/d)
- Cabka North America, Inc.
- Hazelwood, MO USA
- Presence
You want to be responsible for developing a key market with profitable growth? Join us in creating a future which makes us all proud!
Buyer (m/f/d)
based in St. Louis - Hazelwood MO, US
Your responsibilities
- Owns the procurement process supporting the overall company objectives in the areas of cost, profitability, productivity, quality, and sustainability.
- Research and interviews existing and prospective suppliers. Stays current on market trends. Identify suppliers that can meet the company's needs for materials, manufacturing or parts.
- Obtains supplier offers and independently negotiates pricing and general terms.
- Ensures purchases meet required technical specifications.
- Analyzes and assesses cost-saving opportunities.
- Prepares and supports make-or-buy decisions.
- Establishes and executes the company’s procurement methodology with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Issues purchase orders within SAP and forwards to suppliers as approved.
- Proactively manages the status of pending orders to ensure timely delivery.
- Conducts supplier market research and stays current on market trends. Identify suppliers that can meet the company's needs for materials, manufacturing or parts.
- Set terms and conditions for supplier relationships, and negotiate contracts for cost, quality, and sustainability. Onboarding supplier/vendors.
- Ensures compliance with the company’s internal controls within the procure-to-pay business cycle.
- Ensures compliance with all laws, regulations, and ethical standards.
Your profile
- BSc/BA in Business Administration or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of experience in the injection molding and recycling industries
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Proficient in MS Office programs
- Familiarity with ERPs, SAP preferred
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles
- Familiarity with inventory management models (Min/Max)
- Negotiation skills
- Performs other duties as required
- Knowledge of SRM (Vendor scorecard, Code of Conduct, Supplier Auditing, Quality Systems)
What we offer
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance