Buyer

We are currently seeking an experienced Buyer to join our team in Clackamas, OR.

In this role, you'll manage assigned commodities by building and maintaining strong supplier relationships while driving cost containment and cost reduction initiatives.

You'll also support new product introductions, source new suppliers, and continuously develop existing suppliers within your assigned commodities.

This is a great opportunity to join a stable, growing manufacturing company that offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Location: Clackamas, OR
Pay: $65,000-$80,000 (DOE)
Schedule: 100% onsite, Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-4:00 PM

About the Role:

The Buyer manages assigned commodities establishing and maintaining the supplier relationship.

The employee will be responsible for cost containment and reduction, assisting with new product introductions and related project support, sourcing new suppliers, and continuous development of existing suppliers for each assigned commodity.

What You'll Do:


* Manages suppliers for assigned commodities by negotiating price, delivery, quality and service levels with vendors


* Understands supplier reviews/evaluations for quality, on-time delivery, and cost competitiveness


* Resolves supplier performance issues that negatively impact Cornell's ability to fill customer orders (i.e.: nonconforming material returns and replacement, late delivery, cost increase, etc.)


* Initiates RFP's and RFQ's from the simple to the complex


* Responsible for procuring proper materials in the appropriate quantities from qualified suppliers utilizing the MRP system


* Pursue cost reductions and/or profit improvement through cooperative efforts with supply base.


* Maintains inventory control by managing inventory levels of assigned commodities along with identifying and disposing of excess and inactive inventory.


* Generates/processes ECN's and NCR's when appropriate


* Follows ISO procedures in support of continuous process improvement


* Ability to travel as required.


* PC literate with experience utilizing Microsoft software office programs - (MS Word, MS Excel and MS Power Point).

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What You Should Bring:


* Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); ERP experience preferred


* Strong organizational and time-management skills


* Accurate data entry and attention to detail


* Effective written and verbal communication


* Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines


* Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team

WORKING CONDITIONS:

This role is primarily b...