Buyer

　　Summary

　　Title: Buyer

　　ID: 2038019

　　Location: Tukwila, WA

　　Job Function : Operations Management

　　Description

　　A leading provider of specialized services to the global industrial, commercial and infrastructure markets, BrandSafway delivers access and scaffolding systems, forming and shoring, industrial services and related solutions to more than 32,000 customers worldwide. BrandSafway was formed when Brand Energy & Infrastructure Services and Safway Group combined in 2017. We are a corporation of 35,000 employees with operations in more than 35 countries.

　　At BrandSafway, we know our employees are our greatest asset, which is why we give them the tools, training and resources to be successful. SafeWorks, LLC is a subsidiary of BrandSafway, a leading global provider of access, specialized services, and forming and shoring solutions to the industrial, commercial and infrastructure end markets. SafeWorks, LLC is the global leader in powered suspended access solutions for commercial construction, elevator, infrastructure, power generation, offshore and wind energy markets. Since the introduction of the original Spider work basket in 1947, we have been designing, manufacturing, distributing and services suspended scaffolding and fall protection solutions to end users and through equipment dealers under the Spider, Power Climber, Power Climber Wind and DualLift brands.

　　Our growing company is looking for a talented results-driven Buyer with excellent negotiation skills to purchase materials needed to support manufacturing and branch operations.

　　Responsibilities

　　This position will procure a variety of materials to meet manufacturing and branch operational needs.

　　Evaluate requests and general inventories, negotiate for cost effective pricing, create purchase orders (POs) to effect ordering, payment terms, and confirm shipping and delivery are accurate and timely.

　　Assist Manufacturing and Branch managers to develop and maintain an inventory profile, reflecting our customer’s requirements and ensuring world class delivery and service.

　　Manage inventory levels at branch locations, maximize inventory turns, while maintaining stock levels required to service customer demand.

　　Purchase the highest quality merchandise, machinery, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, or services necessary at the lowest price and in correct amounts to meet manufacturing and branch operational needs.

　　Negotiate for the best possible pricing, delivery and payment terms.

　　Evaluate vendors on their ability to deliver products in a timely, cost-effective and quality manner and make recommendations for changes in source of supply where appropriate.

　　Prepare purchase orders (POs), solicit BIDs proposals and review requisitions for goods and services.

　　Research and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, production and distribution capabilities, and the supplier’s reputation and history.

　　Analyze price proposals, financial reports, and other data and information to determine reasonable prices.

　　Interview vendors and research supplier’s plants and distribution centers to examine and learn about products, services and prices.

　　Arrange the payment of duty and freight charges.

　　Adhere to company’s procurement policies and procedures.

　　Monitor shipments to ensure that goods come in on time, and in the event of problems trace shipments handle vendor discussions to determine corrective actions.

　　Follow-up undelivered goods or services when defective or unacceptable good or services are provided.

　　Monitor changes affecting supply and demand, tracking market conditions, price trends, or future markets.

　　Maintain and review requests for proposals (RFPs), purchase requests (PRs) accompanied with contracts and/or agreements.

　　Ensure purchase requests (PRs) and contracts and/or agreements are renewed an approved on a timely basis to minimize delays and/or disruption in the business.

　　Follow-up with suppliers on open order status, and to assure deliveries are made.

　　Respond promptly to internal inquiries.

　　Track deliveries of vendors where necessary.

　　Produce reports as required on the status of any ongoing purchasing project.

　　Understand manufacturing methods and procedures.

　　Other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.

　　Qualifications

　　Undergraduate degree in applicable field (Sourcing, Purchasing, Supply Chain, Finance) or equivalent experience and education.

　　3-5 years of procurement experience

　　Purchasing/sourcing/ supply chain experience in the manufacturing industry preferred.

　　Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) experience

　　JD Edwards preferred

　　Experience with both standard and custom production materials and sourcing

　　Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) is required.

　　Very strong negotiation, interpersonal and problem resolution skills.

　　Good written and oral communication skills.

　　Demonstrated ability to perform and adapt in a changing environment.

　　Strong project and time management skills.

　　Work well under pressure and must be able to work independently and be a self-starter.

　　Experience with both standard and custom production practices.

　　A “Can-Do” attitude approach to any challenge.

　　Able to communicate clearly with all levels in the organization.

　　Understanding of best practices in strategic, sourcing, process/supplier implementation and change management.

　　Good team player with integrity and leadership ability.

　　BrandSafway, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, special disabled or Vietnam or other era veteran status.

　　Notice to all potential job candidates:

　　Please be advised that BrandSafway will never require or ask for any fee from you in exchange for being considered, hired, promoted, transferred or having ongoing employment with us. It is a violation of our Code of Conduct if any employee requests any money or fee from you in exchange for any special treatment or consideration. If anyone, regardless whether an existing employee, or anyone else, requests payment of any fee in exchange for being hired into our company, you may confidentially contact our HR Compliance department at [email protected] and provide the name of the individual and any other documentation or proof of such an act.