Our client, a French multinational company that specializes in digital automation and energy management, is looking to hire a Buyer to join their team 100% ONSITE in Fairfield, Ohio!
*** This begins as a 12-month contract with any opportunity to extend/convert ***
Responsibilities
Organize and optimize the procurement of components with our suppliers by following the SPS principles
Responsible for logistic solutions including batch size, lead time, packaging, ABC/FMR analysis, components stocking policy, consignment stock
Responsible for accuracy and analysis of supplier's forecast
Monitor and improve upstream supply chain performance (reviewing KPIs and leading projects to optimize resources)
Lead continuous improvement projects
Manage corrective and preventive actions to solve upstream supply chain issues (ex. excess inventory, supplier OTD, Kanban card analysis)
Escalate critical supplier issues to senior management
Ensure quality and consistency of key parameters of supply and stock management (ex : Replenishment Lead Time, Quantity, Frequency, Stocking policy)
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Operations, Engineering, or related field
3+ years of scheduling/planning experience
Experience analyzing numbers, trends, and data and making decisions based on the findings
Ability to make independent decisions with little supervision
Partner, influence, collaborate & communicate across the enterprise and with external stakeholders
Strong verbal / presentation and written communications skills working in a complex organization.
Proficiency user of Microsoft Office & EPR systems
You will receive the following benefits:
Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
Vision Benefits
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
401(k) including match
Paid Sick Time Leave
Legal and Identity Protection Plans
Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
529 College Saver Plan
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis now and in the future.