Our client is located in Morgan City, LA and looking to add a Sr. Buyer (Machining and Fabrication) to their team on a Contract to Hire basis. This role offers a hybrid working schedule.
Responsibilities:
Procurement of Materials and Equipment:
Source, negotiate, and procure machined parts, fabricated structures, and welded assemblies from suppliers.
Identify suppliers capable of delivering high-quality parts within required timeframes and at competitive prices.
Ensure compliance with material specifications, quality standards, and delivery schedules.
Vendor Management and Negotiation:
Negotiate prices, terms, and delivery schedules to secure competitive advantages.
Maintain a database of approved suppliers and evaluate supplier performance based on quality, delivery, and price.
Inventory Management:
Work with planning team to monitor inventory levels to ensure adequate stock without over stocking, preventing production delays or excess costs.
Quality Assurance:
Ensure purchased materials meet quality standards and specifications required for welding, machining, and fabrication work.
Order Management and Tracking:
Manage purchase orders, including order creation, tracking, and follow-up with suppliers to ensure timely delivery.
Supplier Relationship Management:
Develop and manage long-term relationships with critical suppliers.
Cultivate a strong business relationship with proper level of management at suppliers.
Supplier Performance and Risk Management:
Continually monitor supplier performance; utilizing team resources to mitigate any issues and meet specified performance targets.
Requirements:
5+ years in a purchasing or procurement role, or project management role ideally in a manufacturing, welding, or fabrication environment.
Knowledge of purchasing practices and procedures, materials, products, and the commodity market in an area of specialization.
Strong understanding of materials used in welding, machining, and fabrication (e.g., steel, aluminum, alloys, welding rods, cutting tools, etc.).
Familiarity with welding, machining, and fabrication processes.
Knowledge of supply chain management, vendor negotiations, and inventory management.