Buyer
Delfield

JOB DESCRIPTION

Operating since 1949, The Delfield Company has a vision to continuously develop our best-in-class team, processes and products to strategically grow our brand, and deliver exceptional quality foodservice equipment to our customers. We attract talent and build careers. We empower you to grow with us. We recognize you and reward you. We win together as one team!

Under moderate supervision, this position purchases materials, supplies, and services at favorable terms for the organization. Responsibilities typically include qualifying vendors, evaluating bids, and working with vendors to resolve quality or delivery issues. Often works to resolve issues that are difficult and require critical thinking. Maintains an overview of the projected manufacturing schedule to anticipate plant needs, taking into consideration lead times and other supplier issues.

Qualifications

Major Accountability

• Obtains goods/services required by the organization including Indirect and Direct Operations
• Procurement processes include Product/Service Sourcing, Supplier Selection, Pricing/Terms Negotiation, Order Processing, Contract Administration, and Supplier Performance Management. This may include Strategic Sourcing.
• Monitor the production schedule to ensure that the manufacturing plant has all the needed materials to complete the schedule on time.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Manage vendor relationships
• Assesses supplier's products to ensure that they comply with specifications and meet the organization's quality standards.
• Analyzes and evaluates supplier bids, tenders, proposals, or quotations; negotiates prices and delivery conditions; and commits to purchases (within established limits of authority) with terms that are in the organization's best interest.
• Interprets inventory requests, production schedules, purchase requisitions, orders, and other documents to coordinate purchasing activities given current and anticipated demand for goods and materials.
• Monitors the quality and timeliness of materials and goods supplied; follows up on the status of purchase orders with vendors to ensure timely delivery; and communicates the status of orders with internal customers.
• Consistently operate in a manner that aligns with the Company's Core Values.

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Specialized Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities - Include Certifications, and software and/or equipment used to perform the job

• Prior purchasing experience and industry knowledge
• Strong computer skills, including ERP systems and MS Office
• Good quantitative, analytical, and financial skills.
• Good interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to effectively negotiate and influence.
• Good project management and multitasking skills
• Able to life 35 lbs., walk on the manufacturing floor, stand for extended periods, and travel by air, or car.
• Travel required >5%

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