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ICONMA, LLC Materials - Buyer - Indirect – Advanced in United States
Our Client, a Material Engineering company, is looking for a Materials - Buyer - Indirect – Advanced for their Austin, TX location. Responsibilities:
The expense buyer plays a pivotal role on the frontline of NPI supply chain operations responsible for expeditious prototype procurement. Buyer primary objective is to provide tactical procurement support to R&D engineering teams to complete proof of concept of new design validation accelerating time to market. Solves a range of internal and external supplier problems varying in complexity in a fast-paced environment. Analyzes possible solutions using standard procedures. Receives a moderate level of guidance and direction. Leads purchasing activities with manufacturing and engineering departments to maintain inventory at planned levels.
Leads problem resolution for material related accounting and receiving issues.
Develops methods of business simplification for the procurement function. Participates in the development of ISO documents for the purchasing function.
Manages activities of the purchasing group in the manager’s absence. Manages projects for purchasing; as required, monitors the cost, schedule and scope of assigned projects. Oversees workload distribution among Buyers; trains and audits activities of lower level personnel. Some travel visiting suppliers for performance management.
Requirements:
Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines
Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market
Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements
Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information
Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies
Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus
Why Should You Apply?
Health Benefits
Referral Program
Excellent growth and advancement opportunities
ICONMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by applicable law.