Come grow with us! Broadwind Industrial Solutions is adding a Buyer to our team in Sanford, NC. The position purchases materials, supplies and services at the most favorable terms for the organization. The Buyer will work on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role where work is closely managed.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Alert Purchasing and Production teams of any delivery issues that may impact customer / WO promise dates.
- Confirm Purchase orders, update PO lines with delivery dates, and or date changes.
- Update PO lines tied to RMA’s, SDR’s, and RFI’s and alerts the proper team member.
- Assist with quoting.
- Schedule pick-ups from suppliers.
- Assist QC department with documentation requests from customers as required.
- Using MRP data, analyze the requirements of the material, including preliminary specifications, preferred supplier, and date material is needed in order to meet the demand of the customer and maximize production productivity.
- Evaluate new material/product specifications to identify prospective sources and determine should-cost.
- Solicit and evaluate proposals for the requested material.
- Communicate with suppliers on service, quality, inventory, and material movement.
- All other duties as assigned.
Academic/Experience/Credentials/Certifications:
- High School degree or equivalent; AA Degree preferred.
- Purchasing experience required.
- 2+ years’ experience with a production/manufacturing environment and/or customer support experience.
- ERP system experience required, xTuple a plus.
Specialized Skills & Abilities:
- A strong degree of personal initiative, motivation and positive attitude.
- Knowledge of supply and demand process.
- Familiarity with scheduling systems.
- Effective at problem-solving and planning.
- Able to handle multiple assignments with minimal supervision and appropriate prioritization.
- MS office, with intermediate Excel skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with various departments and management.
- Ability to work effectively with others and communicate requirements to those who do not directly report to the position.
Broadwind Industrial Solutions, LLC. focuses on distribution, kitting, supply chain services and electromechanical assemblies. While Broadwind Industrial Solutions historical focus was supporting the gas turbine industry, we have expanded into other industries including solar and industrial OEMs. We have capabilities to deliver complex solutions from our Sanford, NC facility.
Broadwind is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please visit our website at www.bwen.com to learn more!
