SummaryThe Materials Buyer will manage production suppliers. Plan all incoming Raw materials, purchased components, packaging, sub-suppliers and outside services to support manufacturing and shipping requirements and oversee Receivers in accordance with stated policies, procedures and departmental goals. Directly or through manager, ensures achievement of company goals and objectives. This position participates fully in department initiatives. This position will work closely with the Materials Manager. Core Competencies Customer FocusCommunicationEnergy and Stress Team Work Problem Solving Accountability and DependabilityEthics and IntegrityAnalytical Job Duties Coordinate all incoming logistics planning with suppliers, as applicableInventory expert, working with ERP systems to troubleshoot inventory discrepancies and monitor inventory accuracyGeneral knowledge of PPAP, TS16949, ISO14001, MSDS, CTPAT and Health & Safety requirementsOn-call from the plant by cell phone after hours Issue firm and forecast releases to vendors on an ongoing basis for all production related items (i.e. Steel, Aluminum, Purchased Components, Packaging, sub-suppliers and Outside services)Coordinate receiving schedules to ensure a smooth flow of incoming productsMaintain minimum inventory levels and monitor for accuracy regularly with cycle countsWork as a team with Manufacturing to designate storage locations for all purchased components, Steel, Aluminum and packaging. Maintain Maps and charts for plant level referenceVerify receipt data entry from Receivers and monitor FIFO of raw materials throughout the plantMay assist in training of Receivers on receiving into CMS and other databases, as requiredCMS database-Purchasing and Inventory expert. Troubleshooting inventory discrepancies, understanding transactions in inventory database and root cause analysisEnsure current MSDS for items purchased are on file at all times Coordinate various outbound shipments related to vendors/production (i.e. Scrap processor, returnable containers; materials for out of house tryouts). Report monthly Supplier Performance and summarize for QOS reportingWork with Quality Supervisors on supplier quality issues. (Ensure that production is protected)Keep up to date with system changes and training requirements related to job duties Requirements Community college diploma in purchasing or enrollment in/completion of PMAC; and/orMinimum 3 to 5 years in the automotive industry2 years Inventory control experienceExperience with steel / aluminum is an assetExcellent organizational and time management skillsExcellent English communication skills (verbal and written)Positive attitudeProficiency with database applications and administration systems, specifically Microsoft Office. Ability to work effectively alone and prioritize. Must be a highly motivated, service and team-oriented individual with an attention to detail.Enthusiasm for challenge and new initiatives are prerequisites.Strong analytical abilitySupervisory and interpersonal skills are requiredTroubleshooting ability is requiredStrong decision making and problem solving skillsDemonstrated good internal customer service skillsDetail orientedGood computer skills