Supply Chain Buyer

Youngstown, OH

Full Time

Entry Level

At Dearing Compressor & Pump, our people power everything we do.
They’re not just employees, they’re the heartbeat of our success and the driving force behind our progress. That’s why we treat every team member like family. With a strong, collaborative culture, and a true people-first approach, Dearing isn’t just a place to work, it’s a place to grow, make an impact, and thrive.

Purpose of Position
The Buyer complies information and records to prepare purchase orders for the procurement of materials and services by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Verifies material, parts descriptions and specifications of purchase requests.
Uses Buyers Report to determine if inventory material or parts on hand is in sufficient quantity.
Consults catalogs and websites, and contacts suppliers to obtain prices, specifications, and availability. Secures three bids for certain items.
Types or writes invitation to bid forms and e-mails forms to supplier firms.
Compares prices, specifications, and delivery dates and places orders with suppliers for parts and materials. Drives cost savings initiatives.
Prepares and issues purchase orders and change notices.
Purchases non-inventory paint, hardware and fittings, based upon stock levels, and current or upcoming job-related needs.
Requests bids from suppliers for pre-packed fitting orders for engineered packages and coordinates deliveries with the warehouse.
Performs order entry of steel and fittings into bills of material WIP orders.
Performs data entry of purchase orders into the ERP system computer system.
Contacts suppliers concerning late deliveries and assists with expediting activities. Acts as a liaison between departments and suppliers to assure quality and conformance to specifications for supplies and services.
Obtains pricing and availability of special items requested for engineered packages in production.
Purchases material for outside vendors (subcontractors) and coordinates material deliveries to their build locations.
Update supplier shipping and delivery dates in ERP system.
Continuously tracks progress on key items from suppliers and subcontractors.
Work collaboratively within the Supply Chain team and with other departments.
Helps drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Provides lead work direction to other buyers.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Minimum of an associate’s degree or 2 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of purchasing and supply chain practices and procedures and some sourcing experience
NetSuite ERP system experience a plus.
Strong interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.

Dearing's Benefits Includes:

Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance
Long and Short-Term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
9 Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off
401K Retirement Plan
Competitive Salary
100% Drug-Free Workplace Environment

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