Buyer - Military veterans preferred

Buyer
The NWI Nashville site currently has an opening for a Buyer position. This role is responsible for negotiating and purchasing machinery, equipment, tools, raw material, packaging materials, parts, services, and/or supplies necessary for the overall operation of the organization.

Responsibilities Include:
Negotiate and purchase machinery, equipment, tools, raw material, packaging materials, parts, service and/or supplies necessary for manufacturing operations.
Compile and analyze statistical data to determine purchase feasibility of as well as to establish price objectives.
Monitor performance of suppliers.
Compile information and track data to stay on top of pricing trends and manufacturing processes.
Evaluate areas of opportunity to leverage material acquisitions.
Analyzes supplier operations to determine factors that affect prices and to determine lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability and ability to meet required schedules.
Review proposals, negotiate price, select or recommend suppliers, analyze trends, follow up on orders placed, verify delivery, approve payment and maintain necessary records.
May prepare requests for proposals (RFP) and bid packages.
Qualifications:
BS/BA degree
3 - 5 years of purchasing experience, within a manufacturing setting a plus
Experience using an ERP system with knowledge of various system integration points
General knowledge of industry practices regarding PO pricing, contract and GL interaction
Ability to develop solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope
Effective negotiation skills
Detail Oriented
Ability to work well and effectively communicate with internal and external customers
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