Material Planner/Buyer

Job Functions:

Purchase goods, materials and services to ensure that the Haws' operational needs are met, taking into account price, quality and delivery and to ensure continuity of supply.

Accountabilities:

• Daily Workbench order Material Cost Savings
• Delivery schedule / Prod. Available
• Expedite and support OPS plan
• Incoming freight support

Other Job Duties:

• Purchase goods, materials, components or services in line with specified cost, quality and delivery targets
• Support the purchasing function and other relevant departments and communicate any supply problems which may impact on business operations
• Act as an interface between suppliers and other relevant departments (engineering, quality, product management, etc.) on purchasing processes and new projects and activities
• Monitor and advise on any issues which present risk or opportunity to the organization
• Monitor market trends, competitor strategies and market suppliers
• Provide analysis on costs, new and existing and review cost reduction activities
• Prepare reports and updates as and when required
• Work closely with others in the procurement function and review opportunities for continuous improvement and business improvements
• Adhere to any health, safety and environmental policies and procedures to ensure the safety and wellbeing of self, staff and visitors
• Negotiate contracts, improve prices and terms of business with suppliers and review opportunities to make business savings utilizing negotiation and procurement best practice tools and methods
• Prepare and issue purchase orders and ensure purchase life cycle is completed and closed out including payments to suppliers using 3-way match with Receiving and Finance.
• Build, maintain and manage supplier rapport and keep up good communications
• Ensure that a professional and consistent approach is taken in relation to all supplier relationships
• Ensure compliance to company guidelines, purchasing policies and procedures during supplier negotiations and contracts award process.
• Conduct research for sourcing of new components and suppliers
• Compile data relating to supplier performance to enable evaluation
• Assess and evaluate suppliers and contribute to performance reviews to ensure contract compliance
• Contact suppliers to resolve price, quality, delivery or invoice issues

Skills/Qualifications:

• High Proficiency in MS Excel (advanced)
• Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP with a solid understand of discrete manufacturing, bills of material, product lifecycle management, procure to pay processes and supply chain operations.
• Excellent analytical, logical reasoning and problem-solving skills. Ability to evaluate and analyze data to enable operational decision-making or present clear recommendations to leadership.
• Demonstrated skills in supplier operational and relationship management.
• Passionate and high energy, with the diplomacy and cooperative style necessary to positively influence others, both inside and outside of Haws.
• Ability to write, speak and present effectively and persuasively.
• Ability to work independently on multiple tasks and projects in a dynamic, fast paced environment. Flexibility and adaptability are key.
• Detail-oriented and organized.
• Culturally Compatible and Good Attitude is a MUST!

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job functions.

Education and/or Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Industrial Engineering, or similar discipline. At least 3 years of experience in manufacturing, finance, or supply chain management; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Language Skills: Fluent in (spoken and written) English language.

Reasoning Ability: Strong critical thinking skills

Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the job functions for this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is/must have:

• Sitting for long periods frequently on a daily basis.
• Working on a computer for up to 8 hours frequently on a daily basis.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Standing and walking frequently on a daily basis.
• Lifting up to 10 lbs. on a frequent basis and up to 25 lbs. on an occasional basis.
• Using hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear occasionally. Required to reach with hands and arms.

Work Environment:

Office environment. Onsite work and activities are required. Flexible work environment. Regular, reliable, predictable performance is needed.

This job description is subject to change at any time.