Job Description

MAPEI is currently hiring for a Buyer! The Buyer will compile information and records to properly prepare and execute purchase orders for procurement of material to support efficient operations.

• Negotiate, administer, and review purchase contracts with vendors (price, schedule, quality, and terms) for products, materials, and/or services as directed by Corporate Purchasing.
• Evaluate vendor quotes and services to determine most desirable suppliers as directed by Corporate Purchasing.
• Responsible for purchasing and negotiating materials and suppliers from vendors as directed by Corporate Purchasing.
• Compile records of items purchased or transferred between departments, prices, deliveries, and inventories.
• Responds as required by QMS procedures for any non-compliance issues.
• Confer with suppliers concerning quality, late deliveries, or other service issues. Use non-conformity reports and appropriate follow up to ensure effective solutions are established.
• Purchases raw materials and packaging for distribution to other MAPEI facilities to support production.
• Monitor and control inventory distribution for new product launches initiated in the plant.
• Responsible for inventory replenishment from other MAPEI facilities and the purchasing of key raw materials/packaging to support other locations as well as own plant.
• Develop sources and establish relationships with potential suppliers as directed by Corporate Purchasing.
• Monitor quality and timeliness of purchased items to ensure they meet expected quality criteria.
• Utilize AS400 Purchase Planning reports to facilitate ordering and delivery of materials.
• Assure that required physical counts/measures and cycle counts are performed to ensure accurate data is available to make proper purchasing decisions.
• Work with Unit Manager and other plant staff to maintain inventory system and to set and maintain proper Min/Max levels as directed by Corporate Purchasing.
• Issue PO’s by entering PO’s into the AS400 system. Expedite orders when necessary. Track the receipt and vendor performance of these PO’s and send Terms and Conditions for purchased materials.
• Maintain communications between suppliers and Corporate Purchasing and project managers.
• Perform other duties, tasks, and responsibilities as directed by Corporate Purchasing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from four-year College or University and two years relevant industry experience or, if no college degree, a minimum of five years related experience and/or training.
• Exceptional attention to detail, strong communication skills and the ability to multi-tasks.
• Bilingual, Spanish/English is a plus.
• The position requires the ability to work with a personal computer in a Windows environment. Use Microsoft Office Suite software including Word, Strong Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Access as well as using the Internet

Benefits Details
MAPEI offers medical coverage options for you and your family. We currently offer two extremely competitive medical plans with minimal monthly employee contributions and very, very low deductibles! We offer dental, vision, flex spending accounts, and more! Our employees earn paid time off, have the opportunity to participate in retirement savings with a company match available, as well as various other company employee-centric initiatives.

“At MAPEI our employees are our greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills and knowledge that are essential to MAPEI Corporation’s continued growth and future success which is why we honor your efforts and commitment by providing highly competitive compensation packages and one of the most comprehensive employee benefits offering in our Industry. The continued well-being of our employees and their loved ones is of the utmost importance to us.” - President and CEO, MAPEI Americas.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

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