Buyer I

Overview

Plans and procures materials to minimize cost, improve productivity, and reduce inventory.

Key Responsibilities

• market analysis
• cost control
• purchase orders
• supplier management
• forecasting
• compliance

Tasks

-Analyzes market and delivery systems to determine present and future material availability. -Monitors and analyzes costs and finds ways to reduce expenses while maintaining quality and service levels. -Ensures requisitions and purchase orders for supplies and equipment are prepared, executed, and reviewed to meet company standards and expectations. -Expedites purchase orders & informs departments of expected delivery dates, while ensuring accurate and up-to-date information is being shared with the Engineering team to make deviations as necessary. -Attends vendor lunches and dinners as well as team events occasionally, to build relationships. -Stays up to date on industry trends, price fluctuations, market conditions and new products or services to make informed decisions. -Coordinates activities with the Scheduling, Manufacturing, and Engineering Departments to ensure all deadlines are met. -Develops and maintains relationships with suppliers, monitors their performance and conformity, and resolves any issues or disputes that may arise. -Provides commodity forecast data to suppliers; establish appropriate order lot size and packaging quantities to achieve optimum material flow and inventory objectives. -Sit or stand for up to 95 percent of work hours. -Identifies, evaluates, and selects suppliers for goods and services. -Ensures all procurement activities adhere to company policies, industry regulations, and legal requirements.

Requirements

• microsoft office
• problem solving
• communication
• negotiation
• teamwork
• multitasking

What You Bring

-Exhibits good decision-making and problem solving abilities. -Works effectively in a fast-paced high-pressure environment. -Communicates effectively in written and spoken form. -Excellent skills at negotiating. -Strong efficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc). -Frequent exposure to manufacturing facilities with seasonal hot and cold temperatures, dust, and some chemical fume exposure. -Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. -Works effectively in a team environment. -Demonstrates strong multi-tasking capabilities and organizational skills.

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Benefits

-Indoor professional office environment.

About Aaon, Inc.

-specializes in high-performance HVAC systems designed to maximize energy efficiency. -a leader in providing sustainable solutions for indoor air quality in both commercial and industrial settings. -designs and manufactures a wide range of air conditioning, heating, and ventilation systems. -known for innovation in energy-efficient products, including their focus on sustainability through technology. -typical projects range from large commercial buildings to industrial sites, where they provide state-of-the-art HVAC systems. -systems are engineered to provide cost-effective, eco-friendly solutions for air quality, comfort, and energy savings. -a preferred partner for many Fortune 500 companies and government projects due to strong focus on product quality. -notable for their commitment to continuous improvement and pushing the boundaries of HVAC technology.

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