Buyer

Responsibilities

• Issue POs daily in response to various demand signals (Kanban, MRP, Min / Max)
• Expedite deliveries to ensure on-time delivery of components to the production line
• Work with other departments to mitigate impact of changes in pricing and lead times
• Partner with engineering to identify alternate materials to prevent production delays
• Maintain professional supplier relations through daily business communications
• Utilize ERP system to provide data on demand history and usage for contract negotiations
• Provide forecast of future demand to suppliers based on historical demand and market intelligence
• Issue debit memos to vendors on changes resulting from returned or rejected material
• Calculate and maintain optimal inventory levels to support safety stock and inventory turns
• Identify root cause of errors in material tracking processes and BOM accuracy
• Work closely with finance and engineering to disposition E&O material

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of purchasing experience
• Bachelor's degree or 5 years of relevant experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook
• ERP experience (Visual or Oracle preferred)
• Strong mathematical and reasoning skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• CPIM certification
• Lean or Continuous Improvement experience

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending accounts
• Paid Holidays

About the Company

Dover Food Retail (DFR) is a leading manufacturer of display cases, refrigeration systems, and intelligent merchandising technologies under brands such as HillPhoenix and Anthony. DFR is part of the Climate and Sustainability Technologies segment of the Dover Corporation.