Production Buyer

**ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

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• Maintain the QAD ERP System (Item Master, Supplier Schedules, EDI 830 releases & CUMs)
• Identify Customer EDI, QAD Part Setup or Bill-of-Material issues that are negatively impacting the accuracy and effectiveness of the QAD MRP recommendations
• Coordinate purchase order releases for all suppliers to meet manufacturing schedules and customer demand
• Track supplier delivery performance and expedited freight
• Resolve invoicing/receipt issues between Suppliers / Finance
• Schedule shipments of returnable packaging to suppliers
• Forecast raw glass and vinyl usage which have long lead times and or sporadic production campaigns
• Escalate supplier issues to SCM Commodity Managers
• Conduct cycle counts to identify and correct discrepancies to ensure inventory accuracy for all purchased components
• Actively participate in monthly Physical Inventory counts
• Create, implement and maintain a FIFO Inventory system
• Adjust inventory levels as required based on customer demand fluctuations while maintaining adequate safety stock
• Provide short and long-term forecasts to suppliers
• Properly store hazardous or temperature sensitive materials
• Monitor material Shelf Life to minimize obsolescence
• Maintain optimal inventory levels while achieving the targeted inventory reduction goal, minimize EOP obsolescence
• Coordinate new part prototype orders to support SOP

Professional verbal & written communication with Suppliers when participating on high pressure expedite escalation calls

**REQUIREMENTS

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Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Purchasing or relevant field required

Years of Experience:

• 4-8 years of experience in Purchasing, Material Planning, SCM in a Tier 1 Automotive manufacturing environment
• Experience using an integrated ERP system in a manufacturing environment, QAD experience preferred

Other Requirements:

• Cooperation within teams to successfully carry out tasks and responsibilities
• Work beyond the traditional 40 hours per week may be required, including weekends and holidays
• Regular and predictable attendance required

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**KEY COMPETENCIES

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• In-depth knowledge of the QAD Item Master, Supplier Schedules, EDI 830 releases & CUMs
• Advanced/Intermediate skill level with Microsoft Office Suite; Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Hands-on approach to problem solving and analysis
• Excellent Analytical Skills, particularly in forecasting and anticipating production needs and capabilities
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of changing situations while maintaining a positive attitude
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability and willingness to uphold the Carlex Values of Safety, Accountability, Results Oriented, Team Approach, Customer Focused, and strong Integrity and Ethics

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You should be proficient in:

• Shipping/Receiving
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Coordinate orders
• FIFO Inventory knowledge
• Invoicing
• Problem solving
• QAD ERP System knowledge
• scheduling
• Supplier Schedules
• Tracking orders