Leiden Cabinet Co
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Buyer (Twinsburg, OH)
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Leiden Cabinet Co .
Job Overview Leiden Company is seeking an experienced Buyer to assist with sourcing, purchasing, and expediting materials and supplies for our manufacturing facilities. The Buyer will seek quotes from vendors to support company cost saving objectives, negotiate pricing on raw materials, finished products, shop supplies, hardware and other required products, and maintain purchase orders and other relevant purchasing‑related information in the ERP system.
Key Areas of Responsibility
Purchase materials submitted on requisitions and ensure price accuracy and delivery by due dates
Create and support positive relationships with current vendors while developing new vendor opportunities and sources
Process purchase orders, receivers and other required documentation
Oversee cost comparisons and reductions, invoice approvals and reconciliations
Obtain material quotes, evaluate and make recommendations to determine most economical supplier
Pursue cost savings opportunities and develop cost savings initiatives
Run open purchase order report for all vendors and verify due dates with vendors
Review material stock and usage to determine economical order quantities
Follow up on orders to ensure on time delivery; Inform Project Managers if vendor is not able to meet original requested dates or price changes
Interact with office and shop personnel to ensure expectations of orders are met
Assist shop in sourcing, securing and purchasing parts
Match purchase orders with vendor confirmations: All purchase orders must have a price, quantity and date confirmation from the vendor
Review all overages, discrepancies or quality issues with vendors as required
Help maintain quality of products; Working with manufacturing and quality discussing defective or unacceptable materials then working with vendors and others to trouble‑shoot and resolve
Assist Purchasing Department and other departments as needed
Complete other assignments as requested
Qualifications & Experience
Minimum 3 years of similar experience required
Ability to negotiate and relationship management skills
Understanding of materials and products being purchased
General understanding of ERP system functionality and objectives
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Teamwork and collaboration
Independent decision‑making abilities and exceptional attention to detail
Strong MS office skills
High school diploma/Associate Degree and/or three (3) or more years of related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred. No certifications required.
Why Work at Leiden Leiden offers an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status.
Leiden is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries Wholesale Building Materials
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Buyer (Twinsburg, OH)
role at
Leiden Cabinet Co .
Job Overview Leiden Company is seeking an experienced Buyer to assist with sourcing, purchasing, and expediting materials and supplies for our manufacturing facilities. The Buyer will seek quotes from vendors to support company cost saving objectives, negotiate pricing on raw materials, finished products, shop supplies, hardware and other required products, and maintain purchase orders and other relevant purchasing‑related information in the ERP system.
Key Areas of Responsibility
Purchase materials submitted on requisitions and ensure price accuracy and delivery by due dates
Create and support positive relationships with current vendors while developing new vendor opportunities and sources
Process purchase orders, receivers and other required documentation
Oversee cost comparisons and reductions, invoice approvals and reconciliations
Obtain material quotes, evaluate and make recommendations to determine most economical supplier
Pursue cost savings opportunities and develop cost savings initiatives
Run open purchase order report for all vendors and verify due dates with vendors
Review material stock and usage to determine economical order quantities
Follow up on orders to ensure on time delivery; Inform Project Managers if vendor is not able to meet original requested dates or price changes
Interact with office and shop personnel to ensure expectations of orders are met
Assist shop in sourcing, securing and purchasing parts
Match purchase orders with vendor confirmations: All purchase orders must have a price, quantity and date confirmation from the vendor
Review all overages, discrepancies or quality issues with vendors as required
Help maintain quality of products; Working with manufacturing and quality discussing defective or unacceptable materials then working with vendors and others to trouble‑shoot and resolve
Assist Purchasing Department and other departments as needed
Complete other assignments as requested
Qualifications & Experience
Minimum 3 years of similar experience required
Ability to negotiate and relationship management skills
Understanding of materials and products being purchased
General understanding of ERP system functionality and objectives
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Teamwork and collaboration
Independent decision‑making abilities and exceptional attention to detail
Strong MS office skills
High school diploma/Associate Degree and/or three (3) or more years of related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred. No certifications required.
Why Work at Leiden Leiden offers an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status.
Leiden is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries Wholesale Building Materials
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