Fori Automation, LLC A Lincoln Electric Company
Purchasing Buyer
Fori Automation, LLC A Lincoln Electric Company, Shelbina, Missouri, United States
Purchasing Buyer
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Fori Automation, LLC A Lincoln Electric Company
Responsible for managing relationships with suppliers for direct and indirect goods and services. Previous experience desired in buying or purchased product planning. The role includes executing purchasing requirements sourced by the Purchasing Supervisor or from the corporate centers‑led programs. Quoting and procuring MRO and non‑strategic requirements for the location, while collaborating with the local management team and corporate centers‑led management group.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
:Owns their respective suppliers' performance and related corrective actions necessary to meet and improve our operational performanc
eWorks closely with other departments to identify, evaluate, and develop qualified suppliers for assigned purchase requirement
sParticipates in local management meetings, gaining a better understanding of the immediate priorities locally while communicating progres
sManages external supply risk associated with supplier selections, including alternative sourcing strategies, inventory safety stocks, and supplier inventory programs (examples: VMI, Consignment, and other solutions to minimize risk
)Improves Working Capital (WC) through stocking programs, extended payment terms and utilization of established Supply Chain Financing (SCF) program where appropriat
eConsiders cost variables when selecting suppliers during the sourcing process (examples: logistic selections, title transfer, INCO terms, training, technical support, payment terms, pricing, lead times, order quantities, warranty, liabilities, and other factors based on specific budget and schedule requirements
)Serves as a member of cross‑functional project teams to implement the most cost‑effective value for procurement alternative
sEstablishes purchased material Standard Cost and provides forward guidance to expected cost variances. Communicates supply cost factor changes on a monthly basis while recognizing the importance to quoting and overall profit performance of the compan
yPrepares and manages Requests for Quotation, Information, or Proposals (RFx) of local sourcing requirement
sProvides suppliers with forecasts and production schedule information as neede
dEngages in Continuous Improvement (Cl) process for operational improvements of assigned procurement processes, including improvement in Kinetic transactions, master data accuracy, and implementation of new business systems related to Kinetic processe
sGives close attention to detail and policies for supplier onboarding requirements (e.g. NOA to protect all intellectual property, tax documentation, vendor‑master data collections of banking accounts, terms, and contact information
)Other tasks assigned as a valued member of the organizatio
Qualifications
s:Bachelor's degree or minimum 2 years experience in a related procurement role in lieu of a degr
eeThorough working knowledge of purchasing policies, processes, and procedures for a publicly traded compa
nyAbility to read and interpret documents such as Part Prints, Bills of Material, Manufacturing Routings, and Job Order For
msExcellent interpersonal, communication, analysis, and problem‑solving skil
lsStrong computer proficiency with experience using Microsoft Office Suite and Kinetic or similar E
RPKnowledge and experience using consumption‑based and forecast‑based planning metho
dsAbility to prioritize work and adapt your work schedule to meet deadlin
esDemonstrate a strong attention to deta
ilPrevious procurement experience in an ISO‑9001 or equivalent Quality Management System (QM
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Supply Chain
Industries Industrial Automation and Automation Machinery Manufacturing
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Fori Automation, LLC A Lincoln Electric Company
Responsible for managing relationships with suppliers for direct and indirect goods and services. Previous experience desired in buying or purchased product planning. The role includes executing purchasing requirements sourced by the Purchasing Supervisor or from the corporate centers‑led programs. Quoting and procuring MRO and non‑strategic requirements for the location, while collaborating with the local management team and corporate centers‑led management group.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
:Owns their respective suppliers' performance and related corrective actions necessary to meet and improve our operational performanc
eWorks closely with other departments to identify, evaluate, and develop qualified suppliers for assigned purchase requirement
sParticipates in local management meetings, gaining a better understanding of the immediate priorities locally while communicating progres
sManages external supply risk associated with supplier selections, including alternative sourcing strategies, inventory safety stocks, and supplier inventory programs (examples: VMI, Consignment, and other solutions to minimize risk
)Improves Working Capital (WC) through stocking programs, extended payment terms and utilization of established Supply Chain Financing (SCF) program where appropriat
eConsiders cost variables when selecting suppliers during the sourcing process (examples: logistic selections, title transfer, INCO terms, training, technical support, payment terms, pricing, lead times, order quantities, warranty, liabilities, and other factors based on specific budget and schedule requirements
)Serves as a member of cross‑functional project teams to implement the most cost‑effective value for procurement alternative
sEstablishes purchased material Standard Cost and provides forward guidance to expected cost variances. Communicates supply cost factor changes on a monthly basis while recognizing the importance to quoting and overall profit performance of the compan
yPrepares and manages Requests for Quotation, Information, or Proposals (RFx) of local sourcing requirement
sProvides suppliers with forecasts and production schedule information as neede
dEngages in Continuous Improvement (Cl) process for operational improvements of assigned procurement processes, including improvement in Kinetic transactions, master data accuracy, and implementation of new business systems related to Kinetic processe
sGives close attention to detail and policies for supplier onboarding requirements (e.g. NOA to protect all intellectual property, tax documentation, vendor‑master data collections of banking accounts, terms, and contact information
)Other tasks assigned as a valued member of the organizatio
Qualifications
s:Bachelor's degree or minimum 2 years experience in a related procurement role in lieu of a degr
eeThorough working knowledge of purchasing policies, processes, and procedures for a publicly traded compa
nyAbility to read and interpret documents such as Part Prints, Bills of Material, Manufacturing Routings, and Job Order For
msExcellent interpersonal, communication, analysis, and problem‑solving skil
lsStrong computer proficiency with experience using Microsoft Office Suite and Kinetic or similar E
RPKnowledge and experience using consumption‑based and forecast‑based planning metho
dsAbility to prioritize work and adapt your work schedule to meet deadlin
esDemonstrate a strong attention to deta
ilPrevious procurement experience in an ISO‑9001 or equivalent Quality Management System (QM
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Supply Chain
Industries Industrial Automation and Automation Machinery Manufacturing
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