Buyer

Talascend is currently seeking a Buyer for a contract opportunity in Grand Blanc, MI

Responsibilities :

Assist the buyer in purchasing productive and non-productive materials and services

Work independently with decisions made based on established policies and procedures.

Supervision available to handle unusual situations.

Maintains records of prices and terms negotiated with suppliers

Maintains listing of reliable suppliers

Responds to internal inquiries about vendors, price and availability of materials and tools, works to process Sales and CCA parts orders

Confirms purchase orders to suppliers, collaborates with suppliers, customers, and plant floor on material / part issues

Checks invoices

Follows up on negotiated settlements regarding rejected or defective materials

Advises supervision of unusual or questionable circumstances regarding source and availability of parts

Adheres to unit and Corporate purchasing policies and procedures

Frequent contact with others outside the work group

Work on parts not placed list for Buyer or Senior Buyer

Requirements :

Knowledge in JobBoss, ERAPA, SAP, EMS, MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint Intermediate level

Knowledge with Outlook or other email communication tool Intermediate level

Good interpersonal skills involving ability to work effectively cross-functionally and cross-culturally

Good written and oral communication skills necessary for meetings and presentations

Ability to work well with others, exhibiting teamwork skills

Partners with senior management to analyze and solve issues

Ability to multitask by handling diverse assignments concurrently

Ability to read blueprints and to understand basic engineering documents

Knowledge of commodities, materials and products being purchased

Position related experience 5+ years

Relevant auto industry experience required - Intermediate level

Areas of expertise include : Purchasing, specifically Racing / Performance related vendors

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related Field, or 5+ years equivalent experience

Must be able to travel between the Grand Blanc facility & the Pontiac facility

Hours : 7 : 00 am -4 : 00 pm