Senior Buyer

Job description

Job Summary: The selected candidate will report to the Procurement Segment Manager and provide support to the Winsted and Branford Facilities & be located in Winsted, CT to ensure Business Unit goals are met through the execution of procurement strategies. Procurement strategies include but are not limited to the security of supply, cost savings, optimization of processes, and supplier risk mitigation. The overall goal is to support production schedule while obtaining the best achievable value for supplies and services while maintaining compliance with company procedures. Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities: Manage and maintain purchase orders to include accurate pricing, charge account codes and vendor promise dates. - Prepare request for quotes and proposals based on Plant requirements. - Review quotations and perform cost analyses to determine best value based on price, schedule, quality, and capability. - Negotiate pricing, payment terms and lead times that align with Plant goals. - Place purchase orders based on approved requisitions to support production, operations, and inventory needs. - Monitor invoices on hold and work with internal stakeholders and suppliers for r...