Buyer Procurement Ops
Company: Simmons Foods
Location: Siloam Springs
Posted on: May 28, 2023
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Job Description:
Purpose of the Position
Provides overall category management in support of a production
facility. Purchases category items and secures total quality,
delivery, cost efficiency, and sustainability of material supply
throughout the total product lifecycle while driving competitive
advantage for both our Company and Customers alike in accordance
with the Simmons Core Values.
Essential Position Responsibilities - This is a Salary Exempt
position.
Ensure the adequate supply of materials to meet production
requirements by placing purchase orders with approved suppliers and
confirming necessary delivery timelines. This is accomplished by
analyzing material requirements and inventory levels to determine
ordering needs.
Supports inventory management by establishing stocking levels that
can accommodate demand, analyzing material usage trends, and
minimizes working capital expenditures.
Reviews and provides guidance on invoice discrepancies to the
Accounting Department. Works with Accounting team and suppliers for
the accurate processing of invoice payments.
Investigates and resolves supplier issues involving delivery dates,
quality, specifications, quantity, or cost of purchased goods or
services in a timely fashion. Alerts production team to issues that
might impact the production schedule. Acts quickly to establish
root cause and implement solutions.
Monitors supplier performance base on Key Performance Indicators
(KPIs) or other metrics used in the evaluation of Quality,
Delivery, and Cost. Works to deliver improved results with key
suppliers within assigned category areas.
Assists the Purchasing Manager and Corporate Procurement in
identifying and developing suppliers as a means of both expanding
our supply base and driving competitive advantage. Manages supplier
relationships at the tactical level to drive supplier development
and integration for existing, new, and potential suppliers.
Builds and maintains relationships with internal and external
business partners at multiple levels of the organization. Works
collaboratively on cross functional teams and provides functional
area expertise while representing the Purchasing Department. This
includes but is not limited to supporting projects for new product
integration and continuous improvement.
Actively Participates as member of the Team. Contributes in the
ongoing development, communication, and implementation of team
concepts, programs and policies; coordinates work to ensure best
practices with all team members. Attends appropriate team meetings.
As a member of the Team, fosters strong cohesiveness regarding all
major issues; e.g., direction, annual plan, budget, policy changes,
etc. Accepts responsibility to quickly identify any
areas that lack cohesiveness, bringing them to the attention of the
team leader and working with the team in a supportive manner to
resolve issues and actively look for ways, and reinforce actions
needed, to achieve synergy possible within the larger
organization.
Simmons Operating systems principles and objectives: Is familiar
with Simmons' established operating systems (e.g. quality,
security, office environment, company policies, LEAN); understands
the responsibility to maintain familiarity with the systems and
this position's role in support of these systems - including a
consideration of the impact of individual actions on the systems
and the responsibility to communicate concerns and improvement
ideas.
Performs other duties as necessary in support of business
objectives: This position description is intended to guide the
activities of the person in this position and is not intended to
limit the thinking and creativity of the person as to the work of
this function nor is it intended that this describe all the work
that may be required of the person in this position.
Physical Activities: Enters and locates information on a computer.
Visually verifies information, often in small print. Communicates
with Customers, Vendors, or Employees via telephone, in person,
and/or electronic mail. May present information to small or large
groups. Must be able to work in various temperatures. Move about in
a manufacturing environment, office environment, and surrounding
property.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): As required by visiting
facility.
Travel: Travels occasionally within North America for training or
to support supplier audits, occasionally requiring overnight
stays.
Technical Experience: 1-3 years purchasing experience. Buying
experience or a strong background in the materials being purchased
is preferred. Capable of balancing multiple tasks simultaneously
with some degree of independence and have the ability to prioritize
effort in a dynamic environment. Must have excellent computer
skills including MS Office. Will be expected to quickly learn
business integration software suites including JDE and IQS.
Industry Experience: Preference for food processing
organization.
Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field,
or 4 years related work experience
Preferred Education: Designated Supply Chain Management
Professional (SCMP) or equivalent.
Keywords: Simmons Foods, Springdale , Buyer Procurement Ops, Other , Siloam Springs, Arkansas
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