Position Summary As Buyer II, you will manage and direct the procurement of assigned commodities for the Architectural Metals procurement organization. In this role, you will be responsible for executing commodities strategies, maintaining supplier performance, negotiating favorable commercial agreements, and improving and enhancing quality of purchases and timeliness of deliveries. Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate and oversee the purchase of materials for assigned commodities across the AFS organization.
- Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost-effectiveness, reliability, and other relevant criteria.
- Negotiate contracts and agreements with suppliers to ensure optimal terms and conditions.
- Process RFQs, evaluate bids and qualify suppliers.
- Participate in procurement planning activities, development of overall strategies, and source selection meetings.
- Complete all required file documentation, such as justification for award memorandums, price and/or cost analysis memorandums, etc.
- Manage supplier communication and understand market trends.
- Monitor supplier performance through scorecard management and address supplier performance issues, cost of poor performance or corrective actions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and Enterprise Category Leaders to develop, implement, and execute strategic sourcing strategies that drive efficiency, cost savings, and process improvement.
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Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability) Incentive Plans 401(k) with employer contribution and match Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time) Paid Holidays Tuition Reimbursement Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Wellness Program Training and Career Progression
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