MPI Exeter - Buyer II

What We Live By...

The McWane Way is a core philosophy outlined by the founder J.R. McWane in 1920. Today It encompasses Teamwork, Excellence, Leadership, Environment, Communication, Accountability, Safety and Trust. All team members at every level are expected to know and work by these principles, values, and behaviors. Most importantly, every team member is expected to be able to answer this question, "What does this mean for me?" This is the all-important question because behavior is the best evidence of a living principle. Join the McWane team on the journey to The McWane Way.

Who We Are...

McWane Plant & Industrial in Exeter, CA is a recognized leader in water control products for water treatment, wastewater, high-volume agricultural and rural surface water delivery, hydro-power, and flood control management. We are a leading provider of water control gates, valves, automated controls and accessories to these markets and key customers such as government agencies (water districts, utilities, flood control districts) and agricultural water users (growers, cooperatives).

McWane Plant & Industrial, Exeter, has one of the industry's largest manufacturing operations where we fabricate, machine, and test our water control products based out of Exeter, California. Led by managers trained in the latest quality systems, we carefully monitor all of our processes to ensure quality at each step of design and construction.

In 2018, Waterman was acquired by McWane, Inc. At the McWane Family of Companies, we are the leader in delivering clean, safe drinking water around the world while focusing on the safe, environmentally friendly manufacturing of our products. McWane, Inc. employs more than 6,000 team members and has a longstanding commitment of support to the communities where we live and work.

Excellent Benefits include 9 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays, 3-week vacation accrual the first year, a bi-weekly pay schedule, M-F day shift and OT as required. 401k plan and company health insurance plans, Education Assistance, Wellness Program & Employee Assistance Program.

The Buyer II position is responsible for purchasing materials, supplies or equipment to maintain monthly production requirements for the business. The duties include negotiating deals with suppliers, researching possible item selections and taking inventory of current products.

Essential Functions List of significant/essential duties, tasks and/or responsibilities required of this position.

• Purchase materials, supplies, and services that align with production rates and sales requirements.
• Develops an effective and accurate system for monitoring purchase orders.
• Delivers a weekly purchase order report to supervisors that indicates the invoice number for all closed orders.
• Working with the management team to ensure that all deliveries satisfy the assigned orders and report any back ordered or missing products. Effectively communicating with the management team to ensure all orders are accurate.
• Assists the Purchasing Manager with maintaining inventory levels and materials on a regular basis.
• Develops and manages effective relationships with suppliers.
• Manages data integrity for purchased raw materials and components in the material master; partner with IT/master data ERP team to maintain accuracy.
• Administers ERP for new vendors and/or products.
• Develops and manages commodity strategies and tactical plans; recommend changes in purchasing and material management policies as needed.
• Provides forecast data of future market conditions to better understand the commodity drivers on critical raw materials and components.
• Lead productivity efforts both internally and externally through lean manufacturing techniques, new innovative materials and/or new technologies.
• Lead procurement efforts for new product development requirements.
• Manage cost reduction projects and supplier consolidation
• Reconciles inventory and invoices for the purpose of identifying discrepancies.
• Performs root cause/corrective actions for stock outs, missed deliveries and non-conformances to proactively drive permanent solutions.
• Identifies excess and obsolescence and recommend disposition to leadership.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary information
• Follow all safety and working rules.
• Must have the ability to get along with co-workers, management personnel, customers, vendors, and employees in accordance with the company policies and working rules while ensuring a harmonious and ethical work environment.
• Maintain a positive attitude and contribute towards a quality environment.
• Excellent regular full-time attendance in support of company objectives.
• Use initiative and judgment in making decisions, keeping with Waterman's Company's Code of Conduct, Ethics and the McWane Way.
• Special projects and/or other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Basic Qualifications

• High school plus a college degree or equivalent 5+ years' experience in purchasing roles.
• Minimum of 3 years related experience in purchasing for manufacturing company.
• Demonstrate a broad knowledge in the purchasing field and business administration.
• Possess an advanced level of knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Initiative, ingenuity, and good judgement to properly perform and carry out duties. Works independently toward general purchasing results.
• Ability to work from purchasing policies and general objectives in making ethical decisions. Rarely refers specific cases to supervisor unless clarification of policy is involved. Strong mathematical and analytical skills
• Understanding that work is not subject to direct verification or check. Requires considerable accuracy and responsibility with the ability to multi-task. Failure to properly perform duties could result in unsatisfactory materials or services, excessive costs, delay in production and poor quality.
• Ability to act as liaison with suppliers and Company personnel regarding Purchasing policy where improper handling will have marked effect on operating results.
• Regularly works with some confidential data such as supplies and services costs and discounts, which would cause an adverse internal or external effect if disclosed.
• Job duties require good analytical abilities with manual dexterity to operate office equipment.
• Basic office conditions with occasional exposure to some disagreeable elements which are less desirable. Some plant exposure and travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• An extensive knowledge in the field of purchasing materials at various quantities at the most advantageous price.
• Professional conduct at all times when acting on behalf of McWane Plant & Industrial
• Strict adherence to Waterman's Code of Conduct, Ethics and the McWane Way.
• Demonstrated ability to create and implement strategic process improvements.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and organize while resolving unplanned issues and continuing to execute a plan for overall departmental improvement.
• Strong ability to think critically and make effective decisions in high-pressure environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including tact, and discretion.
• Comfortable in group presentations and having the ability to effectively lead meetings.
• Self-directed with the ability to work independently as well as with groups.
• Attention to detail
• Problem solving and analytical skills
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn new software
• Must be able to develop and maintain positive, professional relationships at all levels of the organization

Education and/or Experience

• ERP and MRP experience a plus.
• Experience/knowledge of Kanban and Lean manufacturing techniques.
• Knowledgeable in a variety of metals and or castings a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings a plus.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Proficient with inventory reporting systems.
• Creative self-starter and problem solver with tolerance for ambiguity.
• Excellent communication skills, professional phone etiquette, and general knowledge of accounting principles.
• Computational skills required.
• Math reasoning and analytical skills required.

Reasoning Ability

To determine need for developing personnel policies, procedures and programs; provide guidance and assistance to management staff and employees in implementing company objectives; work independently; prepare and present plans, programs, reports and training; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships; direct and evaluate the work of subordinate staff if applicable; operate a personal computer and use office software programs.

Hourly Rate: $24-$28

McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL - sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA - gender identity), (In CA - gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. McWane Plant & Industrial. is an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. It is the Company's policy to provide equal opportunity for all qualified persons and to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, or any other legally protected status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to perform substance abuse testing as needed.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor, and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL - sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA - gender identity), (In CA- gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.