Manufacturing Buyer

Company: Agru America
Location: Georgetown
Posted on: May 1, 2025

Job Description:

Description:
Job Summary:A Buyer is responsible for purchasing materials, supplies or equipment for a business. Their duties include negotiating deals with suppliers, researching possible item selections and taking inventory of current products.
Responsibilities:

• Develop yearly RFQ packages to negotiate and optimize cost of raw materials, supplies and other products.
• Track negotiation progress using custom made reports for Top purchased items.
• Develop and execute suitable Vendor Agreements for all suppliers and ensure compliance using vendor scorecards, factory visits, audits, random testing and customer complaints and feedback.
• Establishes procedures to accomplish procurement of a variety of materials in a cost-effective manner.
• Establishes Purchasing performance metrics and drives for progress towards assigned targets and goals.
• Analyzes key data and prepares monthly performance reports, and presents to senior management.
• Develop channels of supply and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), driving optimal Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), continuous improvements and project savings opportunities and mitigation of supply chain risks.
• Establishes purchasing policies and procedures and directs purchasing programs accordingly.
• Work cross-functionally and with vendors to develop clear and concise product specifications, including packaging, warehousing, labeling and shipping requirements, for all goods and services.
• Build relationships with suppliers.
• Any other duties that the Company in its sole discretion may assign as needed.
  
  
  Requirements:
  Required Skills/Abilities:
  • Ability to troubleshoot and multitask.
  • Electrical mathematic and unit conversion skills.
  • High attention to detail and is willing to learn.
  • Team player who is reliable and trustworthy.
  • Maintains a clean and safe work area.
  • Verbal and written communication skills in English.
  • Organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Microsoft Office Suite experience with strong Excel skills, required.
  • Time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
    Education and Experience:
    • High School diploma / GED, required.
    • Bachelor's degree in business or related field, preferred. Related experience can replace this requirement.
    • 5+ of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
    • Previous experience in purchasing/procurement, required.
      AGRU AMERICA, INC. IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
      
      
      
      
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