What we need
Symbotic is seeking a highly motivated individual for a Buyer (Steel) role within our Supply Chain organization who brings a think outside the box mentality along with a passion for teamwork. We are looking for a Buyer who brings analytical experience and strong collaboration, and organizational skills for a fast-paced high-growth environment. Demonstrated knowledge of sourcing best practices and a history of supply base optimization in automation, warehouse distribution and or a service parts organization.
What we do
Our global Sourcing, Procurement and third-party Supplier team develops innovative category management strategies in collaboration with the business. The team focuses on strategic third-party partner agreements and helps support supplier relationship management, commercial and financial pricing models for overall supplier performance.
Supporting the Steel Commodity:
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Knowledge around the CRU index for monitoring steel prices of current and future markets.
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Understanding of different manufacturing methods from Fabricating, Machining, Painting, and Roll Forming of materials
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Driving production schedule and capacity planning with the vendors to ensure project requirements are met.
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Leverage steel market and regions to ensure competitive pricing across the supply chain.
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Establish relationship with vendors and supply quality for acceptance criteria.
What Youll Do
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Facilitate communication between Engineering and suppliers to ensure alignment on New Products, Field Campaigns, and other projects.
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Analyze data for cost-saving opportunities through vendor consolidation, contract negotiations, and strategic supplier selection, with a focus on cost initiatives.
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Utilize MRP (preferably SAP) and planning tools to analyze inventory, order patterns, and sales data for strategic purchasing decisions.
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Identify and mitigate business risks related to delivery, quality, cost, and performance.
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Report on material status, including expedited and late orders, and address material shortages and problem parts.
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Support New Product Introduction/Contract Manufacturing by processing and escalating purchase orders.
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Maintain accurate purchase item data and planning parameters for MPS/MRP processes.
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Collaborate with other departments to resolve purchasing issues related to quality, scheduling, and pricing disputes.
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Identify supply risks and take corrective actions or escalate with recommended resolutions.
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Work cross-functionally to ensure internal and external service levels are met.
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Optimize total cost of ownership and on-time delivery through planning and control of automation-related activities.
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Lead bid package development and manage RFQ processes, including bid list creation, SOW development, and analysis of sourcing decisions.
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Perform additional duties as assigned.
What youll need
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Bachelors degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field preferred, or equivalent work experience.
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Minimum of 3 years of experience in Procurement.
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Experience in like commodities: Conveyors, Lifts, Robotics, Automation Controls, Material Handling Systems and knowledge of the related supply base.
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Minimum 3 years of detailed experience with MRP systems (SAP preferred).
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Advanced Microsoft Excel skills are preferred.
Our Environment
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Remote based position.Up to 10% of travel may be required. Employees must have a valid drivers license and the ability to drive and/or fly to client and other customer locations.
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The employee is responsible for owning a credit card and managing expenses personally to be reimbursed on a bi-weekly basis.
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