Associate Buyer

Job Location: 167 Batchelder Rd., Seabrook, NH 03874Position Type: contract( 12 months) with possible extensionPay Rate $25/hr on w2 with Benefits Education Qualifications:Associate's degree, preferably in Operations Management or similar, or equivalent years of related work experienceBachelor’s Degree; APICS certification desirable (CPIM); Two to three years of MRP/DRPResponsibilities:Responsible for ensuring the operating system data is accurate including certainProduct Master fields. Maintains accurate lot sizes, safety stocks, lead times, item notes, and other operating parameters.Strong PC skills (Notes, Spreadsheets, Downloads, PowerPoint, graphics). Preferred:Planning experience in manufacturing/distribution; Computer database system literate and operating experience.Must be able to perform the responsibilities and duties of the positionCoordinates demand requirements through order entry into manufacturing planning and execution. Responsible for accurate and efficient planning of raw materials to support manufacturing requirements. Reviews BEDIA and creates purchase orders for direct materials. Works closely with Planners and Production Supervisors if supply issues occur.Responsible for accurate and timely execution of raw material procurement.Monitors component procurement of raw materials. Reviews MRP to determine replenishment orders.Monitors raw materials inventories to determine economic ordering consistent with sound inventory control practices. Advises Purchasing and the Planner of changes affecting material needs for manufacturing. Incorporate PFEP (Plan For Every Part) as a tool to minimize inventory using a proven methodology.Responsible to validate purchase delivery dates, track carrier status, and communicates when supplier corrective action request (SCMS) are required. Helps maintain purchasing information records and forecasting databases.Adhere to production/inventory control policies and procedures to ensure consistent practices are being followed. Manages the SCMS database, and scheduling of RTV’s once the disposition has been established working closely with Quality Management and Shipping/Receiving personnel. Analyzes raw material inventory aging and takes action to minimize overage or scrap.Follow the Scheduling process map and ensure accuracy.Generates process order requirements, purchase orders, debit memos, requisitions, and general correspondence as required. Helps maintain documentation of manufacturing practices, work procedures and work instructions.Creates ZAMU Sample Shipping orders.Serves as back-up to the Sr. Buyer/Planner for MRO purchasing.Ensure conformance and support with facility quality management system and facility and department strategic goals.Maintain 5S and lean manufacturing techniques, value stream mapping, and be assigned to attend team meetings designed to reduce cycle time, remove waste and non-value added activities, and reduce costs. Attend problem solving sessions as required.Utilizes business software to perform inventory transfers, inquiries, and requisitions for inventory. Generates reports, analyses and graphs manufacturing activities, provides HS&E and Quality with critical month end reporting data.Performs other duties as assigned. Serves on teams as required.