Buyer I

Atkore International
United States, Michigan, Wayne
4205 Elizabeth Street (Show on map)
Nov 22, 2024
Description Buyer Who we are: Atkore is forging a future where our employees, customers, suppliers, shareholders, and communities are building better together - a future focused on serving the customer and powering and protecting the world. With a global network of manufacturing and distribution facilities, Atkore is a leading provider of electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions. Who we are looking for: We are currently looking for a Buyer to be based in Wayne Michigan. Reporting to Operations Manager, the Buyer will be responsible for purchasing both direct and indirect material, assessing supplier performance, supporting and promoting Continuous Improvement, and interfacing cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Finance, Plant Leadership, Product and Process Engineering, Facilities, Safety, and Maintenance to support these activities. What you'll do: The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience purchasing direct material for manufacturing operations. Experience in a lean manufacturing environment or business system-based company is a plus. What you'll bring: 1-3 years of experience as a Direct Materials Buyer for Manufacturing operations AS400 and/or Oracle JD Edwards MRP systems experience a plus Strong vendor relationship management skills Strong Microsoft Office competency Adaptability to changing business demands Strong Communication Skills Familiarity with forecasting, lead times, safety stock, cycle counting, inventory management, and using an ERP system to assess needs / issue PO's A personal dedication to Atkore's foundational values - Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect, and Excellence Within 3 months, you'll: Complete your Atkore immersion program. Understand how your job will help deliver Atkore's strategy Gain an understanding of your team. Gain an understanding of the processes and results the team is expected to deliver Learn and use the tools and systems needed to effectively perform your job functions Assess your personal training needs and communicate those needs to you Manager Within 6 months, you'll: Develop a solid rapport with key vendors Embark upon any additional training required for your role. Hone your skills as it relates to the tools and systems you use in your daily role Participate in Continuous Improvement activities related to Plant Operations Within 12 months, you'll: Be capable of training for a Buyer role Begin to assess any desired development roles Have meaningful performance conversations with your manager Be able to resolve any Purchasing related issues quickly and safely Atkore is a four-time Great Place to Work certified company and a two-time Top Workplaces USA award winner! We're committed to creating an engaged, aligned workforce driven by a collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results and stays focused on being standout leaders. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors consistent with our core values. Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader! Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)