Buyer
AMETEK · Pittsburgh
At AMETEK Process Instruments, we focus our experience on designing new, innovative analyzers that help our customers achieve higher levels of productivity and quality. We do this by seeking out ways to overcome the limitations of current methods of process monitoring, control, and quality assurance. It is through this focus that we have created some of the most reliable and accurate technologies in the world.
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position is responsible for the purchasing execution of sourcing strategies for an assigned commodity portfolio for the Pittsburgh, PA location of Ametek Process Instruments. Purchase order placement and expediting to ensure material is available to meet production needs are critical. The Buyer will utilize ERP tools such as MRP to plan material deliveries to minimize item shortages and achieve inventory objectives.
In addition, the Buyer is tasked with maintaining purchasing data in the ERP system and resolve discrepancies in invoices and purchase orders.
To excel in this role, the Buyer should have a strong background in purchasing various commodity groups such as PCBA, machined parts, enclosures, and electronics, from domestic and international sources, as well as experience in ERP or similar planning systems. Excellent communication, problem solving, and data skills are essential for success.
Purchase Order Execution:
- Utilize the ERP system to place Purchase Orders while adhering to the Sourcing strategy to meet production material needs.
- Expedite with urgency all item shortages and vendor missed commitments.
- Work with the Sourcing Manager to align the purchase plan to the strategic plan.
- Work collaboratively and cross-functionally (Operations, Quality, Finance, Engineering, Procurement) to assess current and future purchasing requirements.
MRP Planning:
- Review MRP daily and execute buys for assigned commodity portfolio to meet the plan.
- Address shortages with urgency and communicate expectations to Operations.
- Actively participate in planning meetings with Purchasing and Operations.
Problem Resolution:
- Work with vendors and Operations to address and resolve shortages or issues with purchase orders that will impact production plans.
- Escalate recurring vendor issues to the Sourcing Manager for assessment and resolution.
- Maintain excellent relationships with all vendors and internal customers.
Data Maintenance:
- Maintain procurement data in the ERP system, including adding vendors as needed.
- Maintain Reorder Point and Reorder Quantity data in the ERP system to meet expected demand and inventory requirements.
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:
- At least 5 years’ Buyer or Purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment.
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management or similar is preferred.
- Demonstrated experience executing sourcing strategies.
- Demonstrated experience buying domestically and internationally.
- CPM, APICS, CPSM or equivalent certification preferred.
- Knowledge of purchasing PCBA’s, Machined Parts, Electronics, and Metal Components in a manufacturing setting preferred.
- Highly proficient in data analysis and interpretation and be able to use data to identify trends, develop actionable insights to improve sourcing and procurement processes.
- Limited travel and overtime as needed
CONTACT WITH OTHERS:
- Vendors
- Operations
- Quality
- Finance
- Human Resources
- Product Management
- Engineering
- Purchasing
- Sales