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APOGEE ENTERPRISES INC Buyer I in WAUSAU, Wisconsin
JOB REQUIREMENTS: EFCO LLC POSITION SUMMARY The position involves the ability to procure materials and services needed to support the production schedule and sales requirements. This includes coordinating activities from the intent to purchase in engineering through the manufacturing start date in operations to analyzing the movement of goods through the supply chain pipeline with the ability to communicate these findings throughout multiple organizational levels. POSITION DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: Create purchase orders within an ERP system Utilize configuration software in conjunction with engineering requirements to build job-specific items/orders on a per project basis Assure that the purchase orders are delivered on schedule by monitoring open order reports, working with the vendors to confirm ship dates, and updating the internal system to assure its accuracy Accountable for acknowledging daily purchase order confirmations from our vendor partners and proactively sharing any discrepancies with the appropriate teams in Epicore and JDE MRP software programs Support all levels of the organization as it relates to their involvement in the procurement of goods through the supply chain. These groups include, but are not limited to, estimating, engineering, accounting, buying/planning, sales, and operations Maintain integrity in supplier interaction Support and participate in continuous improvement efforts Adhere to established Policies, Critical Business practices (CBPs), Standards, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Adhere to established safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe environment for all associates Undertake job responsibilities in a manner consistent with the Company\'s Core Values To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned and required. EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Bachelor\'s degree or equivalent in related field preferred; with more than 5 years related experience in a manufacturing setting; or equivalent combination of education and experience with a minimum of an Associate\'s degree. SKILL and KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS Negotiation skills with a focus on bridge-building tactics Strong organizational and data-entry skills with the ability to multi-task and meet on-going deadlines Familiar with supply chain logistics and production planning concepts, while pushing forward to continuously improve the current structure in place Ability to communicate effectively in a written and... For full info follow application link. Apogee Enterprises, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/B19BD6FE200743FF