Location
Carrollton, TX | United States
Job description
Buyer
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Date: Feb 12, 2024
Location: Carrollton, GA, US, 30117
Company: Southwire Company LLC
A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment and hand tools. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement, and unlimited growth opportunities. Our nearly seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the wellbeing of our communities. How will you power what’s possible?
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Southwire Job Description
Job Summary/Objective:
The Buyer is responsible for securing quotation pricing, order placement and order follow-up as required by the sales
and project management groups. Communicating with warehouse personnel, Strategic Sourcing, suppliers, sales and
project management to meet production requirements in a cost-effective manner is a significant task in this position.
Other major functions are identifying opportunities and making recommendations on programs to improve operations.
This person will improve efficiency and effectiveness of supply operations through training and competency
assessments.
Key Responsibilities
· Purchase items for SCR Technologies in a cost-effective manner using SAP.
· Analyze supply inventory reports and take action to continuously improve operations.
· Work closely with warehouse personnel, suppliers, accounts payable, strategic sourcing, and planning personnel.
· Focus on continuous improvement and make recommendations to senior management on programs to improve
operations.
· Provide continuous improvement in the areas of safety, service, quality, and cost.
· Take on other responsibilities and special projects as directed by management.
· Follow and continuously improve ISO procedures
Education, Experience, and Skills Required
Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's
Years of Experience: 5Field of Expertise: Bachelor’s degree in business or 10 year’s direct purchasing experience. Experience in supply administration or related field. A comprehensive knowledge of supply operations is necessary
Competencies
Action Oriented
Balances Stakeholders
Collaborates
Customer Focus
Nimble Learning
Plans and Aligns
Benefits We Offer:
401k with Matching
Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
Long & Short-Term Disability
Supplemental Insurance Plans
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Referral Program
Tuition Reimbursement Programs
Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
Parental Leave
& More
Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Nearest Major Market: Atlanta
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