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CRH · 13 hours ago

Procurement Buyer

Lawrenceville, GA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

3+ years exp

CRH is North America’s leading provider of innovative outdoor living solutions. The Procurement Buyer is responsible for purchasing quality products, managing inventory levels, and coordinating vendor relationships to ensure optimal procurement processes.

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Responsibilities

Be aware of and drive adoption of sourced programs as directed, to maximize value to the company

Deliver cost savings and other procurement benefits (as defined in the Category Plan)

Manage inventory levels and provide forecasts on future demands to assist the business

Analyze inventory and payment terms financial impact

Working within ERP system and responsible for data integrity

Reviews and approved purchase requisitions, and generates POs as required

Act as the single point of contact for the individual business and locally managed suppliers

Addresses discrepancies on POs and invoices

Builds and sustains relationships across multiple manufacturing facilities and internal support teams

Develop external relationships with suppliers by monitoring performance and cost effectiveness

Prepare, co-develop, and execute procurement tactics for your domain

Facilitate the process of obtaining quotes and / or bids from potential suppliers, if necessary

Work closely with vendors to ensure on time deliveries, consistent quality, and uninterrupted supply chain, and best pricing. Report such changes to the internal stakeholders in a timely manner

Assist field personnel and Sourcing to perform tests and demonstrations of products / services to evaluate value

Work with field personnel, requestors and stakeholders to clarify specifications, establish source alternatives, increase standardization and otherwise increase value related to an order

Arrange for the proper transportation of the purchased products if needed, and not otherwise determined

Conduct research and support efforts to identify and evaluate new / alternative suppliers which meet the business requirements

Implement procurement strategy to ensure continuity of supply and alternative source of supply

Work with regional and national procurement teams to track and communicate market conditions, pricing trends, and opportunities to maximize purchasing value

Increase awareness of Procurement Best Practices and facilitate change throughout the Business

Understand the local supply chain (manufacturing, distribution, delivery, use, service and disposal) related to the products and services being purchased

Qualification

Procurement experienceInventory managementStrategic procurementMS Office proficiencyData analysisTime managementProblem solvingCommunication skills

Required

3 + minimum experience working in procurement

Sound knowledge of MS Office suite, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Exceptional time management skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team, able to work on multiple projects at the same time and effectively manage priorities

Ability to manage and coordinate competing organizational needs

Knowledge and experience with strategic procurement process, procurement best practices, import regulations, competitive bidding, market conditions, general contract terms and conditions

Strong communication skills

Ability to analyze complex data and derive well supported conclusions

Demonstrated problem solving skills