Merchandise Buyer, Sr. jobs in Aiken, SC

Merchandise Buyer, Sr. selects merchandise for order, places order, and stays involved in inventory distribution. Reviews success of previous orders to determine extent to which inventory should be replenished. Being a Merchandise Buyer, Sr. researches new trends or advances in product lines to make appropriate buying decisions. Functions as a decision maker with orders of a larger and more complex scope. Additionally, Merchandise Buyer, Sr. may require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be a Merchandise Buyer, Sr. typically requires 7+ years of related experience. A specialist on complex technical and business matters. Work is highly independent. May assume a team lead role for the work group. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Sr. Buyer - Strategic Purchasing
  • MTU America Inc.
  • Graniteville, SC FULL_TIME
  • Sr. Buyer - Strategic Purchasing

    Job Functions:

    At Rolls-Royce, we see sustainability in the field of drive and energy solutions as both the biggest challenge and biggest opportunity of our time. That's why we have set targets to reach Net Zero by 2050. In our Power Systems division, we have set an even more aggressive target to reduce our CO2 emissions by 35% by 2030 (from 2019 levels). It is within Power Systems that we provide world-class power solutions and complete life-cycle support under our product and solutions brand, mtu.

    Innovation takes curiosity, and that is the force that drives us. We promote a corporate culture of respect, trust and curiosity. These are thing thinks that give rise to passion to move things forward and improve them for the future. Our goal is to create an engaging environment where all employees can fully develop themselves and their potential.

    Job Summary
    This position is recognized as a Senior Strategic Buyer and is responsible for procurement of direct materials and services especially for casting commodities in support of engine production and aftersales / service of engine components in North America.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities
    • Process purchasing award summaries and purchasing documents for suppliers directly related to production material
    • Assist in the development of International Commodity Team strategies that align with Global/Regional Purchasing and Logistics Objectives
    • Manage cross-functional projects on time and within budget
    • Develop sourcing lists and monitor supplier performance
    • Aggressively resolve all pricing, invoicing and contract related issues with the suppliers
    • Negotiate pricing, terms and annual contracts with suppliers
    • Evaluate and select new suppliers based on common practices and based on negotiated agreements focused on price, quality, delivery and other required services
    • Maintain open communication between internal departments, management, and suppliers
    • Support cost savings initiatives
    • Support the implementation of a standardized process approach utilizing digitalization, common forms, measurements, and structure
    • Forecast annual material, purchasing volumes, annual savings, tooling costs and repair budget
    • Perform special projects as required
    • Maintain good housekeeping practices
    • Adhere to company/professional ethics governing the handling of confidential information and the observation of confidentiality
    • Promote a compliance culture in area of responsibility and live the letter and the spirit of the Rolls Royce Code of Conduct.

    Posting Title:

    Senior Buyer - Strategic Purchasing

    Location:

    MTU Aiken Plant (Graniteville, SC)

    Functional Area:

    Purchasing

    FLSA Code:

    EXEMPT

    Employment Type:

    MUS - Salaried

    EEO Information

    MTU America is an equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans) and federal contractor. Only candidates who apply via our company website will be considered.

    Qualifications:

    Required:

    • Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Materials Management, or Business Finance, and 5 years of procurement, materials management, supplier cost analysis, or supply chain management experience; or 9 years of experience in procurement, materials management, supplier cost analysis, or supply chain management
    • Minimum 2 years' experience handling confidential sensitive matters with discretion
    • Excellent negotiation skills
    • Excellent working knowledge of purchasing practices and procedures
    • Excellent financial/cost analysis and problem-solving skills when issues are very complex
    • Strong knowledge of production planning, supply chain and/or materials management processes
    • Strong global knowledge of suppliers and international/domestic activities
    • Strong organizational, planning, and follow-up skills
    • Strong oral, written and presentation communication skills, and the ability to understand the needs of the internal customer
    • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with others
    • Strong ability to interpret blueprints and engineering documents
    • Self-starter with the ability to work independently with little direction
    • Ability to travel - domestic and international and work flexible hours
    Preferred:
    • Specific knowledge of Off-Highway Diesel Engine commodities, materials and products
    • SAP experience
    • Working knowledge of Foundry practice and processes. Experience in purchasing of Casting products for heavy industrial applications.
    • Ability to review 2D drawings / 3D models with understanding of technical requirements and Casting / Machining processes which meet the required specifications.

    Work Environment:

    Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
    Daily work is performed in an office, general manufacturing environments. This position has a Monday through Friday work schedule, as business requires.
    While performing tasks of this position, the employee is regularly required to operate a computer inside the facility. Next, an employee will be occasionally required to come in contact with wet or humid conditions. Finally, this position within the work environment, employees are occasionally requested to endure noise while performing daily tasks.
    The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, crouch, or reach within the facility. Also, the employee will occasionally be required to grasp items to carry that are 10-25 pounds once per day. Finally, the employee is occasionally required to push or pull items that 10-25 pounds once per day.
    Specific vision requirements for this position include close vision, distance vision, see color.
    Must be willing to travel as required.

    Equipment:
    Computer, Copier, Phone, Fax


    Rolls-Royce Solutions America is a Military Friendly Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. You can learn more here.

    Shift:

    First

    Job Type:

    Regular

    Work Schedule:

    Full Time

    Sr. Buyer - Strategic Purchasing | MTU

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Buyer
  • Nutrien
  • Augusta, GA FULL_TIME
  • At Nutrien, our purpose is Feeding the Future and we do so with safety, inclusion, integrity and results as our core values. Nothing is more important than sending our people home safe, every day. Nut...
  • 12 Days Ago

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Buyer - (SC100)
  • ProSidian Consulting, LLC
  • Aiken, SC FULL_TIME
  • Company DescriptionProSidian is a Management and Operations Consulting Firm focusing on providing value to clients through tailored solutions based on industry-leading practices. We help forward-think...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Junior Buyer
  • ARM Group
  • Barnwell, SC FULL_TIME
  • ARM Group LLC is looking to hire a "Buyer" for our growing client located in Barnwell, SCOverview:Purchase raw and packaging materials necessary for the manufacture as needed to meet the production sc...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Buyer coordinator
  • Hubell
  • Aiken, SC FULL_TIME
  • Job Overview The Buyer will locate, qualify and lead suppliers to provide the highest quality product at the lowest cost with the highest timely delivery rate. A Day In The Life Analyzes demand, plans...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Buyer - Production
  • MTU America Inc.
  • Graniteville, SC FULL_TIME
  • Buyer - Production Job Functions: At Rolls-Royce, we see sustainability in the field of drive and energy solutions as both the biggest challenge and biggest opportunity of our time. That's why we have...
  • 25 Days Ago

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Cashier
  • Five Guys Burgers and Fries
  • Aiken, SC
  • Company Introduction: Five Guys Burgers and Fries is one of America's most successful hamburger concepts, not just for i...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Lead Grocery Stocker FT
  • Alex Lee
  • Aiken, SC
  • It's an exciting time to join Lowes Foods! In addition to being part of a family-owned and growing company, we offer gre...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Buyer - Production
  • Rolls-Royce Solutions America
  • Graniteville, SC
  • Job Functions: At Rolls-Royce, we see sustainability in the field of drive and energy solutions as both the biggest chal...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Store Manager
  • The Fresh Market Inc
  • Aiken, SC
  • The Fresh Market & You:: Our mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for our guests, and we are looking for a n...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Retail Supervisor-Hitchcock Plaza
  • Bath & Body Works
  • Aiken, SC
  • Retail Supervisor-Hitchcock Plaza Brand: Bath & Body Works Location: Aiken, SC, US Location Type: On-site Job ID: 0416F ...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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AREA Store Manager Trainee
  • Farmers Home Furniture
  • Aiken, SC
  • ** If assigned, the applicant must be willing to relocate within 45 miles of the assigned store. The list of stores for ...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Restaurant Crew - Cashier (Full-Time)
  • Zaxby's
  • Aiken, SC
  • As the team at Zaxby's expands, we're saving a seat for you! To our guests, Zaxby's is more than just a place to eat - i...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Restaurant Crew - Cashier (Part-Time)
  • Zaxby's
  • Aiken, SC
  • As the team at Zaxby's expands, we're saving a seat for you! To our guests, Zaxby's is more than just a place to eat - i...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Aiken is the largest city in and the county seat of Aiken County, in the western portion of the state of South Carolina, United States. With Augusta, Georgia, it is one of the two largest cities of the Central Savannah River Area. It is part of the Augusta-Richmond County Metropolitan Statistical Area. Founded in 1835, it was named after William Aiken, the president of the South Carolina Railroad. It became part of Aiken County when the county was formed in 1871 from parts of Orangeburg, Lexington, Edgefield, and Barnwell counties. Aiken is home to the University of South Carolina Aiken. The p...
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Income Estimation for Merchandise Buyer, Sr. jobs
$125,829 to $175,989
Aiken, South Carolina area prices
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