Buyer

Do you have experience as a Buyer or working within Procurement? Do you enjoy building relationships with external vendors? Do you enjoy negotiating with vendors to ensure fair pricing? Are you looking for a position that will afford you the opportunity to be in an environment where you have a voice and can truly see the impact of your efforts?

If you answered yes to these questions, we should talk!

Norshield (an ASSA ABLOY company) is looking to add a Buyer to our Team! This position will be based on-site out of our Montgomery, Alabama manufacturing facility.

Come see who we are at: https://www.assaabloy.com/group/en/about-us

We are growing and there has never been a more exciting time to join us!

What would you do as our Buyer?

You will be an integral part of a small team that will be responsible for procurement of materials and services.

You will also:

• Procure materials, supplies and services required to support daily production requirements and operations of the facility.
• Initiate RFQs, issue purchase orders, and perform necessarily follow up to ensure timely delivery of materials and supplies and a high level of supplier performance.
• Collect and analyze data to draw conclusions about supplier performance, trends, and opportunities to leverage spend across the organization.
• Troubleshoot invoice discrepancies and perform root cause analysis to reduce number of invoice/pricing errors.
• Assist with assigned daily, month-end and year-end reports as required and gather information for management as required.
• Identify and implement cost savings initiatives; develop accountability with suppliers for year-over-year results.
• Conduct periodic review of supplier performance and action item follow up.
• Monitor Key Performance Metrics and improve performance against targeted goals.
• Identify new suppliers as well as develop new existing suppliers.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Actively participates in providing a safe and harmonious working environment for all employees.
• Assures compliance with federal, state, local and corporate governance policies, regulations and laws, AADG programs and policies and the ASSA ABLOY Code of Conduct

What we are looking for:

• High school degree or GED equivalent. Degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain or related area preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in a purchasing role.
• CPM or APICS certification would be a plus.
• Previous working knowledge using a MRP system and technology tools such as e-auctions.
• Possess excellent negotiating, follow-up, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Experience in a LEAN manufacturing background is preferred.
• Knowledge of industry best practices within the MRO space.
• Comfortable working in an office / manufacturing environment.
• Ability to build strong relationships with internal customers and suppliers.
• Ability to multi-task and handle tasks or projects with competing priorities.
• Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite. Specifically Excel with ability to analyze data utilizing various formulas and Pivot Tables.

What we offer!

We are passionate about providing amazing opportunities and benefits, so you can continue and progress a lifelong career with us. Here are some highlights of what we have to offer:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Short and Long-term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance, Flexible Spending, Employee Assistance Program, discount portal, recognition and well-being programs … just to name just a few!
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and 12 paid Company Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement, Learning and Career Development opportunities
• Competitive Salary

Norshield Security Products (an ASSA ABLOY branded company), a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We encourage applications from Veterans, Disabled individuals, and other protected categories. Take the next step in your career and apply today to become a key player on our team!

We review applications regularly, so don’t wait!

We are building diverse, inclusive teams, and encourage applications from everyone who can see themselves working with us.

To make sure your personal data is safe, we don’t look at any applications sent by email or post.

If you have any questions about the role or the process, email Stephanie Mandato, Senior Talent Acquisition Manager at stephanie.mandato@assaabloy.com

Let’s create a safer and more open world - together!

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