Sr Buyer

Senior Buyer

Ameristar Perimeter Security USA, an ASSA ABLOY branded company, is looking for a Senior Buyer.  The Buyer will demonstrate competencies in sourcing raw materials and components directly related to the development of New and Existing Product. The Buyer will demonstrate competencies in making sourcing decisions with raw materials and components in a manufacturing environment, delivering annual cost extraction projects, and negotiating with suppliers. The Buyer will also demonstrate strong and agile project management skills and facilitate/build relationships with suppliers and internal customers to obtain key initiatives that are in line with Ameristar’s vision and goals.

What you will be doing:

Responsible for proposing cost savings projects and delivering annual cost extraction target (example 3% of spend) 

Evaluate new and existing suppliers for all purchases assigned 

Responsible for supplier reduction target direct and indirect suppliers 

Responsible for process improvements events in respective area 

Responsible for interpreting specifications and drawings provided by engineering and be able to provide quotations and sources for products needed according to project timelines. 

Responsible for recommending alternatives to products specified by Engineering and sales. 

Responsible for analyzing costs for purchased products for Direct Material existing and New Product 

Assemble facts and data in order to make an informed decision on departmental issues related to pricing, delivery, and quality. 

Responsible for tracking quality issues related to suppliers 

Responsible for handling day to day issues related to Material existing and New Product. 

The skills and experience you need:

Education:   

Bachelor Degree Preferred – Preferably Supply Chain Management, Business, Accounting, or Engineering 

Experience:  

Procurement experience required (Minimum 10 years) 

Experience in procurement with New Product Development (Preferred) 

Experience with Raw Materials and manufacturing related sourcing (Preferred) 

Entry level management experience (Preferred) 

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt (Preferred) 

Other: 

Strong oral and written communication skills required 

Analytical and problem solving skills required 

Strong Excel skills required 

Strong negotiation skills required 

Compliance with Ameristar’s principles and standards of Ethical Supply Management Conduct

This role is located in Tulsa, OK.

Questions about this role?  Please contact Ameristar Human Resources at AmeristarHumanResources@assaabloy.com.

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