Buyer II
Company: Lufkin Industries
Location: Claremore
Posted on: August 6, 2022
Job Description:
Job DescriptionJob Purpose:The Buyer position requires a
knowledge of basic purchasing functions. The Buyer must be able to
apply this knowledge when reviewing requisitions for materials
and/or equipment purchases to find the best purchasing opportunity
for Lufkin Industries with respect to cost, quality and
delivery.Key Accountabilities:
- Ensure optimal flow of material from suppliers to
manufacturing/distribution facilities in alignment with the
operations plan
- Work with cross functional teams to identify critical materials
and/or equipment
- Review requisitions for material and equipment to determine
best vendor based on price, delivery, and quality with minimal
supervision
- Develop bid lists and bid packages for the purchase of
materials and equipment
- Evaluate vendor quotations to ensure price, quality, and
delivery
- Provide procurement recommendations of vendor selections
obtained through the evaluation of vendor quotations and other
comparative analysis
- Demonstrate basic knowledge of commodities being purchased
- Demonstrate very good knowledge of MRP planning and inventory
management principles
- Ability to evaluate purchase lot size economics to optimize
inventory levels while minimizing stock outs and excess
inventory
- Implement effective strategy for various direct material
categories that reduce cost, secure supply, support inventory
levels and minimize supply chain disruptions
- Monitor purchase price variance proactively and take steps to
mitigate cost inflation
- Support Sourcing Category Manager by identifying opportunities
for alternate sources or cost reduction exercise
- Understand standard terms and conditions for purchases and how
they protect the company from risks and liabilities with minimal
supervision
- Establish compliance reviews to ensure internal processes and
suppliers meet or exceed all Lufkin and local laws, policies, and
procedures
- Apply standard processes while meeting business requirements in
accordance with Procurement's policies and procedures with minimal
supervision Required Education & Preferred Certifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering or Supply Chain
- At least 3 years of experience in purchasing /procurement is
required
- Experience in one or more of the following categories desirable
– Metals, Machining, MRO, Indirect ServicesCertificates & Licenses
- APICS or ISM certifications highly desirable
- Lean/Six Sigma - PreferredRequired Knowledge / Skills
- Familiar with industry related commodities
- Strong interpersonal skills and capable of building strong
relationships with internal customers, as well as vendors
- Strong analytical, problem solving and time management
skills
- Able to work in a team and take direction from management or
senior level peers
- Strong communication (written and oral) and organization
skills
- Maintain a high regard for personal safety, safety of company
assets and employees and the general public
- Proficient in Microsoft applications including, but not limited
to, Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
- Experience with data analytical tools like Power BI, Tableau,
Advanced Excel
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems (JDE Preferred)Lufkin's proud
past extends back to the early 20th century when the Lufkin Foundry
manufactured railroad and sawmill equipment. The company expanded
soon after by pioneering oilfield pumping units in the 1920s.
Today, Lufkin is a world leader in its field, providing
precision-engineered oilfield equipment, products, and services to
customers around the globe.Lufkin Industries is an Equal
Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard
to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability,
protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by
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Keywords: Lufkin Industries, Tulsa , Buyer II, Other , Claremore, Oklahoma
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