Buyer needed in Carrollton

Thanks to FPC member Jim for sending these leads: (By the way, Jim says he knows the people in this division, so if you're interested, let the church office know and we will put you in touch).

OFS Fitel, LLC

Job Title: Buyer
Business Unit: OCS
Department: Purchasing - OCS Division
Location: Carrollton, GA
Employee Category: Hourly (Non-Exempt)
Shift: First

Job Summary
The Buyer is responsible for the procurement of raw materials, equipment and selected services for the OCS (Connectivity) division. This is accomplished thru the review and maintenance of the automated inventory control system (SAP). The Buyer is also responsible for soliciting quotes and proposals for selected materials and or services. This information is to be evaluated and business awarded to the most appropriate supplier. The Buyer shall also maintain proper documentation to ensure that suppliers have sufficient information to provide quality products. They shall also monitor industry trends for potential opportunities or issues.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

 Assist Purchasing Manager with suggested inventory levels and recommend purchase quantities.
 Create third party purchase orders for OFS contract manufacturers. Responsible for subsequent third party follow-up including expedites, modifications, revisions, etc.
 Update and establish purchasing procedures as required.
 Maintain a list of qualified suppliers.
 Assists with invoicing problems
 Maintains files of requisitions, packing lists, and vendor letters and faxes.
 Routinely reviews production, maintenance, office, and raw material inventories to determine stock items that need to be ordered to maintain proper inventory levels and optimize costs. Periodically reviews production, maintenance, for additional small parts and tool requisitions, and with various departments additional office supply requisitions.
 Responsible for reviewing the inventory position/reorder point of production, maintenance, office supplies and raw materials.
This is accomplished by reviewing inventory position and open demand in the computerized inventory system and communicating with the warehouse personnel.
 Must have a good understanding of all department functions.
 Writes or completes requisitions; telephones or faxes orders to vendors; files the paperwork; and enters order information (such as the item, quality, and delivery date) into the automated production tracking computer system.
 Responsible for maintaining supplies, and some raw materials.
 Assists Accounting and Receiving with questions and problem solving of with packing lists and invoices resulting in the accurate billing of accounts.

Job Qualifications

 High School Graduate or equivalent. AS/AS a plus
 Previous experience in purchasing and manufacturing preferred
 Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
 Computer Skills: SAP (proficient), Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
 Working knowledge of basic accounting principals

Note: All internal candidates must submit their resume via the OFS Website “Careers” to be considered for this position.