General Description of Role          

The Buyer 1 is an entry level purchasing professional who will work to ensure that YJBM has all the products, materials, and supplies needed to operate effectively and efficiently in a manner that is aligned with established policies and procedures. This is accomplished by analyzing demand requirements and placing purchase orders, maintaining/monitoring past due reports, following up on orders to ensure materials are delivered on time, etc. The Buyer may work directly in support of the production line operations and/or in collaboration with department managers, engineers, or operations staff to procure product, helping to ensure that YJBM sales and delivery requirements are achieved. 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities      

• Perform various raw materials, components, and supplies procurement activities, which includes MRP analysis, requisition processing/PO generation, and supplier follow-up to effectively support production requirements.
• Monitor open PO status reports to ensure that products are delivered on time and in acceptable condition. As needed, will track shipments and follow up with suppliers regarding undelivered goods.
• Discuss non-conforming goods or services with production inspection or quality control personnel, suppliers, and others to determine root cause and take corrective action.
• Coordinate the timely resolution of rejected material, returns, and recovery charges with suppliers.
• Work closely with Yamaha supplier quality assurance personnel as needed to improve the quality and performance of suppliers.
• Continually monitor department metrics and take action as needed to drive continual improvement in supplier pricing, quality, delivery performance, etc.
• Support accounts payable process and resolution of invoice issues.
• Conduct professional and ethical dealings with external suppliers.
• Project a positive company image by interacting with fellow employees, suppliers, and customers, in a cooperative, supportive, and courteous manner, while continually displaying a professional demeanor.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience / Skills Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field.
• Entry level knowledge of procurement processes/best practices.
• Basic understanding of production processes.
• Basic knowledge of MRP and ERP systems (QAD or SAP preferred)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to effectively communicate across all organizational levels as well as with customers and supplier representatives.
• Must be self-motivated and possess excellent organizational and time-management skills.

Work Environment / Physical Demands

Work involves walking, standing, sitting, reaching, etc. Primarily an office working environment.

These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.