Buyer/Planner

Responsible for source selection and procurement functions directly associated with castings, forgings, machining, fabricated materials, bearings, etc., and for selecting ISO quality suppliers. These products and services are to be secured at cost quality, and delivery competitive levels consistent with Company policy and performance standards. The position is further responsible for the timely planning, scheduling of receipt and inventory control of the products and services.Duties will include (but are not limited to):Initiates purchase orders and amendments for parts, services, and/or special tools; arranges for submission and inspection of sample products as required; close coordination with plant engineering to assure timely execution of product and services sourcing activities.Secures and analyzes quotations; negotiates prices and terms with suppliers; and recommends suppliers with respect to cost, quality, and delivery competitiveness for assigned responsibilities.Studies market prices and trends, engineering developments and manufacturing method improvements applicable to assigned responsibilities and advises company activities with concurrence of a Commodity Manager.Interviews and confers with current and prospective suppliers to determine supply capabilities, transportation logistics inventory control and management, negotiates prices and delivery terms with guidance from a Commodity Manager for assigned responsibilities.Coordinates as appropriate, quality matters and engineering changes/developments between company activities and suppliers.Performs other related duties as required