Sika Corporation employs more than 900 people in 7 manufacturing, 2 R&D facilities, and sales and marketing offices throughout the country. We are currently seeking a Buyer to work in our Grandview, MO plant for the Supply Chain/Procurement Department reporting to the Corporate Director of Purchasing.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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  Analyze internal demand requirements, existing inventory and external market conditions to maximize profitability and to identify areas of opportunity and improvement
  
  
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  Lead strategic sourcing efforts with internal customers and external vendors
  
  
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  Negotiate with vendors to get the best possible price based on market conditions
  
  
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  Coordinate with global buyers where appropriate and ensure North American compliance with global contracts
  
  
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  Issue RFQ, perform bid comparison and vendor evaluations; lead award decisions, negotiate contract terms, coordinate with legal department, and ensure on-going contract compliance
  
  
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  Track and report progress with regards to compliance with preferred vendors; use of appropriate processes and controls; and savings
  
  
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  Continually assess performance by suppliers and improve sourcing and commodity management processes
  
  
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  Drive regional efficiency improvements through automation and process simplification
  
  
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  Purchase required raw materials, office supplies, maintenance and production supplies
  
  
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  Communicate with relevant departments regarding their purchasing needs; make suggestions regarding alternate vendors, where needed, challenge internal personnel regarding timing or quantity of purchases, to maximize profitability and efficiency of the business

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

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  Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Purchasing, or related
  
  
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  5-7 years working as a buyer/purchaser for a manufacturing organization
  
  
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  Must possess excellent negotiation and conflict resolution skills
  
  
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  Must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written communication)
  
  
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  Must work well independently and in an organized manner
  
  
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  Must demonstrate the ability to analyze data
  
  
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  Must demonstrate strong decision making skills 
  
  
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  Must work well under pressure
  
  
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  5 years experience with various MS Office applications, particularly MS Excel, and minimum three years experience with ERP systems, MRP, Kanban, or JIT concepts
  
  
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  2 years experience working with SAP software

Sika Corporation offers opportunity for growth, a competitive salary and excellent benefits.  If you possess the required qualifications and are interested in applying for this position, please send your resume and salary requirements to:

    Email:  resume.madisonheights@sika-corp.com

    Address:  30800 Stephenson Highway

                   Madison Heights, MI 48071

    Fax:  248-588-1450

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