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Tuesday, March 18, 2014

Buyer position with MLP Steel


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18 Mount Pleasant Road Scottdale, PA  15683

800.426.1983 724.887.8100 724.887.7723 (f)

 

 

BUYER

 

MLP Steel is looking to hire a Buyer for source selection and procurement functions directly associated with the Company’s needs for direct materials and outsourced services.  This is an immediate need for a motivated team player.

 

Applicants must have a strong desire to learn and accept additional responsibilities that may be offered.  Candidates MUST have prior experience managing inventory and purchasing in an industrial environment.  Experience in the metals industry is a must.

 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Initiate purchase orders and amendments for materials through close coordination with Sales and Operations to assure timely execution of product and outsourcing services;
  • Secure and analyze quotations, negotiate prices and terms with suppliers, and recommend suppliers with respect to cost, quality and delivery competitiveness for assigned responsibilities;
  • Study market prices and trends;
  • Coordinate as appropriate, quality matters and engineering changes between company activities and suppliers;
  • Visit suppliers’ facilities to qualify them as new sources and assist in the resolution of production, quality, and/or delivery problems;
  • Prepare monthly reports for cycle counts; and
  • Prepare and participate in annual physical inventory.
     
    We offer competitive wages as well as an excellent benefits package including insurance (health, vision, dental, life, and disability), 401k with company match, educational assistance and quarterly profit sharing.  Interested candidates should email a letter of interest and resume (including salary history) to jdewitt@mlpsteel.com.  EOE