Buyer Ii (Hybrid)

dormakaba is seeking a Buyer to join the plant procurement organization in our Reamstown, PA production facility. This role will report directly to the Purchasing Manager and work closely with Engineering, Quality Assurance, Product Management, Planning, Regional and Global Procurement, and suppliers. The Buyer is responsible for management of the supplier base necessary for the direct procurement of assigned commodities, including MRO, MRP, Logistics, Service Equipment and Capital Equipment.

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $75,000 - $85,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data). Please visit our career site for more information on benefits.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Manage MRP and perform procurement of assigned commodities to support factory production and customer orders
• Evaluate MRP purchase requisitions and inventory levels to optimize inventory levels and working capital
• Manage, maintain and evaluate on-going supplier performance improvements
• Work closely with Category Managers to monitor market indicators and develop strategic buys
• Interact with internal and external customers/suppliers to ensure customer satisfaction
• Supplier selection in assigned commodities
• Negotiate contracts, materials master agreements, and develop consignment-blanket order agreements under the direction of the Purchasing Manager
• Perform cost analysis, value analysis and target costing
• Perform supplier assessment, appraisal, selection and development of approved supplier list
• Perform inquiry, bid quotation analysis and negotiation planning
• Develop supplier consolidation strategies and source new technologies in assigned commodities
• Resolve chronic supplier quality resolution
• Purchase capital equipment and corporate services

WHAT WE REQUIRE

• 5+ years of purchasing/supply management experience
• Experience procuring for a manufacturing facility
• Negotiation skills
• Research/analysis skills
• Basic understanding of contracts and legal documents
• NAPM seminars, training, or certifications
• Proficient in Excel

WHAT WE PREFER

• Associate’s degree
• Working knowledge of SAP or ERP systems

WHAT WE OFFER

• Taking Care of our Employees on Day One with Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance coverage options. No waiting periods!
• Your health is our priority, we offer Medical Wellness Programs to aid in your well-being.
• Vacation and Personal Time Off
• We support your growing family; we provide Parental Leave for Moms and Dads!
• Wisely plan for your future with our 401k Matching plan beginning on Day One.
• Supporting your career development with our Tuition Reimbursement Program.
• Robust culture supporting internal advancement with our Learn and Grow Program.
• Discover your best attributes using CliftonStrengths to pave the way for success at dormakaba.
• 24/7 access to over 15,000 LinkedIn Learning courses to assist in your professional development and to expand on your individual interests.
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Voluntary Legal Insurance
• Unlimited Referral Reward Bonuses
• Corporate Discounts for shopping, travel and more!

WHY JOIN DORMAKABA?

We are at the heart of every place that matters. As a leading global provider in the access solutions market for schools, banks, airports, hospitals, and hotels, we enable seamless movement within secure, safe, and sustainable places. Our work is IMPORTANT. YOU are important. We provide our people with the tools to shape their careers for growth. With around 16,000 employees worldwide, EVERY team member contributes to our mission and can make a positive difference. By working as one global team, we continue Growing the Business, Growing Together, and Growing Ourselves. Build your career with us!

Learn why our employees enjoy working for dormakaba: dormakaba Testimonials

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Stevens, PA 17578: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Stevens, PA 17578