Purchasing Buyer

Job Description
Responsible for acquiring materials and placing purchase order for goods. A Buyer acquires materials, negotiates prices and terms, and places purchase order for goods; and develops and qualifies new supply and vendor sources. Maintains approved Supply/vendor list. Prepares and tracks purchase orders through the purchasing process. Input changes into the purchasing system. Prepares and files purchasing related documentation. Adhere to all established procedures as defined by ATS Quality Procedures, Process Flows, Work Instructions, Safety Procedures, and the Employee Handbook.
RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Purchasing of materials
• Purchase requisitioned parts with consideration to required dates
• Approve and compile an approved vendors list which meets ISO requirements
• Work with managers and/or designers to handle any purchasing problems that arise
• Source alternative vendors/parts/ship methods as necessary to meet manufacturers schedules
• Negotiate cost/service with vendors
• Enter and order all miscellaneous orders using the "Materials Requisition Form"
• Maintain files of confirmed P.O.'s for pricing record and history
• Expedite parts and measure/hold vendors accountable for on time deliveries
• Resolve P.O. and invoice discrepancies for accounting department
• Meet with suppliers to develop relationship and resolve issues
• Return materials to vendors as required
• Assist the technicians/shop supervisor to resolve purchasing issues as required
• Comply with all company and department ISO operating procedures
• Create / process reports as required

COMMUNICATIONS

• Supply Chain Manager - Issues needing management attention or approval
• Project Managers - Relate information on material delivery times or problems
• Machine Shop Coordinator - Issues pertaining to manufactured parts and materials to produce the manufactured parts.
• Engineers - Verify specifications for purchasing requests
• Provide cost estimates to ATS personnel as required

EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in business or equivalent relevant experience
EXPERIENCE:
Two years purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment preferred. A working knowledge of expediting purchase material is essential. A working knowledge of PC based Microsoft applications for business is preferred. Must have ability to work with and communicate effectively with people at all levels of the organization.
Join our globally growing team at ATS Industrial Automation where we create complex automation solutions at the highest level that sustainably impact lives around the world.
At ATS, a publicly traded global company with a proud 40-year history, we help drive the future with our factory-wide automation solutions. At ATS Industrial Automation, what we do matters - both to our customers and to their customers. With 600 skilled employees around the world, we design, build and service mission-critical automated assembly and test solutions for mobility, nuclear and specialty automation. Our customers are leaders in their industries and rely on us to deliver what we promise - on time and on budget. Combined with our broad product portfolio, financial strength and global presence, we provide our customers with the best automation solutions wherever and whenever they need them.
Join our ATS Industrial Automation Team because:

• We VALUE our People: The foundation of a great company is having the best team which is why we continuously work to develop, engage, empower, and energize our people.
• We've got GREAT Work Perks: We provide a variety of perks to our employees. Make sure you ask more about our flexible work schedules, employee events, free coffee beverages, employee referral program and safety shoe programs.
• We offer COMPETITIVE Total Rewards: Competitive starting salaries, overtime pay eligibility, paid vacation, company paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance, comprehensive health benefits, 401K matching program, Employee Incentive Bonus program and optional Employee Share Purchase Program.
• We support internal GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT: ATS Automation offers endless opportunities for professional growth and development, including tuition reimbursement programs and our commitment to promoting from within.