Intercompany Buyer

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The Intercompany Buyer performs a functional role in a regional setting to support a multisite supply network strategy for MSA. Specifically, this position will focus on the procurement of raw, semi-finished or finished goods and services from internal sources of supply and will work to mitigate, or elevate where necessary, supplier quality, cost, and delivery issues. The incumbent is expected to pursue optimization of both cost of goods purchased and inventory availability through utilization of an organized approach that yields cost synergies, a focus on plant and distribution management, and development of positive relationships with internal (supplier) stakeholders. The incumbent must demonstrate knowledge of ERP system/Material Requirements Planning and disciplined execution abilities within the purchasing function.

Internally Procured Material Requirements Planning

• Utilize ERP system to drive on-time, in full delivery and continuity of supply through coordination and collaboration across the supply chain;
• Optimize supplier delivery schedules and inventory levels by expediting or deferring material in accordance with changes in demand.
• Utilize SAP inventory strategies as necessary to support the procurement lifecycle.

Purchase Document Management

• Utilize ERP system to effectively review and release purchase orders for the purpose of procuring raw, semi-finished and finished goods and services as necessary to support the business.
• Engage in the creation and execution of purchasing arrangement structures as necessary.
• Ensure acknowledgments and order confirmations are in place to minimize supply disruption.
• Use system to manage an invoice queue and communicate with internal departments and external supplier contacts to bring each invoice issue to resolution.

Master Data Integrity

• Enable operational excellence through the control of master data relating to purchasing information. Includes but not limited to:
• • Supplier delivery lead times
  • Purchasing information records
  • Source lists
  • MRP-relevant material master views

Supply Review/ Planning Support

• Demonstrate understanding of product base and impact to business objectives.
• Facilitate weekly communication with supply base to identify critical shortages to enable executional success.
• Participate in monthly supply review and drive awareness to executional based gaps.
• Assist with New Product Development or sustaining projects as required.
• Partner with Transportation team on tactical expedites as well as effective freight use and spend.

MSA Operating System Utilization

• Apply the MSA Operating System to correctly identify root causes of problems and drive corrective action results.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required:

• Model Disciplined Execution: through deadline-driven and well-organized achievement of detailed standard work.
• Display Innovation & Technology Mindset: Ensure master data integrity and utilizes ERP system effectively/diligently
• Make Data-Driven, Analytical Decisions Use data to drive conclusions.
• Build Partnerships, Influences Others & Communicates Effectively: Demonstrate proven capability of managing internal and external supplier communication with results-driven mentality.
• Challenge the Status Quo to Drive Continuous Improvement: Engage in problem solving techniques and demonstrates a continuous improvement mindset.

Education Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or Related Field

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities preferred:

• Solid negotiation skills
• Advanced skill with Excel
• SAP for materials planning

Education Preferred:

• ISM: CIPS / CPSM and or ASCM: CPIM / CSCP Certification

Experience Preferred:

• SAP for materials planning
• Direct material purchasing in a versatile manufacturing and distribution environment

This role is available at multiple levels:

• Level I: 0 to 3 years buying experience. This level will focus on supply chain complexity through interactions with production plants and suppliers.
• Level II : 4+ years buying experience. This level will focus on high level spend and high supply chain complexity through interactions with critical production plants and suppliers.

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