Purchasing - Buyer

AUTOMATED CONVEYOR SYSTEMS, INC. has been a leading provider of turnkey material handling systems and facility upgrades for over 40 years. Specializing in the corrugated, folding carton and the bottle and can industries, ACS has built a solid reputation on a foundation of service, craftsmanship, and innovative technology. ACS recruits and hires locally as often as possible and, whenever possible, supports the local economy when buying services, materials and supplies.

ACS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

 Job Description:

Under the direction of the Purchasing Manager, the Buyer obtains purchased components from suppliers at the lowest cost while considering quality, reliability of source, and urgency of need.

Accountabilities

Supports Operations by ensuring material availability to meet the production schedule.

Develops contingency plans to prevent disruptions in operations.

Position Requirements

Proficient with a computer

Must be a good communicator (verbal and written) and able to integrate with and work within a team environment.

High degree of initiative and ownership, attention to detail, and the discipline to follow through on assigned tasks.

Strong organizational and analytical problem-solving skills.

Must be adaptable and capable of managing several priorities effectively.

Preferred but not required

Experience with ERP/MRP

Experience in a manufacturing environment

Back up Buyer and Purchasing Manager on daily buying responsibilities.

Order shop supplies daily as needed

Order Steel as needed

Check past due PO’s

Jump in and help with daily buying responsibilities as needed.


Qualified candidates, please submit your cover letter and resume for immediate consideration. We will review your qualifications and contact you if we feel you are a match for this role. If you're not a match, we will build a profile on your behalf in hopes of contacting you in the near future with opportunities that more closely match your skill set, education and experience. 

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