We have an immediate need for an Indirect Buyer I for our First Quality Baby Products location in Macon, GA. The primary purpose of this role is data entry into systems and generation of Purchase Orders. This role is highly transactional and requires general supervision within a framework of established policies and procedures, buying routine parts and services.
Responsibilities include:
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Adheres to all Safe Work Practices (SWP) and organizational policies and procedures. Must abide by all safety requirements and attain safety goals.
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Partners with reliable suppliers, solving questions, and confirming expected deliverables, while resolving any delivery, payment, price discrepancies and quality related concerns.
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Performs purchase order entry and all other administrative duties related to the procurement function.
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Uploads pricing into Spare parts data mining tool.
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Runs Open order report and performs close-outs based on buyer communication.
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Assists with Accounts Payable discrepancies to assist buyers.
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Supports all value creation opportunities and strategic initiatives.
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Oversees small spend suppliers and assist with implementing new process across the team.
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Travesl to other FQ sites as required.
Required education, experience, and abilities include:
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BA/BS in Supply Chain or related work experience
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Experience with various MS office suite skills to include Excel, Word, Power Point, along with any SAP Ariba, Celonis, QlikView experience a plus.
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Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment, with some knowledge of spare parts and service requests.
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Must have strong written skills and be able to convey information orally as required.
Physical requirements inludce:
Normal mobility, manual dexterity, normal visual and auditory ability.
Work environment:
This position has a hybrid work schedule with three days on-site at designated manufacturing facility. Modifications to this schedule are possible to align with business goals. This position would work at a designated location based on site support requirements.
First Quality is committed to protecting information under the care of First Quality Enterprises commensurate with leading industry standards and applicable regulations. As such, First Quality provides at least annual training regarding data privacy and security to employees who, as a result of their role specifications, may come in to contact with sensitive data.
First Quality is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification, or protected Veteran status.
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What We Do
First Quality was founded over 30 years ago and has grown to become a diversified family of companies with over 4,000 employees. Manufacturing Adult Incontinence Products, Feminine Hygiene Products, Baby Wipes, Adult Washcloths, and Consumer Paper Products, we serve institutional and retail markets throughout the world. Our trusted, household brands include Prevail®, Cuties®, Plenty®, Panda®, and Incognito®
Our facilities operate independently to maintain focus on the markets they serve, but benefit from being a part of the First Quality family of companies. We may be spread out across 9 locations and 2 countries, but we are one team! With our focus on innovation, technology, and sustainability, we strive to create the best products that stand out and make a real difference in people’s lives without ever sacrificing quality for affordability.
If advanced technology, innovative thinking, and a passion for challenging the status quo excite you, come join our team at First Quality! When you look at one of our job listings what you’ll find is an opportunity: to meet teams who challenge each other to improve, encounter leaders who empower you to experiment, and discover work that inspires you. As a new employee in our FQ family your training begins day one and continues throughout your career as you learn and grow with our organization. Be part of making things better – apply today to join our team at www.firstquality.com/join-us!
