Buyer - RENK : Job Details

About the Organization RENK is a leading supplier in the defense, marine and industry sector with superior mobility, propulsion and drive train solutions. Our tradition is centered on precision-engineered systems for maximum impact, efficiency and endurance. RENK's ambition is to support each and every one of its customers to exceed standards in harsh conditions and combat situations. RENK America is headquartered in Muskegon, Michigan with over 350 team members including our sister plant RENK Systems Corporation in Camby, Indiana. RENK America is driven by this sense of pride and purpose in our country and our community.DescriptionThe Buyer will be responsible for purchasing materials, supplies and/or equipment in support of business needs. Manages purchase orders, oversees shipping schedules, and maintains purchase order records. Conducts market research to award and negotiate with vendors, including price and delivery terms. Prepares monthly reports to analyze performance and ensure goals are met. Attends buyer meetings. Creates meeting agendas for supplier visits and writes post trip reports with action items. Works collaboratively with other departments to solve problems related to supply chain constraints.Essential Functions:

• Obtains quotes by forwarding requirements to current suppliers and recommends alternative suppliers.
• Build and maintains relationships with current suppliers and contributes to the onboarding of prospective suppliers.
• Assists/lead with procurement operational objectives by contributing information and analysis to strategic plans and reviews.
• Plans materials and/or supplies purchases by reviewing operations plans and requirements.
• May lead negotiations with suppliers and analyzes suppliers' operations to determine factors that affect prices and to determine lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability, and ability to meet required schedules.
• Contributes to purchase order assembly and ownership through the life cycle of the purchase order.
• Assists/contribute in ensuring compliance with all related applicable Federal, State, and industry laws, regulations, and standards.

Level/pay will be commensurate with education and experience.Position Requirements

• Associates degree in Supply Chain, Program Management or related field with 4+ years experience.
• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain, Program Management or related field with 0-3 years experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Must be able to interact well with all levels of management, employees, and vendors
• Proficient negotiation skills
• Ability to build strong vendor and PM relationships

RENK America is an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/VFull-Time/Part-Time Full-TimeExempt/Non-Exempt ExemptEOE Statement RENK America is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. RENK America is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. RENK America maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.