Buyer

MAIN FUNCTION

Oversee the integrity of the corporate procurement policies and procedures as related to the daily purchasing function to ensure the smooth orderly flow of services, materials, and equipment to meet plant operability, safety goals and customer satisfaction. Develop and maintain professional business relationship between CCC facilities and our suppliers to meet the company objectives and customer requirements. Issues Purchase Orders for all locations at the direction of supervisor; assists plant locations with purchasing related questions; other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Purchasing

Issues Purchase Orders for all locations as requested up to $50k once appropriate approval has been given per the Delegation of Authority; over $50k under Purchasing Manager’s approval.

Coordinates all spot, equipment and project purchase orders with plant Material Handling Coordinators and Maintenance Personnel.

Trains and assists plant personnel in adhering and interpreting Purchasing policies and procedure.

Order all small tools, supplies, and coordinate all repairs and services as needed for Barberton, OH location.

Coordinates the Purchasing Activities and invoice processing for the HTC facility in Houston.

Orders all office supplies and furniture necessary for the day-to-day operation of the business. Proper inventory levels and records are maintained, and reorder of supplies is accomplished on a timely basis.

Maintains in inventory and reorders all stationery, business cards, safety stickers, OSHA labels, railcar placards and barcoding supplies.

Processes invoices in Microsoft D365 for all locations.

Assists with coordination of department ISO and purchasing documentation and filing systems.

Assists Purchasing Manager in any administrative duties as needed (i.e. memos, tax exemption certificates, etc.)

Assists in maintaining all Purchasing SharePoint documents.

Ensure all first aid cabinets and kits are properly stocked; AED and fire extinguishers are maintained and serviced. Coordinate First Aid classes and pay all monthly first aid invoices as required.

Handle all pest control services, extermination issues and payments as needed.

Responsible for HHQ Coffee and Beverage Services.

Send out HHQ building alerts and notices.

Perform any office service duties as needed in the absence of other Purchasing team members and assist in day-to-day mailroom duties and maintain mail meter machine lease and postage limits.

Helps monitor and acts upon building help desk requests at the direction of supervisor. Provides support during office moves, new employee hiring and building issues.

Assist with building maintenance and repairs at the direction of supervisor (HVAC system, plumbing issues, electrician services, janitorial services, lawn maintenance, etc.)

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree in business or related field or equivalent experience preferred.

Two to three years of previous experience in purchasing environment.

Minimum of 5 years administrative experience; good communication skills, people skills, and problem-solving skills.

General knowledge of business practices and office procedures and equipment.

Knowledge of Microsoft Windows applications required. Other computer applications desirable.