Buyer

We are seeking an organized, detail -oriented, results driven Buyer to join our team at Jacksonville, FL.

WHAT YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE

Fluidra North America is looking for results driven and oriented Buyer with following knowledge, skills and abilities needed:

• Purchasing by commodities (metals, plastics, cartons, electronics, and others)
• Inventory Management techniques (Kanban, min-max, safety stocks)
• Problem solving and decision making
• Team work and collaboration
• Effective communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Domestic and International logistics
• Knowledge of Epicor system
• Demonstrate the ability to consistently deliver products and services to meet customer needs 
• Monitor and maintain the correct prices in the MRP system for the products to be ordered, as well as communicate to management and Sourcing about any variations in the price that may impact the company financials.
• Manage the purchasing cycle, including generating requisitions, PO creation, PO follow-up, goods reception and final payment.
• Maintain closer communication with our different distribution centers, making sure the materials is received on time.
• Demonstrate some understanding and practical knowledge of a company’s manufacturing process
• Understand the different classes of inventory (raw materials, WIP, finished goods, MRO, service parts, damaged and obsolete).
• Understand the importance of safety stock and the role this stocking strategy plays in the organization.
• Collaborate with Sourcing department in a supplier rating program that monitors and measures performance while providing timely feedback to the supply partners as well as Value Improvement projects.
• Understand PPV process, and collaborate with Sourcing to develop new suppliers that supports our business needs in terms of quantity, efficiency and cost.
• Capable of managing MRP process, and advice Supply planning about supplier constraints.
• Utilize MRP system to the fullest capabilities (EPICOR)
• Knowledge about JIT, Kanban, and VMI programs as a plus
• Analytical skills are required for this position, as well as ability to manage large reports.
• Accurately identify risks that affect supply, transformation, delivery and customer demand.
• Demonstrate the ability to manage conflict by identifying and handling conflicts in a sensible, fair and efficient manner.
• Demonstrate trustworthiness and professionalism with clients, peers and team members

• At least 2+ years of demonstrable purchasing and/or materials management experience.
• Manufacturing environment experience
• Understanding of MRP/ERP systems. 
• Analytical and detail-oriented skill
• Epicor experience preferred, but not a must
• Organized and time management skills
• Ability to make decisions under pressure
• Excel data base skills
• Negotiation skills preferred
• APICS classes – good to have

• Full range of health benefits including medical, dental & vision, short & long-term disability
• 401(K) matching (100% of first 3% contributed, 50% of the next 2%)
• Health and wellness programs / gym reimbursement
• Educational assistance up to $7,000 per year
• Generous product discounts