Senior Buyer

Innovative Controls Systems (ICS) is part of OPW VWS, a leader in the Vehicle Wash Manufacturing industry. ICS brings expertise and industry leadership in POS MGT Systems, Payment Terminals, Car Wash Controllers, Accessories, and other Car Wash Equipment. Excellent benefits package with health, dental, vision, disability & life insurance. Paid time off, paid holidays as well as an on-site Cafeteria and Employee Fitness Center.

For over 125 years, OPW has led the way in designing and manufacturing world-class retail fueling, fluid handling and car wash system solutions for the safe and efficient handling and distribution of fuels and critical fluids. OPW makes above ground and below ground products for both conventional, vapour recovery and clean energy applications in the retail and commercial markets. Additionally, OPW supplies loading arms, valves and dry-break couplings, tank truck equipment, rail car valves and equipment, and car wash systems. OPW has manufacturing operations in North America, Europe, Latin America and Asia Pacific, with sales offices around the world. OPW is part of the Dover Corporation, which is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under 'DOV'. To learn more about OPW’s 125 years of providing industry-leading solutions, visit our website at www.opwglobal.com.

Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenue of over $7 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, specialty systems, consumable supplies, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Fueling Solutions, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Refrigeration & Food Equipment. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 60 years, our team of approximately 24,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under "DOV." Additional information is available at dovercorporation.com.

 

Job Summary

Procure products, parts, supplies, and services from both predetermined and newly selected sources in the most economically advantageous manner for the company, weighing vended cost, quality, and delivery. Assist in new product activity as it relates to the Purchasing department.   

 

Major Responsibilities/Activities

• Negotiate to optimize vendor capabilities in areas of price, quality, and lead time.
• Establish purchase agreements for production parts to be replenished through various Lean procurement systems.
• Lead the selection of new items and suppliers as the need arises during the product development cycle.
• During the new product development cycle, coordinate communications with R&D and/or Product Engineering personnel by participating in solidifying supplier’s quotes and supply agreements for new items intended for use in production. 
• Coordinate ordering and expediting of prototype components for analysis in the Alpha and Beta phases of product development.
• Solicit quotations and supply agreements for new items intended for use in production.
• Coordinate supplier visits, ISO audits and evaluations in assigned commodity groups for all potential new Class 1 and 2 suppliers, and Class 3 suppliers when appropriate.
• Provide information required for completion of purchased parts Item Masters as required.
• Assist in product activity as it relates to the purchasing function; coordinate communication between Purchasing and R&D for new products and supplies currently not procured by purchasing.
• Complete initial and subsequent supplier evaluation reports.
• Assure quality and on-time delivery of parts, products, supplies, and services purchased.
• Expedite production par