National Carwash Solutions has grown over the past 50 years to become North America’s largest equipment, service, and cleaning solutions provider in the car wash industry. Our world-class brands are backed by the largest service network in the country with more than 300 dedicated service professionals and growing! Come join us for an extraordinary career in a high growth, team-oriented company!

As a Senior Buyer, you are responsible for the planning and placing of orders, and/or rescheduling delivery of orders for assigned parts, materials, and supplies pertaining to the manufacturing process, or items required for general business activities – ensuring quality standards are met and products are purchased at the best value.

Job Duties:

Reviews the Material Requirement Planning (MRP) report for purchasing requirements and executes daily actions according to department procedures (P.O. releases, supplier acknowledgments)
Reviews requisitions and Engineering documents for requirements and specifications for same
Communicates forecasted requirements to suppliers to maintain supply chain health
Maintain appropriate inventory levels consistent with targeted inventory goals
Maintain accurate planning metrics including lead time, MOQ/EOQ, costing, purchasing information and safety stock levels
Conduct regular reviews of current usage levels with above parameters to ensure proper ordering volumes and patterns are followed to support Manufacturing and Service needs
Review all available reports for shortages and excess and take appropriate action to expedite or disposition material
Manage Supplier invoicing approval to minimize Purchase Price Variance and supplier adherence to contract terms throughout the year
Resolve non-conforming product, invoicing and other issues in a timely manner to ensure availability of product and timely payment to suppliers
Act as a liaison between suppliers and other departments to resolve procurement related problems
Escalate internal organizational issues and all issues pertaining to Suppliers (Cost, Quality, Availability, and Commercial) to the Procurement Director for resolution
Respond to customer inquiries promptly and professionally
Contribute to team effort by accomplishing other procurement-related tasks as needed (cycle counting, inventory adjustments, new supplier identification)
Special projects and other accounting related duties as requested
Comply with all applicable OSHA, EPA, local regulatory laws, and company safety policies
Management retains the discretion to add or change the duties of this position at any time

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Management, Business or associate major preferred
Warehousing/inventory control experience
Ability to execute cost analysis for "make" vs "buy"
4-7 years purchasing experience
Demonstrated knowledge of purchasing principles and practices.
Strong MRP and/or ERP experience – SAP preferred.
Experience managing assigned product metrics
Proven experience in sourcing, negotiations, and developing cost saving initiatives
Proficiency using Microsoft Office advanced Excel capabilities
Experience using purchasing software and manufacturing computer system

Grow your career supported by an energized and passionate team, professional development, training, flexibility and opportunities for advancement. We offer competitive wages and benefits including comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage, matching 401(k), paid time off and more.

National Carwash Solutions is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are a drug free, EEO employer committed to a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, national origin, sex age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, disability, education, political affiliation or veteran status.

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