Outsource Machining Buyer

Company Overview

Fori Automation, a Lincoln Electric Company, is a global supplier of welding, assembly, material handling and testing equipment for both automotive and non-automation customers around the work. Headquarters in Shelby Twp., Michigan. Fori automation has facilities located in China, Korea, Germany, Spain, India, and Mexico. Fori Automation focuses on delivering cost effective highly engineered products and systems that can be designed and manufactured globally with localized sales, project management and service.

Position Summary

Candidate will work out of Fori Automation facility in Shelby Twp. Michigan and will report to the Purchasing Supervisor. Candidate must demonstrate the following to be considered:

• To execute procurement of goods and services required at Fori Automation within required timeframes and obtain the best value for money spent on these goods and services.
• Assists the Purchasing Supervisor in managing the daily office functions of the Purchasing Department.
• Responsible for prioritizing their daily activities to reflect the objectives set forth by management.
• Responsible for compliance with all established administrative and quality procedures as outlined by Fori Automation executive management. (i.e.: QS-9000TE, ISO, Kinetic, Ariba, etc.)
• Responsible to assure that procedures/practices are followed that will assure quality workmanship by all departmental personnel.
• Provides necessary feedback to all departments relating to specific cost and timing issues.
• Responsible for remaining current with established purchasing practices and attending any training as requested by management.
• Responsible for fulfilling objectives of executive management as they pertain to the Purchasing Department functions; this includes all administrative, bureaucratic, and supervisory objectives.
• Responsible for the proper execution of safety procedures/training as outlined and identified by Fori Automation management, MIOSHA, and OSHA as they relate to their specific job.

Position Summary Continued

• Responsible for monitoring company established measurables and making recommendations to reprioritize or adjust systems/procedures to obtain the desired results.
• Responsible for housekeeping in their personal workspace and surrounding area.
• Must maintain a professional and cooperative relationship with all Fori personnel and actively participate in problem solving with other departments as it relates to Purchasing issues.
• Responsible for the organization, storage, and retrieval of Purchasing Department data (both printed and electronic) and effective and timely communication with all other departments concerning this data.
• Establishes the proper working relationship with all Fori Automation suppliers.
• Reviews costs with suppliers on a routine basis to assure best value for money spent.
• Represents Fori Automation, and its interests, in all business dealings with suppliers.
• Makes alternate product recommendations to engineering and manufacturing based on value and lead time.
• Provides constant feedback on delivery issues for procured goods and services to all parties involved.
• Investigates and audits suppliers relative to their capabilities, capacity, quality, price, delivery reliability, financial status, etc.
• Creates Purchase orders in Kinetic.
• Responsible for timely data entry into Kinetic.
• Special assignments from Executive Management.
• Establishes guidelines for current supplier base to assure compliance to Company’s strategic objectives and establishes long term partnerships.
• Follow-up with errant suppliers and make recommendations to Supply Chain Manager as to best way to correct any unresolved issues.
• Assists the Proposal and Estimating Department in the development of customer quotations by obtaining outside quotes thru Ariba for goods and services.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED required
• Bachelor’s degree in Business or another related field highly preferred
• 3+ years as a buyer in an automotive or automation environment
• 1-3+ years’ experience in Machining/CNC environment  
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP software