Position Title: Senior Buyer
Classification: Exempt
Status: Regular Full-time
Location: Spring, Texas On-Site
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Hultec is a global organization with products sold in over 100 countries, a leading designer, manufacturer and distributor of gaskets, pipe sealing solutions and other rubber products primarily for water, wastewater, stormwater and other industrial markets.
We are building great innovative solutions to global water infrastructures; we participate in the wellness of people by providing a solution to how water is distributed through pipe systems that transport treated water from treatment plants to homes, businesses, and individual facilities.
We encourage our employees to collaborate and find solutions and work towards reaching common goals. We value hard work and dedication and want to cultivate a culture of accomplishment and well-thought-out execution. We believe in 'Team' because we know that we do not win alone but together. If you are ready for an opportunity where you can shine, this is it.
JOB SUMMARY
We are looking for an engaging, driven and detail-oriented Senior Buyer who will be responsible for sourcing and purchasing all raw materials, goods, and services on behalf of the organization. In this position, you will be expected to ensure timely delivery of goods, research potential vendors, and meet prescribed goals and metrics. Your role will be critical in maintaining our inventory levels and ensuring that we are getting the best possible prices for the products, without sacrificing quality. Some travel to Fort Worth for knowledge transfer as we relocate our headquarters from Fort Worth to Spring, Texas.
Duties and responsibilities:
- Manage the procurement process from requisition to delivery, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Monitor and manage inventory levels to ensure adequate stock and minimize waste.
- Ensure continuous supply of required goods and materials and communicate any supply problems to internal stakeholders.
- Contact suppliers to resolve price, quality, delivery or invoice issues.
- Own and deliver on KPI’s relating to inventory levels, payment terms, savings, cash, & quality.
- Research and evaluate suppliers, negotiate contracts, and manage relationships with vendors.
- Analyze market trends, pricing, and quality of products to ensure the best value for the organization.
- Collaborate with other departments to forecast demand, plan inventory levels, and launch new product lines.
- Ensure that a professional, ethical, and consistent approach is taken in relation to all supplier relationships.
- Monitor supplier performance and compliance with contractual obligations
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
Skills and qualifications:
- Minimum 10 years of professional purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment
- Experience in rubber molding is preferred
- Strong negotiation, analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and procurement software
- Evidence of strong Excel skills for data management and reporting purposes
Experience Required
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, or Procurement
- Proven track record of cost savings and process improvement initiatives
- Experience in vendor management and supplier relationship management
- Some (<10%) overnight travel required to visit suppliers or attend industry conferences
- Experience managing responsibilities in accordance with an ISO9001 quality management system
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Vision and Dental Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) Matching
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.