Buyer

Cemen Tech • Full-time • Indianola, IA • 2w ago

PURPOSE OF POSITION

The Buyer is responsible for executing highly organized and detail-driven procurement activities that support business operations. This role requires strong problem-solving skills to proactively manage supply issues, ensure alignment with production demand, and maintain accurate purchasing documentation. The Buyer will manage both direct and indirect purchasing, monitor supplier performance, and ensure purchase orders are released and maintained with a high level of accuracy and follow-through.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

More specifically, the person will:

Prepare, review, and release purchase orders for direct and indirect materials with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
Maintain well-organized purchasing records and documentation to ensure traceability and audit readiness.
Actively manage purchase orders to align material deliveries with production schedules and changing demand.
Monitor supplier performance related to on-time delivery, cost, and quality; identify issues and drive resolution.
Proactively expedite and problem-solve delayed or at-risk purchase orders to minimize operational impact.
Communicate order status, changes, and delays clearly and promptly to internal stakeholders.
Collaborate with Receiving and Accounting to reconcile purchase order receipts and invoices.
Support Engineering, Service, and other internal customers by sourcing and quoting parts efficiently.
Prepare, analyze, and compare proposals, quotations, and bids to support data-driven vendor award decisions.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION – EXPERIENCE – COMPUTER SKILLS

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field (Preferred).
3+ years related experience in Purchasing or Manufacturing / Materials Planner role (Preferred).
Knowledge of ERP systems (Preferred).
Proficient in Microsoft Office Excel & Outlook (Required).
Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail and consistent follow-through (Required).
Ability to analyze information, identify problems, and develop practical solutions in a fast-paced environment (Required).
Strong verbal and written communication skills (Required).

CORE VALUES – Listed in bold below are Cemen Tech’s six Core Values including an example of each Core Value.

Positive Mindset - We know our attitude affects our performance.
Ingenuity – Better, Faster, Easier
Accountable - We accept responsibility for our actions.
Do the Right Thing - We will stay productive and be contributors.
Engaged - Listening to understand...acting to accomplish.
Safety - We will reinforce safe habits by our own actions.

COMPETENCIES

To perform this position successfully, individuals should demonstrate the following work competencies:

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves issues in a timely manner.
Communication Skills – Speaks clearly, listens, and receives clarification, respond to questions.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction, and takes responsibility.
Quality Assurance - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
Ethics/Professionalism - Treats people with respect; Works ethically and with integrity.
Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures.
Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Uses equipment properly.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee:

Must be able to frequently stoop/bend.
Must be able to regularly use hands and arms.
Must be able to regularly stand and walk.
Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision.

ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Cemen Tech, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, The Employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with Cemen Tech, Inc.

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