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AMP · 22 hours ago

Senior Buyer

Louisville, Colorado

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$95K/yr - $115K/yr

5+ years exp

AMP is applying AI-powered sortation at scale to modernize the world's recycling infrastructure and maximize the value in waste. As a Senior Buyer, you will focus on planning, sourcing, and purchasing materials, equipment, and services for production and engineering, while managing supplier relationships and optimizing procurement processes.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Machine LearningRecyclingRoboticsWaste Management

Responsibilities

Own supplier relationships, resolve tactical supply chain issues such as backorder resolution, open order expediting, lead time management, and supplier production issues

Establish relationships with and on-board new suppliers at the direction of Category Managers

Plan and order required materials, equipment and services using necessary MRP transactions and purchase requisitions in support of projects and business operations

Monitor materials pipeline for any potential issues or disruptions and recommend corrective actions

Proactively analyze and suggest new strategies to optimize inventory management, procurement and shipping/receiving processes

Identify and correct supply chain constraints by acting as liaison between engineering, operations, other AMP functions and suppliers

Evaluate and work with suppliers to improve quality, cost, delivery, and responsiveness

Interface with other departments to resolve materials and service issues affecting production

Collaborate with Engineering on the release and procurement of new parts

Drive outsourcing of key sub-assemblies to third party manufacturers as required

Manage and report on status of purchase orders and escalate shortages with suppliers to resolve gaps in meeting required delivery dates

Qualification

Procurement experienceSupplier relationship managementMRP/ERP systemsAPICS certificationNetSuite ERPAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsAttention to detailTeam collaboration

Required

5-8+ years working in a procurement capacity in a systems manufacturing, installation, operating and maintenance environment managing suppliers to reduce lead time, ensure timely delivery and reduce cost

Strong computer skills including knowledge of Excel, Word, and ERP/MRP systems

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work and interact with multiple departments and functions throughout the organization

Strong analytical skills and use of data to resolve issues

Capable of working independently without direct oversight with high attention to detail