Job Description

Description

We are seeking an organized, detail -oriented, results driven Buyer to join our team at SR Smith in Portland TN.

WHAT YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE

Fluidra North America is looking for results driven and oriented Buyer with following knowledge, skills and abilities needed:

• Purchasing by commodities (metals, plastics, cartons, electronics, and others)
• Inventory Management techniques (Kanban, min-max, safety stocks)
• Problem solving and decision making
• Team work and collaboration
• Effective communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Domestic and International logistics
• Knowledge of Epicor system or similar ERP system
• Demonstrate the ability to consistently deliver products and services to meet customer needs 
• Monitor and maintain the correct prices in the MRP system for the products to be ordered, as well as communicate to management and Sourcing about any variations in the price that may impact the company financials.
• Manage the purchasing cycle, including generating requisitions, PO creation, PO follow-up, goods reception and final payment.
• Maintain closer communication with our different distribution centers, making sure the materials is received on time.
• Demonstrate some understanding and practical knowledge of a company’s manufacturing process
• Understand the different classes of inventory (raw materials, WIP, finished goods, MRO, service parts, damaged and obsolete).
• Understand the importance of safety stock and the role this stocking strategy plays in the organization.
• Collaborate with Sourcing department in a supplier rating program that monitors and measures performance while providing timely feedback to the supply partners as well as Value Improvement projects.
• Understand PPV process, and collaborate with Sourcing to develop new suppliers that supports our business needs in terms of quantity, efficiency and cost.
• Capable of managing MRP process, and advice Supply planning about supplier constraints.
• Utilize MRP system to the fullest capabilities (EPICOR)
• Knowledge about JIT, Kanban, and VMI programs as a plus
• Analytical skills are required for this position, as well as ability to manage large reports.
• Accurately identify risks that affect supply, transformation, delivery and customer demand.
• Demonstrate the ability to manage conflict by identifying and handling conflicts in a sensible, fair and efficient manner.
• Demonstrate trustworthiness and professionalism with clients, peers and team members

WHAT WE SEEK

• At least 2+ years of demonstrable purchasing and/or materials management experience.
• Manufacturing environment experience
• Understanding of MRP/ERP systems. 
• Analytical and detail-oriented skill
• Epicor experience preferred, but not a must
• Organized and time management skills
• Ability to make decisions under pressure
• Excel data base skills
• Negotiation skills preferred
• APICS classes – good to have

EDUCATION 

Bachelor's Degree preferred or relevant related experience

WHAT WE OFFER

An exciting opportunity to dive in and begin your career with a company that offers a competitive total rewards package that includes:

• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• Full range of health benefits including medical, dental & vision, short & long-term disability
• 401(K) matching (100% of first 3% contributed, 50% of the next 2%)
• Health and wellness programs / gym reimbursement
• Educational assistance up to $7,000 per year
• Company sponsored FUN events!
• Generous product discounts

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this class.  Employees work under typical office conditions, and the noise level is usually quiet. 

WHO WE ARE

Fluidra is a publicly listed company focused on developing innovative products, services and IoT solutions for the residential, commercial and wellness pool markets, globally. The company operates in over 45 countries, has over 7,000 employees and owns a portfolio of some of the industry’s most recognized and trusted brands: Polaris®, Jandy®, CMP®, S.R. Smith®, and Zodiac®. We also sell products under the Cover‐Pools®, iAquaLink®, Grand Effects®, Del® and Nature2® names.With these combined resources we’re able accelerate innovation in critical areas like energy-efficiency, robotics and the Internet of Things.

Our focus is on creating the perfect pool and wellness experience responsibly. We take our mission to heart, and our employees embody these guiding principles in everything we do: passion for success, honesty & trust, customer collaboration, teamwork and inclusion, learn and adapt, excellence and innovation.

Don't meet every single requirement listed? At Fluidra, we thrive on building an inclusive workspace, so if you are excited about this role and your past experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyways! You may be just the right candidate for this role or another role in the organization. Fluidra is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Fluidra recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.

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