Job description

Buyer – Recreational Boat Manufacturer – Knoxville, TN Area

Location - Knoxville, TN Area (relocation is available, not a remote opportunity)

Summary for the Buyer – Recreational Boat Manufacturer – Knoxville, TN Area

The Buyer works to ensure all the products, materials, and supplies needed to operate effectively and efficiently in a manner that is aligned with established policies and procedures. This is accomplished by analyzing demand requirements and placing purchase orders, maintaining/monitoring past due reports, following up on orders to ensure materials are delivered on time, etc. The Buyer may work directly in support of the production line operations and/or in collaboration with department managers, engineers, or operations staff to procure product, helping to ensure that sales and delivery requirements are achieved.

Do you have the following?

• BS degree
• Previous experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Passion for boating, fishing, recreational activities?
• Desire to live, boat, and play in TENNESSEE (NO STATE INCOME TAX)

Duties for the Buyer – Recreational Boat Manufacturer – Knoxville, TN Area

• Manage the raw materials, components, and supplies procurement activities, which includes MRP analysis, requisition processing/PO generation, and supplier follow-up to effectively support production requirements.
• Monitor open PO status reports to ensure that products are delivered on time and in acceptable condition. As needed, will track shipments and follow up with suppliers regarding undelivered goods.
• Discuss non-conforming goods or services with production inspection or quality control personnel, suppliers, and others to determine root cause and take corrective action.
• Coordinate the timely resolution of rejected material, returns, and recovery charges with suppliers.
• Work closely with supplier quality assurance personnel as needed to improve the quality and performance of suppliers.
• Negotiate with suppliers to optimize price, quality, delivery, etc.
• Continually monitor department metrics and take action as needed to drive continual improvement in supplier pricing, quality, delivery performance, etc.
• Support accounts payable process and resolution of invoice issues.
• Support the process of selecting and qualifying of suppliers and the execution of engineering changes through effective collaboration with Engineering, R&D and Quality associates.
• Conduct professional and ethical dealings with external suppliers.
• Project a positive company image by interacting with fellow employees, suppliers, and customers, in a cooperative, supportive, and courteous manner, while continually displaying a professional demeanor.
• Familiar with boat OR powersport brands such as Polaris, Can-Am, BRP, Textron, Arctic Cat, Kawasaki, Kymco, Suzuki, Yamaha, Honda, Sea Ray, HCB, Hydrasports, Bryant, Skiers Choice, Supra, Caymas, Triton, Stratos, Bayliner, Heyday, Mastercraft, Aviara, Malibu, Moomba, Axis, Chaparral, Robalo, Invincible, Intrepid, SeaVee, Everglades, Boston Whaler, Lund, Lowe, Crestliner, Alumacraft, Alumaweld, SeaArk, Alweld, War Eagle, Tracker, SunTracker, Crest, Avalon, Manitou, Bennington, SmokerCraft, Sylvan, Sun Chaser, G3, Premier, Harris, Barletta, MirroCraft, Misty Harbor, Silver Wave, Boston Whaler, Scout, Sportsman, Key West, Freeman, Pioneer, Sea Pro, Hinckley, Edgewater, Front Runner, Yellow Fin, Pursuit, Maverick, Cobia, Sailfish, Nautique, Correct Craft, Bertram, Tracker, Mako, Trophy, Regal, Chris-Craft, Four Winns, Beneteau, Tiara, Hatteras, Regulator, Grady White, etc.
• Familiar with engine brands such as Cummins, John Deere, CAT, Mercury Marine, Yamaha, Honda, Suzuki, Tohatsu, Evinrude, ZF Transmission, Twin Disk, Indmar, Ilmor, PCM - Pleasurecraft Marine Engines, Volvo, VolvoPenta, Ox, Torqeedo, Pure Marine, Flux Marine, etc.

Requirements for the Buyer – Recreational Boat Manufacturer – Knoxville, TN Area

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Materials Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field.
• 2+ years of progressive procurement experience in a manufacturing environment
• Thorough knowledge of procurement processes/best practices.
• Strong negotiation skills are essential.
• Basic understanding of production processes.
• Strong practical knowledge of MRP and ERP systems (QAD or SAP preferred).
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) with ability to analyze and present metrics/KPI data.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to effectively communicate across all organizational levels as well as with customers and supplier representatives.
• Must be self-motivated and possess excellent organizational and time-management skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Knoxville, TN: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Procurement: 1 year (Required)
• Manufacturing: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

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