Buyer II

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It is the mission of the Purchasing organization to aid in the creation, maintenance and utilization of the supply chain that will support the Kimball Electronics Group’s vision.

High Level Mission Statement

It is the mission of the Purchasing organization to aid in the creation, maintenance and utilization of the supply chain that will support the Kimball Electronics Group’s vision.

High Level Statement of the Role

The Buyer II is responsible for working the MRP reports. They work in conjunction with Strategic Sourcing to negotiate terms, prices, and conditions for the purchase of product as needed. They also work in conjunction with Suppliers, Production Planning, Program Management and other functions as necessary.

High Level Roles & Responsibilities

• Work MRP reports
• Identify potential shortages and expedite
• Communicate supply information throughout the business
• Manage inventory to designated PDSOH goals
• Disposition non-conforming material
• Maintain system planning parameters
• Track PPV impact generated at purchase
• Support manufacturing as required to ensure build plans are completed as scheduled
• Ability to read/interpret visual aids and process documentation (ex. Prep Codes)
• Suggest improvements to procedures and work instructions
• Support and assist Supplier Quality efforts
• Support and assist Strategic Sourcing efforts
• Support KEI’s business needs
• Assist in department Continuous Improvement initiatives
• Ensure 5S initiatives are being followed
• Adheres to all quality and safety guidelines
• Support departmental, company and corporate policies and goals
• Check foot straps for ESD compliance as needed
• Complete work within assigned time limits
• Additional duties as assigned

Essential Job Functions

The specific responsibilities listed above are essential to the role. In addition, there are the following physical, mental, equipment uses and working condition requirements for the job:

• Standing occasionally

• Walking occasionally

• Lifting 1-10Ibs laptop from office to meetings continuously 
• Carrying 1-10Ibs laptop from office to meetings continuously 
• Accommodation (focal length change) – computer related continuously 
• Field of vision (peripheral vision) – computer related continuously 
• Far vision (corrected to 20/40) – computer related continuously 
• Near vision (corrected to 20/20) computer related continuously 
• Accurate depth perception continuously
• Ability to differentiate colors – computer related continuously 
• Ability to perceive spoken voice – meetings, conference calls continuously
• Ability to hear warning signals over 70dB continuously
• Comprehensible speech continuously
• Balance continuously
• Outdoor exposure occasionally
• Wear PPE –Safety Glasses/Goggles & ESD Smock/grounding straps
• Analyzing information or data continuously
• Planning sequences of operation or actions continuously
• Simple decision-making skills continuously
• Define problems, collect information, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, interpret information, and/or deal with abstract variables continuously
• Simple counting, cassation and/or subtraction of numbers continuously
• Ability to comprehend written language continuously
• Basic instructions, safety rules, office memoranda continuously
• Technical or professional materials, financial or legal reports continuously
• Ability to write necessary continuously
• Verbal Communication continuously
• Conversing in standard English continuously

Skills to Perform This RoleInterpersonal Skills

• Ability to remain open minded
• Always determined to succeed
• Always willing to assist
• Able to give balanced feedback
• Ability to make decisions
• Maintain the highest degree of professionalism
• Maintain confidentiality when appropriate

Technical Skills

• Previous purchasing experience in an EMS environment
• Ability to use Laptop or desktop computer, Project, SAP, MRP System, PowerPoint, Excel, Email, Word, Internet, Access, Fusion Ops
• Knowledge of purchasing
• Investigative and problem-solving skills
• Supply Chain Management knowledge
• Negotiation skills

Communication Skills

• Ability to communicate supply status at all levels
• Ability to communicate root cause issues and actions required to resolve them
• Good business communication skills

Leadership Skills

• Assertive
• Able to facilitate business processes
• Ability to organize and prioritize
• Able to adapt to change
• Be a team player
• Capable of making sound decisions
• Must take initiative and ownership

Business Skills

• Have sound knowledge of Supply Chain Management principle
• Able to manage multiple tasks
• Good overall business process knowledge
• Results oriented

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Kimball Electronics we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!

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