Buyer II

TAIT Towers is the Market Leader in designing, constructing, and delivering world-class solutions for live experiences.

Whether it’s creating awe-inspiring spectaculars, complex touring stages, theatre engineering solutions, brand activations or cruise ship installations, TAIT delivers world-class solutions for live experiences. With its proprietary entertainment automation platform, custom-made products, and creative engineering, TAIT’s cutting-edge offerings continue to advance industry standards and exceed client expectations. As a global network of over 900 employees in 14 office locations, TAIT has worked on projects in over 30 countries, all 7 continents and even outer space.  TAIT’s diverse group of clients include Taylor Swift, Cirque Du Soleil, The Metropolitan Opera House, NASA, National Geographic, Beyoncé and The Olympics.

Location: This position can be based out of Lititz, PA or Orlando, FL. 

Position Purpose

The Buyer II writes (raises) the Purchase Order (PO) and monitors pricing and delivery to support project budget and timeline in a fast-paced environment. The Buyer II will maintain proper inventory levels based on system demands and input from Inventory Analysts and the solicitation of competitive bids and cost comparison/analysis. The Buyer II will have strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain supplier relationships and communication. The Buyer II will negotiate pricing and control inflation of costs using leverage such as purchasing power and global consolidation of supply chain.  The Buyer II will be assigned a commodity or commodities to manage and must understand the components in their commodity base to control quality levels and costs.

To perform this position successfully, each essential responsibility/accountability must be fulfilled satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the responsibilities and accountabilities outlined above.

Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.

Management Responsibility

This role may have management responsibilities for a Buyer or Junior Buyer.

Behavioral Competencies Cap at 10

• Attention to Detail: Meticulously write/raise PO’s and track and manage all aspects of the PO until delivered and invoiced complete (cradle to grave).
• Organizational Skills: Manage PO’s. Manage inventory levels.  Track commodities. 
• Analytical Skills: Analyze inventory data and trends to make informed decisions about suppliers and products.
• Problem-Solving: Quickly address PO and inventory discrepancies. Develop new suppliers quickly.
• Communication: Effectively communicate with suppliers, team members, and other departments.
• Time Management: Efficiently prioritize tasks and manage workloads to ensure that products are delivered to meet deadlines.
• Work Ethic: Must be enthusiastic, persistent, and reliable.

Minimum Qualifications

To perform the essential responsibilities, individuals must have the following level of education and experience, or equivalent combination. Additionally, the following certifications, knowledge, skills, or physical requirements are necessary for the position.

• 2-5 years of experience as a Buyer
• 3+ years of manufacturing experience preferred
• Experience working with an ERP or MRP system. TAIT currently uses Epicor.
• Strong knowledge of purchasing practices, competitive bidding, negotiation, and commercial understanding
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or business is preferred.
• CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) or other industry certification is a plus.
• Knowledge of Epicor, Slack, and/or Box a plus
• Communication skills which include, but are not limited to, written and oral communication, active listening, nonverbal communication
• Dependability, responsibility, and consistency in job performance
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and handle changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to travel, if required.

• Flexibility with work schedule. Normal work schedule is forty hours per week; however operational demands may necessitate other schedules to meet business needs

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

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. The employee is required to frequently walk, bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat, stoop, and kneel each day. Specific requirements are:

• Must be able to look at a computer screen for extended periods of time
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift or move 50 lbs.
• Must be able to carry 50 lbs.
• Must be able to pull or push 50 lbs.

Work conditions of the role are:

• Work conditions may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements such as dirt, dust, fumes, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks which require following basic safety precautions.
• Must be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work within or visit areas where required. This includes, safety glasses, reflective vest, ear plugs, safety toed shoes, and other PPE as required by the location.

The company is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with physical limitations or disabilities. If there are specific physical needs related to lifting, walking, or any other task, candidates are encouraged to discuss their requirements during the hiring process. The organization will make every effort to accommodate these needs to ensure equal opportunities for all employees. 

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