Aftermarket Buyer
Loveland, CO
Full Time
Mid Level
Pay Range: $70k - $85k Annually
Terms: Permanent Full Time (On-Site)
While the pay range has been clearly specified, it is standard business practice at Muller Technology to start new hires at the mid-range of the salary posted in the job description. This approach not only ensures competitiveness in attracting qualified candidates but also aligns with our commitment to fair compensation practices.
About us:
Swiss-based Muller Technology is a dynamic and innovative company, specializing in the design and manufacture of automation systems for the food, pharma, and personal care industry, as well as related molds for plastic injection. Muller currently has two production sites in Colorado and in Switzerland, close to its international markets. With over 2,500 systems installed worldwide and operating for 20 years or more, Muller supports its customers over the entire lifetime of its premium systems.
About the Role:
Based on technical drawings from the Aftermarket Team in Colorado, the buyer identifies required parts for commercially operating systems, finds and/or selects suppliers and services at the most favorable terms. Qualifies vendors, evaluates bids, and negotiates prices and terms for goods and services. Tracks purchases, monitors inventory levels, oversees vendor quality, and maintains supplier information. Contributes directly to team goals and business objectives.
Responsibilities:
Terms: Permanent Full Time (On-Site)
While the pay range has been clearly specified, it is standard business practice at Muller Technology to start new hires at the mid-range of the salary posted in the job description. This approach not only ensures competitiveness in attracting qualified candidates but also aligns with our commitment to fair compensation practices.
About us:
Swiss-based Muller Technology is a dynamic and innovative company, specializing in the design and manufacture of automation systems for the food, pharma, and personal care industry, as well as related molds for plastic injection. Muller currently has two production sites in Colorado and in Switzerland, close to its international markets. With over 2,500 systems installed worldwide and operating for 20 years or more, Muller supports its customers over the entire lifetime of its premium systems.
About the Role:
Based on technical drawings from the Aftermarket Team in Colorado, the buyer identifies required parts for commercially operating systems, finds and/or selects suppliers and services at the most favorable terms. Qualifies vendors, evaluates bids, and negotiates prices and terms for goods and services. Tracks purchases, monitors inventory levels, oversees vendor quality, and maintains supplier information. Contributes directly to team goals and business objectives.
Responsibilities:
- Manage purchase orders, oversee shipping schedules, and maintain purchase records.
- Perform vendor research and selection to enhance profitability, reduce operating costs, and boost efficiency.
- Conduct ongoing market research to identify beneficial purchase agreements and potential vendors.
- Align with the Aftermarket team to execute the open spare parts List and keep the backlog low.
- Maintain working relationships with vendors and supervise vendor activities.
- Enter purchase orders and receipts into the ERP System (SAP Business One).
- Communicate and negotiate with vendors and sales personnel.
- Meet with the manager at regular intervals to discuss order details and priorities.
- Attend meetings and communicate issues and recovery plans.
- Ensure vendors are meeting technical specifications and quality.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Associate degree or B.S. in Logistics, Purchase and Supply, Business Administration, or related fields preferred; (high school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of relevant experience).
- 2 + years' experience with processes and systems for purchasing materials, inventory, stockroom, and warehouse.
- Strong organizational skills, a good understanding of sourcing, and the ability to maintain vendor relationships.
- Ability to travel internationally and domestically up to 20% of the time.
- Use and interpret data and technical drawings to determine purchasing needs.
- Ability to work in imperial and metric measurements.
- Bilingual in Spanish and English (preferred).
- Experience with Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Plex, and other business software.
- Excellent interpersonal skills in dealing with team members, leadership, and vendors.
- Strict attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to work under minimal supervision.
- Working daily onsite at Muller Technology CO, Inc., with the expectation of no less than 40 hours worked weekly.
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