Position Summary: The Purchasing Buyer will be responsible for commodity strategy, quotation activities, selecting qualified suppliers, seeking alternate suppliers, supplier negotiations (price, schedules, and terms & conditions), documentation, write-up, and post-award management regarding Long Term Agreements, warranty, etc. The Purchasing Buyer will work with Engineering to identify and qualify new suppliers to meet customer requirements on new and existing programs. Essential Functions of the Job: 1. Release PO’s/Blankets. 2. Manage LTA agreements 3. Negotiate items and receive discounts based on MOQ’s or yearly commitments. 4. Setup standard shipment method. 5. Ensure proper system setup for purchased items. 6. Run make/buy opportunities. 7. Construct and manage RFQ’s for quoting. 8. Review performance on suppliers and work to bring in new alternate suppliers. 9. Work with engineering, as needed, for new or alternate parts. 10. Set first article and QA requirements when applicable. 11. Work with Supplier Quality as needed to improve items or remedy quality issues. 12. Remedy TCC’s as needed. 13. First line of escalation from material planners, second line is Purchasing Manager. 14. Strategic relationship with the supplier 15. Manage overall OTD and QA metrics Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA’s): + Technology – advanced skill level in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications a plus, advanced knowledge of accounting and reporting software – JD Edwards One World a plus + Ability to multi-task and have the foresight to plan and delegate accordingly + Strong communication, leadership and interpersonal skills + Strong organizational and time management skills + Must be open to change + Requires complex problem-solving skills + Demonstrated ability to exhibit and model Alamo Group's Leadership Core Competencies: + Leading Change / Change Management: _Ability to drive improvement of team, division, and corporate goals and objectives through people. Ability to balance change and continually strive to improve business performance._ + Leading People / Teamwork: _Ability to design and implement strategies which maximize employees' potential and foster high ethical standards in meeting the team, division, and corporate objectives._ + Communication: _Ability to explain, advocate, and express facts and ideas in a convincing manner, and negotiate with individuals and groups internally and externally. The ability to develop internal and external networks and identify the issues that impact the work of the organization._ + Business Acumen: _Understands and interprets business financials and metrics and utilizes latest business strategies. Focuses on outcomes and creates opportunities for success. Acquires and utilizes human, financial, material and information resources effectively._ + Results Driven _:_ _Ability to make timely and effective decisions and produce results through planning and the implementation and evaluation of business metrics, systems, policies, and program; stressing accountability and continuous improvement_ Education and Experience: + High School Diploma required + _Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or Business Management preferred. Associates degree and/or relevant work experience will be considered in lieu of formal education_ + _3+ years of experience in procurement in a manufacturing company_ + _Experience in the procurement of Steel, Engines, Hydraulics, and Electronic Components preferred_ + APICS certification preferred Alamo Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability or veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing (where permitted by law).