Job Description:

Overview:
We are looking for an experienced Buyer for Manufacturing in our Columbus, OH headquarters. The Buyer - Manufacturing is directly responsible for the supplier relationship management process related to Rogue Fitness’s manufacturing operations. Procurement of raw materials, components, subassemblies and services are the core responsibilities.

The Buyer - Manufacturing is a fully onsite role in Columbus, Ohio. Remote work is not available.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

Responsibilities:

Analyze Rogue inventory and demand for manufacturing components to drive and execute purchasing decisions

Identify and evaluate potential suppliers

Sourcing for multiple commodities (i.e. Plastics, Steel, Aluminum, Services, Etc)

Ensures products and services are secured at cost, quality, and competitive delivery levels consistent with performance expectations.

Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships.

Resolve quality, delivery, and financial issues with suppliers

Evaluates forecast and inventory levels

Design and implement methods to gather and manage manufacturing supply chain data

Ability to expedite and adapt to a changing schedule

Contribute to and implement procurement strategies to optimize cost, quality and efficiency

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in a business or engineering related field, or comparable experience

Experience analyzing and improving supply chain data, information and processes

Supply Chain Management (APICS, CSCP, CPIM etc) certification is not necessary though strongly preferred

Purchasing in a manufacturing environment

Strong Excel / Google Doc skills, MRP experience and ERP (preferably Microsoft Dynamics) system knowledge

Strong documentation, reporting, and organizational skills.

Proven ability to multitask

Good communication skills

Ability to solve problems and resolve issues quickly

Strong comprehension skills

Minimum 2 years experience in Purchasing, MRP, Procurement, Planning or similar function

By applying to Rogue, regardless of the platform you choose to use, you are agreeing to Rogue's preferred methods of communication (i.e. text message). Submitting an application, through whatever online forum is ultimately used, constitutes a knowing and voluntary agreement to send and receive text messages during the recruitment process.