Sr Buyer  
Weir Minerals
Salt Lake City, UT

Purpose of Role: The site Sr Buyer is accountable for multiple responsibilities including the ability to plan and forecast raw materials and finished goods, monitor inventory, data analytics, outsourcing and maintain a strong supply base.

Why choose Weir:
Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It’s a big challenge – but it is exciting.

An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of their lives.

Feel empowered to be yourself and belong: Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual’s contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.
 

Key Responsibilities:

Provide comprehensive purchasing support, including coordinating and sending outsource purchase orders, placing BOM item orders as per MRP, and communicating material shortages to production planners and customer service. 

Manage the supply base by cultivating strong relationships, monitoring supplier performance, recommending improvements, and managing scorecards; support sales, manufacturing, and engineering by sourcing and quoting products. 

Actively seek and document cost reduction opportunities, assist with special projects, and run monthly on-time delivery reports. 

Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture.

Job Knowledge/Education and Qualifications:

Bachelors degree and in-depth knowledge and experience gained through a minimum of 5 years  related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experienced user of SAP ERP preferred, Microsoft Office required.

Experience in the areas of purchasing / sourcing / supplier management, data & analytics, reporting / KPIs, and/or project management are highly preferred.

Demonstrates expertise in solving complex problems with sound judgment, selecting appropriate methods and approaches. Brings a fresh perspective within existing policies and practices, particularly in outsourcing and vendor management. Fabrication or industrial background preferred.

The ideal candidate should possess the capability to independently achieve objectives and meet targets with minimal oversight, while adeptly handling multiple tasks and showcasing exceptional organizational abilities.

Ability to travel within North America as required.

CPIM or CSCP certification preferred.

Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Thanks to Weir’s technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future. We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 counties, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives.

For additional information about what it is like to work at Weir, please visit our Career Page and LinkedIn Life Page.

Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.

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