Buyer

Dover Precision Components delivers performance-critical solutions for rotating and reciprocating machinery across the oil & gas, power generation, marine, industrial, chemical and general processing markets. Comprising the Waukesha Bearings, Bearings Plus, Inpro/Seal and Cook Compression brands, our portfolio includes hydrodynamic bearings, active magnetic bearings, system and bearing protection, and reciprocating compressor valves, sealing technologies, pistons, rods and more. Each solution is custom-engineered to provide optimum efficiency, reliability and productivity, and backed by comprehensive aftermarket services.

Dover Precision Components serves its global customer base through facilities in North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as technical sales representatives around the world. Dover Precision Components is part of Dover Corporation’s Fluids segment.

The Buyer places purchase orders with approved suppliers for raw materials, equipment, machinery, tools, parts, products and services necessary for the operation of the organization.  Maintain, coordinate, & communicate delivery schedules between suppliers and requesters.  Resolve quantity, quality, and invoice problems with suppliers.  Maintain accurate records to support the procurement process.

The essential duties and responsibilities of this position are:

• Places purchase orders in company procurement system module as releases against master agreements.
• In accordance with Waukesha Bearings Procurement Policies & Procedures and other company procedure, conducts competitive bidding (RFQ) actions for procurement of products and services which are not covered by an existing contract.  Awards business to the bidder presenting the lowest Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) while ensuring product and service quality meet or exceed required levels.
• Directly negotiates procurement actions when multiple suppliers do not exist for required products and services, provided that a Single/Sole Source Award Waiver has been approved. 
• Place purchase orders with approved suppliers based on approved requests, approved requisitions, buy cards, or other automatic order systems such as kanban, steel bar program, etc.  Includes data entry, printing, sending and filing of purchase orders.  Work with planner/schedulers via routings for order placement with approved subcontract suppliers. Ensures necessary drawings, specifications, and special information is part of purchase order and forwarded to suppliers. 
• Maintains accurate records, and electronic and manual filing systems for all purchase orders, attachments, quotations, requisitions, etc. in accordance with standard documentation control procedures.
• Approves and resolves invoice discrepancies as directed by the Senior Buyer.  Works with Accounting group as well for resolution of discrepancies.
• Responsible for returning non-confirming goods to suppliers via approved processes as directed by Senior Buyer. 
• Responsible for on-time delivery from suppliers.  Works with open order report to ensure schedules are maintained and communicates when changes occur with planner/schedulers and other interested parties.  As requested, expedites or adjusts scheduled deliveries of materials with suppliers.
• Confidentially handles pricing and supplier information on a routine basis.
• As assigned, does other duties associated with the Procurement Department according to standard operating procedures and policies.  These duties can include answering overhead phones, arranging for meals, and sorting mail, as well as larger projects such as soliciting EEO and Small Business supplier surveys. 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration.  The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

• Strong planning, organizational, analytical, communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to utilize Microsoft Office software (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Working knowledge and understanding of ERP/MRP systems and their use in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to demonstrate solid written and oral communication skills. 

• High school diploma required
• Associates degree or Bachelor’s degree in business administration, material management or similar a plus
• At least 3 - 5 years progressive experience in a manufacturing environment with procurement
• Syteline experience is a plus

Good oral communication and strong written communication skills.  Ability to communicate in a concise and meaningful manner with department managers and senior management.  Good ability to read and understand blueprints, technical materials, and legal documents is required.
 

Strong math abilities required in basic spreadsheet functionality and comprehension.  Ability to correctly apply percentages required in procurement transactions.

Strong reasoning ability is required to be able to pro-actively manage supplier negotiations, complex business decisions, and business matters of a sophisticated nature 
 

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.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell.  The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and sit.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

The Buyer places purchase orders with approved suppliers for raw materials, equipment, machinery, tools, parts, products and services necessary for the operation of the organization.  Maintain, coordinate, & communicate delivery schedules between suppliers and requesters.  Resolve quantity, quality, and invoice problems with suppliers.  Maintain accurate records to support the procurement process.

The essential duties and responsibilities of this position are:

• Places purchase orders in company procurement system module as releases against master agreements.
• In accordance with Waukesha Bearings Procurement Policies & Procedures and other company procedure, conducts competitive bidding (RFQ) actions for procurement of products and services which are not covered by an existing contract.  Awards business to the bidder presenting the lowest Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) while ensuring product and service quality meet or exceed required levels.
• Directly negotiates procurement actions when multiple suppliers do not exist for required products and services, provided that a Single/Sole Source Award Waiver has been approved. 
• Place purchase orders with approved suppliers based on approved requests, approved requisitions, buy cards, or other automatic order systems such as kanban, steel bar program, etc.  Includes data entry, printing, sending and filing of purchase orders.  Work with planner/schedulers via routings for order placement with approved subcontract suppliers. Ensures necessary drawings, specifications, and special information is part of purchase order and forwarded to suppliers. 
• Maintains accurate records, and electronic and manual filing systems for all purchase orders, attachments, quotations, requisitions, etc. in accordance with standard documentation control procedures.
• Approves and resolves invoice discrepancies as directed by the Senior Buyer.  Works with Accounting group as well for resolution of discrepancies.
• Responsible for returning non-confirming goods to suppliers via approved processes as directed by Senior Buyer. 
• Responsible for on-time delivery from suppliers.  Works with open order report to ensure schedules are maintained and communicates when changes occur with planner/schedulers and other interested parties.  As requested, expedites or adjusts scheduled deliveries of materials with suppliers.
• Confidentially handles pricing and supplier information on a routine basis.
• As assigned, does other duties associated with the Procurement Department according to standard operating procedures and policies.  These duties can include answering overhead phones, arranging for meals, and sorting mail, as well as larger projects such as soliciting EEO and Small Business supplier surveys. 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration.  The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

• Strong planning, organizational, analytical, communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to utilize Microsoft Office software (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Working knowledge and understanding of ERP/MRP systems and their use in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to demonstrate solid written and oral communication skills. 

• High school diploma required
• Associates degree or Bachelor’s degree in business administration, material management or similar a plus
• At least 3 - 5 years progressive experience in a manufacturing environment with procurement
• Syteline experience is a plus

Good oral communication and strong written communication skills.  Ability to communicate in a concise and meaningful manner with department managers and senior management.  Good ability to read and understand blueprints, technical materials, and legal documents is required.
 

Strong math abilities required in basic spreadsheet functionality and comprehension.  Ability to correctly apply percentages required in procurement transactions.

Strong reasoning ability is required to be able to pro-actively manage supplier negotiations, complex business decisions, and business matters of a sophisticated nature 
 

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.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell.  The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and sit.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.