Buyer II
Merco & Frymaster

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are Frymaster! We design, manufacture and supply best-in-class commercial fryer equipment for the global foodservice market. We empower you to grow with us. We recognize you and reward you. We win together as one team.

As Buyer II, you will be responsible for qualifies vendors, evaluates bids, and negotiates prices and terms for purchased goods and services. Tracks purchases, monitors vendor quality, and maintains a current database of vendor information. This intermediate-level position is gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Works independently. Problems faced are difficult but typically not complex. May influence others within the job area through explanation of facts, policies and practices.

Reporting directly to the Purchasing Manager, this position is based in Shreveport, LA.

Major Accountability:

• Obtains goods/services required by the organization including Indirect Operations (e.g., Office Supplies, Computers, Maintenance, Machine Parts, etc.) and Direct Operations (e.g., Raw Materials and Services for Manufacturing, Production or Construction; Products for Retail, etc.).
• Procurement processes include Product/Service Sourcing, Supplier Selection, Pricing/Terms Negotiation, Order Processing, Contract Administration, Supplier Performance Management. May include Strategic Sourcing.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Identifies, researches, and evaluates suppliers that meet the organization's standards of price, quality, timing, and reliability of supply.
• Recognizes and evaluates sales, promotional campaigns, and other opportunities to secure reduced prices.
• Assesses supplier's products to ensure they that they comply with specifications and meets the organization's quality standards.
• Analyzes and evaluates supplier bids, tenders, proposals, or quotations; negotiates prices and delivery conditions; and commits to purchases (within established limits of authority) with terms that are in the organization's best interest.
• Interprets inventory requests, production schedules, purchase requisitions, orders, and other documents to co-ordinate purchasing activities in view of current and anticipated demand for goods and materials.
• Monitors the quality and timeliness of materials and goods supplied; follows up the status of purchase orders with vendors to ensure timely delivery; and communicates status of orders with internal customers.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent experience
• Will consider at minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• Experience obtaining goods and/or services.

Working Conditions:

• Normal office work environment with extended periods of sitting or standing.

Our Benefits:

We believe that our people our one of our most valuable assets. That's why we provide our employees with a competitive benefits package that helps protect their health, income and lifestyle. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location, and can include the following:

• Competitive wage
• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) savings plan
• Wellness Program
• Supplemental Health Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Training and Development
• Tuition Assistance
• Holiday Pay opportunities
• Employee discounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• On-the-job training and skills development
• Basic Life Insurance
• Leave Program
• Employee Events and more...

* Frymaster, a Welbilt brand, creates award-winning, innovative, commercial fryers that are taking frying technology to a new level. We've taken the guesswork out of oil management for crews and operators. Our fryers walk crews through step-by-step processes to filter the oil simply and safely to extend oil life and increase profitability. Everybody wins with Frymaster fryers. The Frymaster facility in Shreveport, LA is a division of Ali Group.

For more information about Frymaster, visit www.frymaster.com

To explore more Career opportunities at Welbilt, visit www.welbilt.us/Careers.com

Welbilt, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity in the workplace. All applicants shall receive equal consideration and treatment in employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, marital status, familial status, medical condition, or any other status protected by law. All recruitment, hiring, placements, transfers and promotions will be on the basis of individual skills, knowledge, abilities, and business need.

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