Production Buyer

Job Title: Production Buyer

Location: Fort Mill, SC (Charlotte, NC suburbs)

FNA America is the US subsidiary of FNA S.p.A. FNA is a world leader in air compressors. Family owned FNA has manufactured over 40 million compressors in its 75-year history. The company employs over 1300 people on three continents and sells compressors in 120 countries. We are excited to be setting up a new manufacturing and distribution center in Fort Mill!

Job Summary:

We are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Production Buyer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the procurement of materials and components necessary for production. This role will involve working closely with our central purchasing team in Italy, as well as, production planning at FNA AMERICA to ensure seamless operations and cost-effective purchasing strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Procurement Management: Source and purchase materials and components required for production and service parts, ensuring timely delivery and cost-efficiency. Place intercompany orders for finished goods based on demand forecast.
• Supplier Relations: Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating terms and conditions to secure the best prices and quality.
• Coordination with Central Purchasing Team: Collaborate closely with the central purchasing team in Italy to align on procurement strategies, share insights, and implement best practices.
• Inventory Control: Monitor inventory levels together with production planning to avoid shortages and excesses, ensuring optimal stock levels for production needs.
• Quality Assurance: Work with Quality and Engineering teams to ensure that all purchased materials meet the required quality standards and specifications.
• Cost Analysis: Conduct cost analysis and market research to identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
• Order Management: Prepare and process purchase orders, track deliveries, and handle any issues related to orders.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of purchases, suppliers, pricing, and other relevant data.
• Compliance: Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company policies and industry regulations.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field. Candidates with equivalent work experience will be considered.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in a purchasing or procurement role, preferably within a production environment.
• Skills:
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with an ERP system.
• Ability to work collaboratively with international teams.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
• Can Do Attitude: Willingness to help out with other tasks.  This is a necessity at our fast growing company.

What you can expect

·      Competitive Pay

·      Insurance (Medical, Vision, Dental)

·      Short & Long-Term Disability

·      401K Plan

·      Career development plans

·      On the job training

·      Paid Holidays

·      Paid Time Off

·      Sick Days