Job Description

Dometic is a global market leader in the mobile living industry. Millions of people around the world use Dometic products in outdoor, residential, and professional applications.

Our Marine organization is a trusted provider of innovative solutions for the worldwide boating and boat building industry, and we recently expanded our scope to lead the boating industry into an electrified future. Dometic has won numerous NMMA Innovation Awards over the years and we are always striving for new ways to make boating easier, safer, and more enjoyable.

We are a journey of continuous growth – now looking for our next star – a passionate Jr. Buyer This position reports to Operations Manager and will work in Stuart/Port St Lucie, Florida.

About the position

As a Jr. Buyer in the Stuart/Port St Lucie team, you will be involved in the procurement and sourcing of materials, supplies, and services at the most favorable negotiated terms for the organization. This position will assist in coordinating the release of supplier production work orders based on current needs that satisfy customer orders and planned inventory levels. The Jr. Buyer will also be responsible for data management and KPI tracking.

Your main responsibilities

• Negotiate prices and commercial issues/terms regarding cost, delivery, replenishment lead time, shipping, etc.
• Be a supporting member of the teams assigned to develop new products from project definition to first production and field support
• Ensure that the right amount of the products or services are received in a timely manner
• Monitor inventory levels of current stock, assist in managing consigned inventory at outplant locations, and stay current on any changes in either the supply of or demand for needed products and materials
• Evaluate and qualify suppliers based on price, quality, on time delivery, service support, availability, reliability, selection, etc.
• Identify appropriate suppliers by studying catalogs, industry and company publications, directories, and trade journals
• Conduct financial analyses as directed
• Maintain bills of material in the ERP system to ensure proper material drives
• Control cost of goods sold by negotiating purchase prices as well as finding alternate vendors and materials
• Identify new ways to expand use of the ERP system for greater productivity, integration, and data management
• Manage completeness and correctness of all supplier work orders
• Provide data for KPI standards (inventory, productivity, quality, cost, and pick time)
• Audit, investigate, and record material issues and inventory discrepancies
• Lead or participate in continuous improvement projects
• Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of product, process, or quality system nonconformance
• Identify and record any problems relating to the product, process, or quality system
  Ensure compliance to the Dometic Code of Conduct
• Complete other job duties and assignments as required

What do we offer?

You are offered an interesting role in a dynamic, fast paced and global environment with great opportunities to grow and take on new challenges. The growth at Dometic is continuous – which gives you great possibilities to evolve with the company.

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Disability insurance (STD/LTD)
• 401 (k) with company match
• PTO
• Company defined holidays and two floating holidays for you to use as you choose
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Tuition assistance
• Membership reimbursement (wholesale club and gym)
• Employee discounts on our incredible products
• Opportunities to make an impact

A suitable background would be a solid experience within sourcing/purchasing and manufacturing – as well as the following qualifications and experiences:

• Degree or certificate in business, supply chain management, engineering, project management, or a related discipline
• 2 to 3 years of experience in related field in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Purchasing or Strategic Sourcing in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Basic understanding of supply-chain management
• General knowledge of Intuitive ERP/MRP system or a similar system, Intuitive preferred
• Proficient in MS Office 365 Applications, Intermediate to advanced skills in MS Excel
• Reasonable math skills and able to form basic formulas
• Knowledge and experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus
• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area using the principles of 5S
• Comply with OSHA and MSDS Standards

To be successful in this role, we believe that you possess the following skills, competencies & characteristics:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to perform basic math skills and measurements
• Exemplary standards of ethics, integrity, and accountability
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Strong and effective problem solving, negotiation, and decision-making abilities
• Driven with a sense of urgency and willingness to take ownership
• Be an enthusiastic and creative self-starter with an entrepreneurial and willing to take initiative
• Professional demeanor whether in person, via email, or on the telephone
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a strong team
• Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time, lift to 20 lbs., and perform other basic physical demands of the position as needed

Dometic's Core Values

To thrive and succeed in this role, you understand the importance of our core values – Together We build our future, We play to win, We embrace change and We walk the talk; these values reflect the heart and soul of Dometic and they define what it takes to work here and how we do things.

Are you our next star? Then we would love to see your application.

Dometic is passionate about building together an inclusive and equitable working environment, that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that diversity enables us to thrive across our differences. Be yourself and join us!

Dometic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Dometic evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.