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Job Title: Buyer - Strategic Sourcing PlannerDepartment: PurchasingReports To: VP of Supply Chain Position Summary: Responsible for the procurement, cost mitigation, and safety stock levels of raw material components along with finished goods. Prior experience in sourcing, analyzing, negotiating, and purchasing, are all key components of the position. ERP experience is required; Visual is preferred but not necessary.  About Us:Lab Crafters is the premier manufacturer of laboratory furniture systems, casework, seating, fume hoods, and custom solutions for the life sciences, biotechnology, and higher education. Our mission is to create state-of-the-art laboratory environments by providing innovative products and solutions tailored to support emerging and changing scientific processes and technology.  Minimum Background, Experience, and Requirements: Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain or Business Administration, or equivalent             Prior experience purchasing flat and rolled steel and electrical components is a plus. Minimum of 5 years experience in Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Sourcing Experience working in a manufacturing environment           . Project experience, ability to work independently Strong understanding of MRP, safety stock modeling, and forecasting APICS, ISM, Lean, or Six Sigma certification a plus Tasks / Responsibilities:      Negotiates pricing and payment terms of supplier agreements. Critically viewing alternative sources and cost reductions, lead time reductions, and quality improvements      Forecasts and plans advancement blanket orders, and coordinates internally / externally.       Analyzes inventory positions and ensures adequate safety stock levels are maintained      Performs quarterly safety stock analysis and presents revised models to management      Drives cost reduction and mitigates vendor price increases.      Monitors vendor performance and ensures on-time delivery expectations are met      Proactively analyzes and identifies alternative sources for components and raw material      Evaluate and establish adequate vendor contingency programs.      Negotiates and establishes competitive freight agreements      Manages vendor relations and engagements      Sources and expedites material for high-level projects and new product development      Provides Project Management and Engineering with support as related to sourcing and component negotiations for customer bids      Effectively communicates, mitigates, and escalates any escalated material delays       Ensures vendor and item ERP system data is maintained up to date      Maintains adequate department documentation related to procedures, vendor agreements, contact information, and quotes.      Makes recommendations to drive continuous process efficiencies      Serves as a backup for othe members of the Supply Chain &n