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Technical Purchasing Spec II Location: Mason, Ohio, United States Building the people that build the world. With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, and sustainable world. Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. We're a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world. Cincinnati Fan is a leading manufacturer of industrial fans and blowers for OEMs and industrial applications With its high attention to detail for products that are durable, energy-efficient, and unparalleled in performance, companies rely on Cincinnati Fan to provide comfort and mission critical and industrial cooling solutions. How you will make an Impact (Job Summary) SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. As a Buyer, you will be critical to the company's success by effectively managing the purchase order process, maintaining optimal inventory levels, and ensuring timely delivery of products. As a key member of the purchasing team, you will follow up on outstanding receipts for purchase orders, expedite purchase order changes, and will be integral to projects related to purchasing and inventory control. The successful Buyer will have expertise in procurement processes as well as strong organizational and communication skills. What you can expect in this role (Job Responsibilities) While each day brings new opportunities at SPX, your core responsibilities will be: Purchase Orders: Place purchase orders for items needing ordered based on demand reporting Monitor and track outstanding purchase orders to ensure timely receipt of products Collaborate with vendors and internal stakeholders to resolve any issues or delays to ensure inventory availability and timely delivery Assess changes to purchase orders and promptly communicate them Update purchase order information (cost, quantity, delivery date) Coordinate with internal teams to implement necessary modifications and ensure accurate order fulfilment Communicate delivery times and updates through computerized system (Birst) Verify and update part number description and coordinate part drawings within the parts management system Maintain accurate records, including purchase orders, supplier information, and contracts Inventory Control and Reporting: Collaborate with others (manufacturing, materials, sourcing) to maintain accurate inventory levels Utilize daily purchasing requisitions to monitor stock levels, identify shortages and variances, and address through PO placement or modification Analyze purchasing data, supplier performance levels, purchase history, and cost trends Generate reports and provide insights to management to support decision making processes Customer/Supplier Relations: Foster positive relationships with suppliers, acting as a key point of contact for inquiries, negotiations, and issue resolution With assistance, conduct regular supplier performance evaluations and identify opportunities for improvement and cost savings Coordinate communication reports and calls with suppliers to ensure on time delivery of supplies Manage one to several particular commodities of raw materials based on team needswith respect to lead-time, OTD, and supplier development to maintain proper systematic reorder points, reorder quantities, and safety stocks to support production demands Continuous Improvement: Participate in projects related to purchasing and inventory control to include process improvements, cost reduction initi