Senior Print Buyer

U-Haul•Tempe, AZ

10d•Onsite

About The Position

U-Haul is seeking a Senior Buyer to help manage all the Print Buying in our corporate office in Tempe, AZ and to support the Advertising & Marketing (A&M) department. This person will be responsible for interviewing vendors, obtaining competitive bids for major purchases, negotiating with vendors on price, quality service, delivery and awarding contracts. The Senior Buyer will also consult with Art Directors and Account Executives on quality control and product deficiency situations, expedite critical items, and furnish lead-time advice. In addition, they will be responsible for day-to-day administrative tasks as needed by management. They will at times purchase other items as needed.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in Supply Chain Management
College degree and/or experience within the fields of Art, Advertising & Marketing
Familiar Experience with computerized purchasing systems, ERP systems, SAP experience
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Manufacturing or Production buying experience desired
Familiar with, or the ability to read blueprints/drawings
Basic knowledge of admin. duties, i.e., accounting, billing, filing, maintaining project sample(s)
Use of Microsoft Office products (excel, word, PowerPoint)
Interact with various other departments in relation to A&M projects, a Self-starter

Nice To Haves

Although this is primarily an office position, this can be a physically demanding job requiring a variety of physical movements such as working on Photo Shoots, moving/cleaning storage areas, equipment, hooking up trailers, driving large U-Haul trucks, lifting, carrying, etc.
A good driving record.
A be a team player who can take direction and work within tight deadlines.
Resourceful and able to address needs quickly
Excellent organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Prior experience working with art, advertising or marketing a PLUS

Responsibilities

Execute purchase orders 30%
Distribute RFQ's/RFP's 25%
Expedite material/update/communicate procurement status 25%
Participate in supplier development and cost reduction activities 10%
Reconcile payment errors 5%
Travel required: less than 5%
Other duties as needed

Benefits

Full Medical coverage
Prescription plans
Dental & Vision Plans
New indoor fitness gym
Gym Reimbursement Program
Registered Dietitian Program
Weight Watchers
Onsite medical clinic for you and your family
Career stability
Opportunities for advancement
Valuable on-the-job training
Tuition reimbursement program
Free online courses for personal and professional development at U-Haul University®
Business and travel insurance
You Matter Employee Assistance Program
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
401(k) Savings Plan
Life insurance
Critical Illness/Group Accident
24-hour physician available for kids
MetLaw Legal program
MetLife auto and home insurance
Mindset App Program
Discounts on cell phone plans, hotels, and more
LifeLock Identity Theft
Savvy consumer wellness programs - from health care tips to financial wellness
Dave Ramsey’s SmartDollar Program
U-Haul Federal Credit Union
Wellness Program