Purchasing Analyst

Blue Bird (NASDAQ: BLBD) is recognized as a technology leader and innovator of school buses since its founding in 1927. Our dedicated team members design, engineer and manufacture school buses with a singular focus on safety, reliability, and durability. School buses carry the most precious cargo in the world - 25 million children twice a day - making them the most trusted mode of student transportation. The company is the proven leader in low- and zero-emission school buses with more than 20,000 propane, natural gas, and electric powered buses in operation today. Blue Bird is transforming the student transportation industry through cleaner energy solutions. For more information on Blue Bird's complete product and service portfolio, visit www.blue-bird.com.

We are pleased to share that we have an exciting career opportunity for an experienced Purchasing Analyst as part a key member of the Blue Bird Purchasing Team.

JOB SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Manager, Compliance & Analytics, this role is responsible for providing department support by performing task including, but not limited to, Economic Analysis, Invoice Hold Report, PDRs, Supplier On-Boarding, general system maintenance tasks, etc. Supports improvements initiatives such as Contract Database and DocuWare. Supports Compliance Coordinator as back-up for compliance related activities, including establishing our yearly business goals. Supports Manager of Compliance and New Product Souring with department KPI tracking and general tasks. Assist Buyers with product management initiatives. Enters all purchase requisitions for Purchasing Department.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Continuous improvement projects within the Purchasing Department

• Analyzing information for Buyers related to quotes and cost savings

• KPI tracking towards department goals

• Supports efforts around compliance and risk management

• Maintain files and other documents to support business and ISO certification

• Create and maintain system data in LN

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of LN and other business systems, including Excel, Word and Power Point

• Proficient in analyzing data

• Must be organized

• Excellent written and oral communication skills with both internal and external customers

• Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment - ability to multi-task

• Maintain strong relationships with internal customers

EDUCATION AND EXPEREINCE:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or equivalent experience

• Minimum of 5 years' experience working in Purchasing support, or similar field

• Previous experience with various business systems; LN, Microsoft Office, DocuWare

WORK CONDITIONS:

• Periodically required to work for more than the standard 40-hour week, due to production deadlines and daily workload.

• Evening and weekend work may be needed to support extended production work hours.

• The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Blue Bird's winning culture is fueled by our ability to respect, encourage, celebrate and embrace the unique perspectives of all of our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer who is committed to providing all of our employees with a work environment free of discrimination or harassment. We base our employment decisions on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, national, social or ethnic origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, past or present military service, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire.