We’re handling our hiring directly for this position, so we’re not accepting outreach from recruiters or agencies at this time.
Job purpose
Under the direction of the Procurement Team Leader perform wide variety of duties to purchase materials from vendors/suppliers.
Duties and responsibilities
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Perform somewhat diversified duties to prepare and place purchase orders for more complex commodities, supplies and materials, where standard prices are usually quoted. Quoting out new parts and sourcing new vendors for price reduction.
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Work from requisitions with established quality and quantity requirements and apply knowledge of vendor sources, considering suitability of materials is offered and delivery possibilities. Follow up on orders.
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Perform the day-to-day purchasing tasks. Responsible for identifying and developing prospective vendors as primary and secondary sources for Production parts.
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Assist QA to resolve supplier quality issues to minimize the impact on manufacturing operations; issue and resolve supplier corrective actions in accordance with policy.
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Thoroughly understands concepts of manufacturing procedures, MRP and legal aspects of purchasing. Working knowledge of MRO material procurement. Update ECN changes with vendors.
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Follow up on expected delivery dates. Assist with expediting delivery of critical parts for Production as required. Resolve invoice discrepancies and other paperwork problems. Provide input and direction toward direct cost reduction.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s Degree Preferred or three (3) years of relevant experience in purchasing or a related field
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Three 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
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Proficient in Microsoft Office
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Ability to communicate with all internal/external customers to ensure goal attainment.
Working conditions
Office environment within a manufacturing facility.
Physical requirements
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Must be able to move, lift, transport items at minimum of 20 lbs.
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Must be able to consistently operate a computer/office productivity machinery i.e., calculator, copy machine, printer for a minimum of 6 hours per day.
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Must be able to remain stationary for a minimum of 2 hours per day.
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Must be able to detect and correct errors on paper/screens.
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Must be able to communicate and exchange information with other members of the organization verbally, nonverbally, and in writing.
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Must be able to move throughout the facility and office area to access file cabinets, office equipment, plant machinery, and other office areas as needed.
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Required to be physically in the office full time.
Other
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Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
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This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, if does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
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This job description is subject to change at any time.
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Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
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Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
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Experience with Lean Manufacturing or willingness to learn and participate in Lean Manufacturing processes or activities
Direct reports
None
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.