What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer/Planner (209569) position at GDKN Corp.?
Company Description
The staffing solutions division of GDKN is a leading provider of end-to-end solutions in the temporary staffing space. With companies across the globe laying critical emphasis on their human resources management, demand for temporary staffing is rapidly growing because it improves focus on core/critical activities and can be adapted to the seasonal nature of business, addresses business uncertainties and the demand for rapid growth. In short, temporary staffing creates a very nimble human capital platform which allows organizations to maximize their productivity and flexibility at all times.
GDKN is one of the very few minority business enterprises in North America that has the status of Preferred vendor with world’s largest corporations in various industries including:
- Electric
- Gas
- Telephone Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Defense
- Banking/Financial,
- Information Technology
- Healthcare/Pharmaceutical
Job Description
1) What experience do you have with SAP?
2) What experience do you have working with aerospace suppliers?
3) What experience do you have resolving supplier past-due recovery?
4) What experience do you have recognizing supplier-related issues before they’re realized?
• In this role, you will impact the successful execution of procurement fulfillment by leveraging your expertise in procurement strategies and supplier management, ensuring that our supply chain remains agile and responsive to business needs.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Execute procurement actions that align with organizational goals, ensuring cost-effectiveness and quality.
• Managing purchase order contracts to ensure materials & parts are delivered on time at the right cost
• Working with suppliers on their commitments to forecasted demands while, when necessary, driving recovery & maintaining lines of balance to track progress
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize procurement practices and enhance supplier relationships; ensure communications and statuses are clearly articulated and available in a timely manner that satisfies their need
• Support procurement projects from initiation to completion, including supplier selection, negotiations, and contract management
• And other related activities & tasks as assigned by management
YOU MUST HAVE:
• Experience in procurement or supply chain management.
• In-depth knowledge of procurement strategies and supplier relationship management.
• Proficiency in procurement software and tools
• Proficiency in MS Office
WE VALUE
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Proven track record of managing procurement projects effectively.
• Ability to drive change and lead cross-functional teams.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.