Key Roles & Responsibilities | To be successful in this position, must be able to coordinate and execute all purchasing related activities, including, but not limited to, value add/value engineered activities, pricing negotiations, contract review and contract execution, vendor resourcing, and development of internal indirect purchasing processes and metrics. Effectively communicating, both internally and externally. Standard Duties: - Develop and implement direct/indirect purchasing strategies that support the overall operating income, cash flow and internal key performance indicators
- Assist in the development of supply chain partnerships
- Conduct daily purchasing activities and tasks
- Negotiate existing and new contracts
- Maintain supplier databases, purchase records and related documentation
- Coordinate with inventory control to determine and manage inventory levels, where applicable
- Ensure all procured items meet the required quality standards and specifications
- Prepare cost estimates and manage budgets and internal metrics
- Work to improve indirect purchasing systems and processes
- Perform root cause analysis related to failures in processes and implement sustainable corrective actions
- Keep apprised of market conditions, anticipate market changes, and recommend appropriate actions
Safety, Health and Physical Requirements: - Contribute to the development and implementation of site safety and health goals, objectives, rules and procedures; actively participate in a safety engagement team, as well as follow all EHS rules, procedures and policies
- Wear PPE when appropriate in designated areas
- Lifting shoulder high up to 35 lbs. on occasion
|
Education & Experience |
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain or Related Field - Required
10 Years applicable working experience may be considered as alternate
Experience: 2 - 3 Years related purchasing experience in Manufacturing setting (Automotive a plus) Negotiation Experience Proficient knowledge in Microsoft Excel PLEX experience a plus
Computer Skills:
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have proficient computer knowledge.
- Microsoft Office Suite
- MRP systems proficiency (SAP / Plex)
|
