Essential Functions:

1. Responsible for the purchase of materials, supplies and service and repair orders for equipment that directly impacts the operation of the facilities.
2. Respond to the daily MRP by placing purchase orders, and take action for change orders for inventoried parts, services, and/or special tools.
3. Investigate and evaluate new supplier resources and make recommendations with emphasis on standardization and cost containment.
4. Help keep the business running smoothly by meeting building schedules and timelines
5. Manage suppliers with regards to maintaining Open Order Reports, Past Due Reports, Supplier Corrective Action Request, Receiving/Invoice discrepancies and cost avoidance issues
6. Initiates and analyzes quotations with respect to cost, quality, and delivery competitiveness, with consideration to transportation logistics and inventory turns.
7. Studies market prices and trends in order to avoid cost increases & take advantage of cost decreases for all assigned part responsibilities.
8. Manage the Suppliers performance and work with the Quality Management Team when supplier has quality issues.
9. Works closely with Engineering, Quality, Production, Finance and IT to meet and exceed their needs
10. Assist in the development and implementation of purchasing policies and systems
11. Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience:

1. Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent education and experience.
2. 1 year + purchasing and sourcing experience preferably in a manufacturing environment with a strong understanding of drawings and project management
3. CPM/CPIM or other Supply Management Certification is desirable
4. Working knowledge of automated MRP system is required

Competencies:

1. Well organized, self-motivated and resourceful managing complex situations
2. Maintain accurate files and records
3. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
4. Proficient with the core Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power-point, Project, et

1. c) Physical Demands:

How much on-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities? Show the amount of time by checking the appropriate boxes below

Amount of Time

Under 1/3 To Over

None 1/3 2/3 2/3

Stand |____|_____|_____|____|

Walk |____|_____|_____|____|

Sit |____|_____|_____|____|

Use hands to finger, handle, or feel |____|_____|_____|____|

Reach with hands and arms |____|_____|_____|____|

Talk or hear |____|_____|_____|____|

Does this job require that weight be lifted or force be exerted? If so, how much and how often? Check the appropriate boxes below.

Amount of Time

Under 1/3 To Over

None 1/3 2/3 2/3

Up to 10 pounds |____|_____|_____|____|

Does this job have any special vision requirements? Check all that apply.

Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)

Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

How much exposure to the following environmental conditions does this job require?

This job does not require any exposure to any environmental conditions

How much noise is typical for the work environment of this job? Check the appropriate level below.

Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic)