procure raw materials and components utilizing min/max inventory levels, ensuring suppliers have access to the latest revision specifications.
purchase shop supplies as needed.
review purchase requisitions, prepare purchase orders, and complete data entry of purchase orders.
submit purchase orders to vendors.
confer with vendors to obtain product or service information such as price, availability, lead times and delivery schedules.
contact vendors to determine order status and, when necessary, to communicate discrepancies with quantity and quality.
interface daily with key personnel to stay informed of component status and any capacity issues.
develop new supply sources where vendors are inadequate.
evaluate and negotiate with vendors; review bid proposals and contracts within budgetary limitations and scope of authority.
assist in the development and maintenance of the inventory tracking system – vendor managed inventory (vmi) program.
maintain positive supplier relationships.
weekly review of mrp and expedite report. daily review mro needs.
interface with other departments and vendors to resolve purchasing issues and discrepancies.
complete shipping request documents and communicate effectively with shipping department.
support and back-up for the shipping & receiving function for pushing, pulling and lifting of boxes is a part of this job and tremendously desired.
all other reasonable duties, as assigned.
education & experience
4-year degree required (preferably in majors such as business management or supply chain management)
1 to 3 years related experience and/or training in logistics, purchasing, and supply chain management
previous experience in a high-tech manufacturing environment
previous purchasing and accounts management experience including negotiation
lean manufacturing experience: jit, kanban and pull systems is highly desirable
experience with problem analysis and resolution
demonstrated ability to achieve results independently or working with others
ability to recommend and implement improvements
excellent interpersonal and communication skills
experience with networked pc based computer system (ms office, spreadsheets, access, graphics, email, mrp systems, and accounting software)
skills & other requirements
competent in erp/mrp systems – experience with proman highly desirable
ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
ability to write routine reports and correspondence
high skill level with excel
high level of understanding of export compliance rules and regulations
high level of understanding of the shipping and receiving function (including international)
ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees (all levels)
ability to handle multiple priorities involving external and internal priorities
ability to excel in a cross-organizational, cross cultural, global team environment
handle special assignments promptly and professionally
set a high standard of ethics, professionalism, leadership, and competency
equal opportunity employer/veterans/disabled
the company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records
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United States, Monroe ,Connecticut
2022-10-11
2022-11-10
2175436
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