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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in procurement and supply chain management, with a strong focus on sourcing strategies, supplier performance management, and contract negotiation. Proficient in data analysis and MRP processes to optimize inventory and purchasing operations.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Procurement ManagementSupplier Performance MonitoringContract NegotiationData AnalysisMRP Optimization
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Hard Skills
Sourcing PlansRFP CreationSupplier NegotiationInventory ManagementPurchase Order ExecutionData Integrity ResolutionCost AnalysisLead-Time AnalysisVendor ManagementProject Management
Soft Skills
Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsCritical ThinkingMotivation
Tools & Technologies
MS ExcelMS Office Suite
Industry Keywords
Supply ChainManufacturing OperationsRaw MaterialsVendor File ManagementPerformance Monitoring
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Implement sourcing plans for consumables and metals used in United States manufacturing operations
- Create and execute RFPs
- Manage supplier performance against contracts
- Identify competitive supplier options
- Work with plants, engineers, and quality teams to identify substitute raw materials
- Negotiate pricing and contracts
- Coordinate directly with Production Planners
- Address and escalate supplier performance issues
- Manage approximately $7.5M in annual sourcing spend
- Maintain relationships with 15-20 suppliers, including onboarding, performance monitoring, and vendor file management
- Develop expertise in product lines, raw material specifications, and purchasing processes
- Improve MRP accuracy and reliability by resolving data integrity issues
- Execute raw-material purchase orders based on MRP recommendations and production-planning needs
- Monitor open purchase orders and resolve discrepancies with suppliers
- Ensure accurate unit costs and pricing, update contract pricing, and address AP matching issues
- Manage inventory replenishment while balancing storage constraints and target inventory levels
- Collect and analyze quotes, sales, usage, lead-time, and rebate data
- Travel occasionally, approximately 10%
- Report to the Director of Purchasing
Requirements
What you’ll need- B.A. or B.S. degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field preferred, or 5+ years of relevant experience
- 3-5 years of procurement, supply chain, project management, or related experience
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Advanced analytical, evaluative, and critical thinking skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to travel as necessary
- Highly motivated and results-oriented
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize, follow up, and track procurement transactions to meet critical deadlines
- Strong computer skills, especially MS Excel
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite
- Ability to adhere to organizational policies and procedures
Benefits
Comp & perks- Two medical insurance options
- Vision coverage
- Dental coverage
- Coverage available on the first day of employment with no waiting period
- 401(k) Investment Plan with company match
- Pension plan
- Life insurance
- Accident insurance
- Legal insurance
- Pet insurance
- Annual bonus potential based on performance metrics tied to safety, quality, and productivity
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays