Materials Specialist

Sms Group IncBrandenburg, KY
Onsite

About The Position

Come be a part of our team at SMS group Brandenburg! We are looking for a Materials Specialist who is a go-getter, and a team player! The right candidate will have experience managing inventory, forecasting needs, working with vendors to quote, creating PO’s, ordering materials, and supporting logistics as needed.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in materials
  • Valid driver license
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Strong computer skills, especially Excel
  • Good interpersonal skills and must be able to work with minimal supervision
  • Strong leadership and team-building qualities
  • Experience with Global Shop Solutions or other purchasing systems

Nice To Haves

  • Associate’s degree in related field preferred
  • OSHA10 certification, or must complete after hire

Responsibilities

  • Be a safety minded worker who is drug free and dependable with an excellent attendance record
  • Work with Supervisors and Estimators to determine products and services needed for the business unit(s).
  • Request the minimum number of quotes required per the Purchasing Policy, the quotes will be saved with a copy of the purchase order.
  • Enter all purchase orders in GSS accurately maintain electronic PO folders with all relevant materials/documents including vendor quotes, burnout drawings, and any special instructions.
  • Ensure purchase orders contain all relevant information for material type, burnout specifications, machine finishes and drawings attached when needed.
  • Meet with customers and vendors as required to discuss parts and services needed.
  • Work with Estimator when obtaining material and services required for a job won after creating a quote in GSS.
  • Work with Shop Supervisors for scheduling and planning of material deliveries to meet customer demands and shop schedules.
  • Investigate any discrepancies between Purchasing and Receiving and revise Purchase Orders if required.
  • Manage and maintain planning of bill of materials and expedite purchased parts and raw material availability in response to operational plans.
  • Work with Operations and Project Managers to update bill of materials, routers and lot sizes.
  • Control plant inventory to optimize turnover and minimize investment.
  • Align with the cycle count program and WIP audits to obtain accurate inventory values while effectively utilizing Global Shop Solutions (GSS) software.
  • Monitor safety stock levels and establish order policies to balance inventory availability with low levels of investment.
  • Work with suppliers to establish consignment, Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs and Just in Time (JIT) programs to support on time delivery goals.
  • Identify local sources of indirect materials, equipment, services or supplies and vet capabilities
  • Manage the indirect supplier selection process based on total cost of ownership (i.e. price, quality, support, capacity, reliability, etc.).
  • Support, administer and comply with purchasing agreements or contracts with suppliers in support of Regional Purchasing Manager savings goals and requirements.
  • Analyze and identify supply constraints to ensure daily operational support.
  • Shipping and receiving duties as needed
  • Operation of HD scan lab and tracking of samples.
  • Drive a forklift to stage and put away inventory
  • Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
  • All other assigned duties

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation
  • medical/dental/vision coverage
  • paid vacation
  • paid holiday time
  • 401k with a company match
  • training
  • a tuition reimbursement program
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