Operations and Purchasing Specialist

Kee Safety • Buffalo, NY

407d

About The Position

The Operations and Purchasing Specialist plays a crucial role in supporting the manufacturing operations by managing material flows, inventory levels, and procurement activities. This position requires effective project management skills to oversee a specific program while ensuring timely deliveries and efficient processing of customer materials. The ideal candidate will leverage their experience and interpersonal skills to address vendor and customer needs, contributing to the overall success of the manufacturing team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in a customer supportive role in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Completely manage an inter company product line from order entry to shipping and customer service.
• Manage production personnel related to the specific program.
• Manage incoming materials to meet internal business unit demand and ensure timely deliveries.
• Manage the production schedule as it relates to the program.
• Collate purchase orders and purchase requisitions to order materials, goods, and supplies.
• Send requests for quotes and purchase orders to suppliers.
• Review inventories and create replenishment orders as required.
• Interact with suppliers on a day-to-day basis.
• Review deliveries against orders and track on-time delivery and quality vendor performance.
• Track the status of any orders and produce and maintain all purchasing and inventory reports.
• Manage procurement activities including RFQs (Request for Quote).
• Create stock orders in the ERP system and maintain all stock and finished goods inventory levels.
• Complete all inventory transfers and receive all materials in the ERP system.
• Review all incoming orders for completeness and accuracy and ensure they are correctly loaded into the ERP system.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Specialty Trade Contractors
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree