This role sources, purchases, plans, and schedules the movement of raw materials, packaging materials, parts, components, services, supplies, finished goods, and related materials through production and inventory processes. The individual will identify raw material, component, and related requirements from engineering and production specifications and schedules. They will purchase, plan, and coordinate resulting material movement throughout manufacturing and inventory sequences. In a front-end procurement mode, the role involves analyzing data to determine factors affecting prices and identifying the lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability, and the ability to meet required schedules. This includes reviewing proposals, negotiating prices, selecting or recommending suppliers, analyzing trends, following up on placed orders, approving payments, and maintaining necessary records of material movement throughout manufacturing and inventory cycles. The position also requires coordinating and following up with production, warehouse, and engineering personnel to ensure appropriate procurement, scheduling, and movement of materials and services.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED