PROCUREMENT PLNG CONTROL REP 2

About the position

Sources, purchases, plans, and schedules the movement of raw materials, packaging materials, parts, components, services, supplies, finished goods and related material through production and inventory process. Identifies raw material, component, and related requirements from engineering and production specifications and schedules. Purchases, plans, and coordinates resulting material movement throughout manufacturing and inventory sequences. In front-end procurement mode, analyzes data and determines factors that affect prices and determines lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability, and ability to meet required schedules. Reviews proposals, negotiates prices, selects or recommends suppliers, analyzes trends, follows up orders placed, approves payment, and maintains necessary records of material movement throughout manufacturing and inventory cycle(s). Coordinates and follows up with production, warehouse, and engineering personnel to ensure appropriate procurement, scheduling, and movement of materials and services.

Responsibilities

• Source, purchase, plan, and schedule the movement of raw materials and finished goods.
• Identify raw material and component requirements from engineering and production specifications.
• Analyze data to determine factors affecting prices and ensure lowest cost consistent with quality.
• Review proposals, negotiate prices, and select or recommend suppliers.
• Maintain records of material movement throughout manufacturing and inventory cycles.
• Coordinate with production, warehouse, and engineering personnel for procurement and scheduling.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 3 years of progressive, professional experience, OR a master's degree and 1 year of progressive, professional experience.
• A combination of education and experience may be used in lieu of education.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of Excel is a plus.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices.
• On-site health centers.
• Tele-medicine and wellness resources.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Savings plan options (401K).
• Financial education and planning tools.
• Life insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts.
• Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships.