This role involves sourcing, purchasing, planning, and scheduling the movement of raw materials, packaging materials, parts, components, services, supplies, finished goods, and related materials throughout the production and inventory process. The representative identifies raw material, component, and related requirements from engineering and production specifications and schedules. They are responsible for purchasing, planning, and coordinating material movement through manufacturing and inventory sequences. In a front-end procurement capacity, the role includes analyzing data to determine factors affecting prices and ensuring the lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability, and schedule requirements. Responsibilities also encompass reviewing proposals, negotiating prices, selecting or recommending suppliers, analyzing trends, following up on orders, approving payments, and maintaining records of material movement. The position requires coordination and follow-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
Mid Level