Procurement Specialist

Klein Tools • Mansfield, TX

22d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Procurement Specialist is responsible for working directly with approved suppliers to purchase various items or materials (raw materials, MRO, semi-fabricated parts, office supplies, packaging materials, services and finished product for resale) supplied from requisitions and/or master scheduling information. This position will also perform a root cause analysis of supply issues and make recommendations to resolve.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in supply chain
• One (1) year of related experience
• Strong analytical and reasoning ability
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the company and suppliers
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite

Nice To Haves

• APICS (American Production and Inventory Control Society)/CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) certification preferred
• MRP (material requirements planning) knowledge is preferred
• Familiarity with manufacturing pull systems, inventory, and production control
• Reading blueprints and bill of materials is a plus

Responsibilities

• Work directly with suppliers as the face of the Company to purchase finished goods and ensure that suppliers are accountable relative to on time delivery, quantity, and price.
• Oversee the control of inventory on finished goods, and initiate orders as needed to maintain appropriate inventory levels.
• Issue and maintain purchase orders for all assigned products from order placement through product delivery. Including updating delivery dates, cost, and reconciling receiving and invoice discrepancies.
• Advise internal customer of changes in delivery dates and recovery plans, including root cause analysis of supply issues and recommended solutions.
• Participate in the regular core team meetings as assigned, providing guidance and expertise based on data.
• Expedite product shortages as needed to maintain inventory levels.
• Develop strong internal and external Supplier relationships.
• Perform other duties as required within the nature and level of work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level