Procurement Specialist

DMG MORI USA•Davis, CA

21d•$80,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Procurement Specialist manages suppliers and procures parts to meet quality, delivery, and cost requirements, using MRP systems and strict data control. The position is based at DMG MORI Manufacturing in Davis, California, and reports to the Procurement Manager. It is a temporary, exempt role with Monday–Friday core business hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and 0%–5% travel. The role has access to equipment and/or technology subject to U.S. export control restrictions; hiring must comply with applicable regulations. DMG MORI manufactures cutting machine tools, including CNC-controlled lathes and milling machines, and offers machines, industrial services, software, and energy solutions. The position works in a manufacturing environment that includes assembly, machining, and quality control facilities. Possible exposures include noise, electricity, chemicals, heavy equipment, and other automated and manual machinery.

Requirements

Mechanical or electrical engineering background.
Vendor management experience specific to purchasing in a manufacturing or machine environment.
Proven negotiation skills with vendors.
Thorough working knowledge of purchasing policies, processes, and procedures.
Professional and effective verbal and written communication skills.
Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and spreadsheet analysis.

Nice To Haves

Fluency in Japanese preferred.

Responsibilities

Enter and maintain supplier and part procurement information in MRP daily.
Maintain production MRP/ERP data integrity to support lean inventory optimization and minimize cost.
Evaluate, select, and develop suppliers to meet quality, cost, and delivery standards.
Create purchase orders and send them to suppliers after confirming price, lead time, and delivery dates.
Track deliveries and assess supplier capacity daily to support on-time production.
Run analyses and report to relevant colleagues to keep the production schedule on time.
Develop existing suppliers and evaluate new suppliers.
Create reports and presentations related to procurement activities.
Maintain relationships with internal colleagues and domestic and international vendors.
Perform other duties as assigned.