Purchasing Specialist

Aston Carter•Paris Township, OH

4d•$27 - $27•Hybrid

About The Position

Manage mass production part ordering and delivery through effective planning, communication, and supplier interface. Apply technical and problem-solving skills to prevent impacts on operations and support the achievement of department targets. Responsible for material procurement, production planning, inventory control, outsourcing, supplier process management, and countermeasure implementation. Identify, research, evaluate, and select suppliers that meet the defined standards of price, quality, and reliability of supply design change points.

Requirements

Purchasing, logistics, inventory, and supply chain management expertise.
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent related experience.
Knowledge of basic inventory management and manufacturing workflow.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks and work with limited direction.
Ability to troubleshoot complex problems in a team-based work environment.
Consistently identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
Collect data and apply business knowledge to solve a range of problems.
Effectively lead project themes.
Effectively sell ideas and secure buy-in from individuals or teams.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, ERP, SAP, and inventory control.

Nice To Haves

Previous manufacturing experience is advantageous.
Previous ERP/MRP experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

Perform accurate maintenance of process-related systems for suppliers and parts assigned to the buyer.
Maintain, manage, and issue material releases within the ERP system to ensure sufficient inventory levels to support warehouse packing operations and plant production.
Establish and maintain communication networks with supply base to promote positive relationships focused on delivery performance and building relationships with suppliers.
Identify and escalate supplier critical issues to ensure appropriate allocation of resources in a timely manner.
Develop communication networks both external and internal to ensure operational success and department awareness.
Collaborate with departments and project leaders to support all specified Mass Production department projects to meet Key Performance Indicators (KPI) targets by mitigating risk of Downtime GDP and TRPU.
Understand and manage New Model and Mass Production design change activity through close collaboration with impacted suppliers to ensure quality and effective date implementation to minimize production impact and cost.
Maintain reporting and Gemba activity for root cause analysis and countermeasure implementation to solve problems.
Strive for continuous improvement through cycling Plan Do Check Action (PDCA) for areas of responsibility, supplier ordering, design change control management, and Supplier Problem Management.
Support company vision and Business Plan activities by leading or supporting theme activities and/or project initiatives within the associate's core job function.