RE Build Manufacturing-posted 3 months ago
Mid Level
Kalamazoo, MI
501-1,000 employees
Publishing Industries

The role of a Senior Procurement Specialist at Tekna in Engineering is to source and qualify suppliers, quote tooling/products/services, support PPAP, place purchase orders, confirm invoices, and coordinate/track deliveries in support of Consulting, New Product Development, and Production projects.

  • Execute the role of buyer with limited oversight by the Project Manager and/or Materials Manager.
  • Mentor, train, and support entry level buyers.
  • Source/Find new suppliers in support of project goals.
  • Submit requests for quotes and place requests for purchase orders for capital tooling and equipment, products and components, and services to support active projects.
  • Establish relationships and communications with new and existing suppliers.
  • Keep the Project Manager and Lead Engineer advised of cost estimates, cost quotes, cost changes, order status, delivery dates, and changes in order status and delivery dates.
  • Facilitate design for manufacturing reviews between design engineers and suppliers.
  • Assist Project Manager to ensure that all required design control documentation is completed, and all quality requirements have been met per the quality management system.
  • Associate or Bachelor Degree in Supply Chain Management or equivalent is preferred.
  • 2 to 3 years experience as buyer or equivalent.
  • A sound knowledge of supply chain management principles.
  • An understanding of manufacturing processes and construction methods.
  • Good numeracy and digital literacy.
  • Ability to mentor and train entry level buyers.
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