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About The Position

Requirements

• Solid understanding in the principles, methods, and procedures of purchasing, supplies, materials, and equipment.
• Strong analytical skills; detail oriented.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a complex environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong understanding of ERP / MRP.
• Team player: ability to work well with others within department and with other departments.
• Travel up to 10% may be required.
• Must possess knowledge of inventory control and storage.
• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident to satisfy AFSI ITAR requirements.
• Experience working in a manufacturing organization.

Nice To Haves

• Strong understanding of manufacturing costs preferred.
• Four year College or University program certificate preferred; or four to six years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Place purchase orders to support Amphenol production and customer support activities.
• Maintain purchasing system and part file integrity by reviewing and updating piece part costs and other related item master attributes.
• Maintain purchased part inventory at efficient levels.
• Ensure order quantities are appropriate to maintain efficient inventory.
• Expedite materials needed to support the production schedule and minimum inventory requirements.
• Work with suppliers to improve delivery and lead times and reduce individual ordering quantities.
• Work with engineering during new product development and design reviews so part and product requirements are understood and can be properly communicated to external suppliers.
• Conduct supplier searches for fabricated and commercial products.
• Analyze manufacturing database and generate plans for optimizing product flow to obtain on time delivery.
• Develop long- and short-term production plans for assigned products.
• Communicate with Production Planning and other activities regarding deviation in schedules.
• Evaluate and maintain stocking levels for various parts and assemblies as well as make recommendations for stocking levels.
• Provide feedback to sales regarding lead times required for quotes and orders.
• Ensure supplier contract and timeline compliance.
• Support replenishment systems for all purchased materials
• Executing day-to-day activities including monitoring incoming shipments.
• Purchase Order data entry, all product (new and existing) for product line(s) support.
• Maintain purchase order files.
• Timely resolution for receiving issues associated with purchase orders and accounts payable.

Benefits

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• 401k match
• Paid Time Off
• Health Savings Account