Job Details

ID #12210780
State Maryland
City Dundalk
Job type Full-time
Salary USD TBD TBD
Source ITW
Showed 2021-04-13
Date 2021-04-02
Deadline 2021-06-01
Category Et cetera
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Maryland, Dundalk, 21222 Dundalk USA

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Job Description

Buyer Vulcan Ranges

Scope:

Using ITW 80/20 business philosophies and tool box methodologies, the focus of this position is to purchase materials, supplies, and services that will provide tactical and strategic benefit to the Ranges business unit. Will coordinate procurement efforts across multiple disciplines of the organization. Responsible for negotiating optimum arrangements for pricing, delivery, and total cost of ownership.

Function:

Reports to a supervisor or manager as designated by business unit. The incumbent will be responsible for the accurate and timely procurement of production materials and supplies. Will use and maintain various replenishment techniques to communicate requirements to suppliers. Transmission techniques may include discrete purchase orders, FaxBans, and emails. Will be responsible for effectively maintaining acceptable levels of inventory that meet production requirements as well as financial utilization goals.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Process purchase orders for required components and services in compliance with ITW authorization levels.
  • Maintain effective inventory levels to achieve month on hand (MOH), on-time delivery, and customer satisfaction. Utilize appropriate material control techniques to maximize material availability and minimize inventory.
  • Communicate and consult with Engineering and Operations to identify material problems or information to assure production flow, and/or planning of materials. Attend and participate in weekly production meetings.
  • Coordinate supplier relationships. Source and assess vendor’s manufacturing capabilities to ensure all suppliers carry the highest level of ethical business practices and social responsibility.
  • Negotiate with suppliers on price, quality, and service levels.
  • Prepare and Review monthly vendor performance and with key vendors.
  • Communicate daily with production on part orders that will not meet theproduction demands. Track on-time delivery of shipments and inquires with suppliers for late deliveries. Confirm agreed upon delivery dates areaccurate in ERP (Epicor) system.
  • Review business systems daily as required (open purchase orders,accounting problems, rejected materials, etc.).
  • Handle returns/replacements of nonconforming materials.
  • Plan and provide procedures for disposal of surplusmaterials and scraphandling.
  • Examine prototype parts before releasing purchase order to ensurequality and sends RFQ’s as needed.
  • Support site compliance activities, including the collection of suppliercompliance information.
  • Be a Self-starter that can work extended hours as requiredto satisfycustomer deadlines.
  • Visit suppliers as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Requirements:

· Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field

· 1-2 years experience in materials procurement role supporting manufacturing or warehouse operations

· (Purchasing, Procurement, Engineering, Operations)

· Solid understanding of Supply Chain and Forecasting/Planning Technologies

· Preference for Equipment Manufacturing experience

· In-depth knowledge of KanBan, Vendor Managed Inventory, demandflow, and supply agreements

· Strong leadership, analytical, and change management skills

· Excellent organizational, communication, collaborative and interpersonal skills

· Accountability and commitment to work agenda and schedule

· Desire and ability to advance in organization

· Ability to lead effective meetings

· Advanced PC skills including use of Word, Excel and Outlook

· Basic mechanical or technical skills with preference for ability to readprints.

· Job Location: Baltimore, MD, in-person work at factory

Competencies:

· Anticipates and manages complex situations

· Able to size up situations quickly and accurately

· Demonstrated negotiation and supplier sourcing skills

· Goal-oriented, persistent; driven to achieve objectives

· Sound judgment and clarity in decision-making and use of Companyresources

· Able to remain calm during difficult business situations

· Ability to effectively resolve conflict and be a strong team player

· Customer focused

Additional Information

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

Office or Lab work area

Manufacturing Shop Floor or Warehouse exposure.

Some travel as necessary.

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