Purchasing Coordinator

Job Description

The Purchasing Manager will manage procurement of all site material (including subcontracts), equipment and services necessary for manufacturing and ensures efficient movement of materials required for meeting production schedules. Review of supplier proposals for price, delivery time and quality. Monitors cost, schedule and performance factors of suppliers and programs to ensure adherence to budgets and customer requirements. Researches and develops sources of supply for required commodities. Directs material procurement and scheduling activities through the use of a computerized ERP System. The ideal candidate will have a desire for continuous improvement both for the organization and for their own professional development.

• Drive to optimum total cost, establish and manage terms and conditions, adhere to established quality standards, product specifications, schedules and Customer requirements and expectations.
• Maintain systemic methods ensuring material visibility and supplier delivery accuracy
• Select, train, and develop subordinates. Assign work for most efficient utilization of personnel, reviewing their activities to assure quality performance.
• Through effective planning and material management, enable leveraged spend and cost savings and strong negotiating positions across the enterprise.
• In collaboration with Supplier Quality, continuously evaluate suppliers and optimize the supplier base through analyses of their capabilities, quality performance, delivery performance, price competitiveness, production rates and tooling availability. Requires knowledge of numerous industries including Aerospace, machining, anodize, NDT, (MRO), etc to ensure that purchased items meet established quality standards and specifications set forth.
• Ensure company procurement policies and procedures required for purchase order terms and conditions, re-determinations, contract terminations and supplier relations and negotiations are followed to maintain compliance with all applicable Government laws including ITAR, DFAR, EAR & FAA Regulations.
• Maintain direct and strong relationships with affiliates, suppliers, internal and externals customer representatives to provide efficient, timely and cost-effective procurement of materials. Keep abreast of innovation and industry trends in supply chain and strategic sourcing.
• Review and approve Purchase Orders for compliance to company procurement policies and procedures, contract requirements, and compliance with all applicable Government laws and regulations. Ensure the efficient resolution of departmental supply chain problems and coordinate problem resolution with all interfacing departments to provide optimum production, quality and delivery of products/services.
• Promote positive employee relations and adherence to company policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

• CPIM, CPPM, CPP or similar preferred
• Requires a minimum of 5+ years of experience functionally, 3+ years in management, 3+ years in metals manufacturing
• Capability of bridging cultural differences is necessary
• Demonstrated customer-oriented attitude with commitment to going above and beyond in meeting customer requirements
• Strong written and verbal skills are necessary.
• Ability to work as a team
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with demanding customers on a daily basis.
• Familiarity with computerized management systems such as ERP/MRP and familiarity with AS400 system is a plus.