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TUTCO LLC, a leading manufacturer of electric heating solutions used in HVAC, Appliance, and Industrial applications.

TUTCO LLC.

is a Subsidiary of Smiths Group with Headquarters in London, England. Job Purpose Lead purchasing activities for indirect/direct spending requirements supporting assigned businesses. Ensure purchase transactions are accurate, timely, policy-compliant, and aligned with approved supplier agreements. Partners with internal stakeholders, suppliers, Accounts Payable, and sourcing teams to maintain continuity of supply, resolve transactional issues, and improve procurement performance. Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate Trade Compliance Officer responsibilities for our businesses including Section 301 and Section 232 tariff related activities.
• Proactively search for alternate approved supplies for price decreases across our businesses.
• Lead new product development for the Materials department.
• Maintain supplier communication regarding order status, delivery commitments, pricing, documentation, and transaction accuracy.
• Coordinate with internal customers, receiving, AP, and sourcing personnel to resolve blocked invoices, back-orders, discrepancies, and payment issues.
• Ensure purchases comply with approved contracts, procurement policies, delegated authority, and established purchasing processes.
• Facilitate e-procurement transactions and effective use of purchasing systems across assigned facilities.
• Monitor purchasing-card assigned scope for accuracy, reconciliation, appropriate use, and efficient processing.
• Escalate purchases requiring supplier changes, sourcing decisions, contract action, policy exceptions, or approval beyond delegated authority.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and provide clear status updates to stakeholders.
• Identify recurring supplier, transaction, or process issues and recommend practical improvements. Technical Knowledge and Skills
• Working knowledge of requisition-to-pay transactions, purchase orders, invoice resolution, supplier coordination, and MRO procurement.
• Proficiency with ERP or enterprise purchasing systems, e-procurement tools, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to interpret purchasing data, investigate transaction issues, and maintain accurate records.
• Knowledge of supplier performance, basic commercial terms, contract compliance, and internal controls. Competencies and Abilities
• Customer focus, ownership, sound judgment, attention to detail, and follow-through.
• Clear written and verbal communication with suppliers and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Ability to organize competing priorities, respond to changing requirements, and meet operational deadlines.
• Collaborative problem-solving and the ability to influence outcomes without relying solely on formal authority.
• Commitment to ethical purchasing practices, confidentiality, policy compliance, and continuous improvement. Education and Experience
• College diploma or equivalent required; additional education or training in procurement, supply chain, business, or a related field preferred.
• Two or more years of related purchasing, procurement, materials, or supply-chain experience required; experience supporting multiple facilities or cost centers preferred.
• Professional procurement certification, such as CPSM or an equivalent credential, is desirable.
• Experience with automated purchasing systems and ERP platforms is preferred.

Planning and Decision Making Plans and prioritizes purchasing activity within assigned scope. Makes routine decisions involving requisition review, order placement, expediting, transaction correction, and supplier follow-up. Seeks higher-level approval when an action exceeds delegated authority or requires sourcing, contract, supplier, or policy decisions. Impact and Scope Supports the availability of indirect/direct material required by assigned businesses. The role influences supplier responsiveness, transaction accuracy, invoice flow, policy compliance, internal customer service, and efficient use of purchasing channels. Key Internal and External Relationship s

Internal:

Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Receiving, Finance, Accounts Payable, Procurement, Sourcing, and assigned business owners.

External:

Approved suppliers, service providers, and supplier branch contacts. Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Primarily office-based work with regular use of computers, purchasing systems, scanners, printers, and communication tools.
• Ability to move within the facility as required to support internal customers and resolve receiving or material issues.
• Ability to lift and move boxes weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions.

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance On-site gym Paid parental leave Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person