Required Education:

High School or EquivalentPreferred Education:

• College degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain or equivalent experience and skills can be substituted.

Required Experience:

• Entry to mid-level professional with experience in materials - inventory, purchasing, production, etc.
• Motivated and eager to solve material challenges.
• Strong relationship and communication skills as they will be working with multiple teams.
• At least 1-3 years of experience in Purchasing/Supply Chain.
• Experience with SAP or other ERP systems is desirable.
• Proficient in using computers with knowledge of Microsoft suite applications (Specifically Outlook & Excel).
• Strong drive and ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently with good time management and organizational skills.
• Strong relationship-building and collaborative management skills.

Preferred Experience:

• Strong negotiation skills are a plus.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• ERP experience (SAP) is a plus but not required.

Job Responsibilities:

• Ensure a continuous flow of incoming raw materials, components, and sub-assemblies.
• Coordinate Open Purchase Order Management and/or Order Scheduling.
• Monitor and improve supplier performance through established KPIs.
• Work with suppliers on late orders, confirmation details, etc.
• Take daily action regarding Material Requirements Planning (MRP) messages and escalate when issues are repeated.
• Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.
• Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client's business needs and requirements.