Job Details
Northeast Ohio Engineered Actuation Products manufacturer has an immediate opening for a Purchasing / Materials Manager. This position is responsible for developing and executing the materials strategy and purchasing activity to support growth of the business. This is a hands-on, individual contributor role in a fast-paced environment.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Determine the materials planning strategy and develop and execute implementation plans.
Implement and follow effective inventory management processes to optimize inventory levels while maintaining customer service expectations.
Prepare specifications research and select suppliers, request bids and issue purchase orders based on planning requirements and/or purchase requisitions. Ensure thorough and accurate information is flowed down to suppliers. Actively monitor supplier deliveries and take corrective action as necessary.
Work closely with Operations, Sales and Engineering to coordinate supplier requirements ensuring a timely flow of materials to meet production schedules and customer delivery date commitments.
Develop and evaluate suppliers including global sources vs. established goals for OTD, quality and competitiveness and implement changes as needed. Manage the AVL through close collaboration with management.
Respond to customer inquiries, RFQs and delivery updates, information, expedites and problem solving, while interfacing with internal resources to ensure customer s expectations are met.
Identify and drive cost reduction efforts through material and OSP cost reductions and negotiations.
Utilize the E2 Business System to manage supplier bid information including pricing, payment terms and delivery information. Maintain accurate purchasing records.
Maintain strong supplier relations and proactive communications.
Follow procedures and comply with the ISO-9000/AS9100 Quality System and internal financial controls.
Create work instructions and process flows.
Other duties and backup to other staff members as required.
Essential Skills:
Excellent problem-solving skills including root-cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions.
Operates very well in a hands-on, fast-paced working environment that requires both strategic perspective and dedication to operational execution with a high sense of urgency.
Responsible, disciplined, and accountable, makes and meets commitments, leads by example.
Strong communications and interpersonal skills.
Operates with high integrity and a strong respect for others.
Actively engages with the team to support customer requirements and business goals.
Ability to multi-task and manage multiple priorities effectively.
High degree of accuracy, attention to detail, mathematical and organizational skills.
Implements and utilizes technology to improve accuracy and efficiency.
Qualifications
BA or BS Degree ideally with a concentration in supply-chain or materials management.
7+ years purchasing experience in Aerospace/Defense and/or Engineered Products types of businesses.
Extensive experience and knowledge of the supply-chain for metals, machining, electronics, electro- mechanical components and related processes including global sources.
Strong proficiency with MRP and other materials planning strategies with specific examples of success.
Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office Tools, Shop Tech E2 business system experience is a great plus.
Deep working knowledge of inventory systems.
Demonstrated record of success with managing suppliers, cost reductions and quality improvements.
Strong professional references.
Performance Metrics and Expectations:
On-Time delivery for suppliers and customers
Cost reductions and lower materials/OSP costs
Inventory management and inventory turns.
Reduced lead-times
Quality Levels; supplier NCRs
Compensation and benefits package which includes:
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Short- Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) with company contribution
Vacation and Sick time.
Flexible schedule