RESPONSIBIITIES AND DUTIES:

• Procure production (and related) materials while emphasizing best combination of cost, quality and delivery.
• Procure non-production goods, MRO and other related tooling and equipment
• Utilize all inputs possible to the planning and procurement process - SAP outputs, intrinsic sales data, field reports from QA and Purchasing, observed supplier performance, production-related data, etc.
• Actively support Lean activities as they apply to purchasing raw materials - look for ways to eliminate waste wherever it occurs in the supply/production chain.
• Optimize inventory to achieve FY targets and improve customer on-time delivery performance.
• Coordinate and schedule other PTI locations.
• Aggressively drive cost reductions and Supply Chain initiatives.
• Negotiate with suppliers the price, quality, delivery, discounts, returns, Kanban agreements, etc. in an approved and ethical manner and in compliance with company policy and government regulations.
• Ensure that purchasing activities fully support lean/visual manufacturing concept.
• Maintain efficient communication with inter-departmental personnel.
• Perform other duties as required, e.g.:

• • Maintain IATF16949 suitable records
  • Track and evaluate "premium freight"
  • Assist in sourcing/qualifying vendors
  • Support MRB decisions

COMPETENCIES:

• Computer skills with a high degree of proficiency:
  • SAP - Business Enterprise System
  • Microsoft Office
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• BA/BS degree or equivalent
• APICS or PMAC certification preferred
• 5 years purchasing in a high mix manufacturing environment