Purchasing Associate

Cannon Industries

A global company with headquarters in Rochester, New York, Cannon Industries has grown to become one of the leading sheet metal and custom weld fabricators in the contract manufacturing industry. Our quality standards are unsurpassed in the industry because we know that our customers’ standards grow with each passing year. Computer controlled processes, operators and technicians with decades of experience, and strict procedures for quality control have led Cannon Industries to step ahead of the competition, by earning ISO:9002, ISO:14001, and TS:16949 certifications. Cannon Industries, Inc. is a drug, smoke and alcohol free working environment.

General Job Description:

Under the direction of the Purchasing Manager, assists the purchasing department in the purchase of materials, supplies parts or components for production and/or facilities expansion, renovation and maintenance. Assist with interviewing vendor representatives; developing and evaluating qualified suppliers; evaluating new products and materials; assisting in formulating equipment and material specifications; obtaining competitive bids; reviewing and analyzing price quotations; negotiating contracts; developing appropriate correspondence and records; coordinating purchasing requirements with operating departments; and expediting the delivery of critical equipment and/or material. The Purchasing Assistant is also responsible for assisting the purchasing department with any administrative functions.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Have a team player attitude that promotes commitment, reliability and follow through

• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills

• Ability to resolve problems using logical, systematic and sequential approaches

• Good computer skills with a proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and MRP Systems

• Ability to read and understand blueprints

Production Specific Duties:

1) Voices all concerns to the Purchasing Manager to resolve any and all current or potential problems affecting the production schedule

2) Assist the Purchasing Manager in monitoring inventory levels and maintain fluid communication with production keeping them aware of what material is coming in and potential shortages

3) Assist with reviewing all new project release packages and Bills of Material (B.O.M’.s) to ensure we have reliable avenues for all material and components. Participate in new-product-launch meetings

4) Answer all customer service expedites in a timely fashion

5) Maintains organized and accurate documentation

6) Monitor and enforce company housekeeping standards.

Departmental Specific Duties:

1) Follows up on orders to ensure that materials are shipped and delivered on promised dates

2) Responds to inquiries of staff and administration regarding purchasing items/products

3) Assists the purchasing department with quoting and buying all materials, small parts, components, hardware, tools, etc. for both Cannon and Burnett Process

4) Assist with managing LCC (Low Cost Country) suppliers in terms of quoting/negotiating/delivery/cost and quality.

5) Assist with monitoring inventory levels along with the Purchasing Manager and Production ensure proper levels are maintained in order to meet all production needs

6) Assist with developing outsource drawings for request for quotes.

7) Assist in obtaining documentation and correspondence regarding purchase orders

8) Helps to generate all purchase orders

9) Works with Quality Assurance to certify all suppliers

10) Assist Maintenance Supervisor with ordering parts and materials for machine repair

11) Maintains accurate records and follow up files of all purchases and shipments

12) Provide general department support

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as it may be deemed necessary.

Health Insurance- Company contribution

Dental and Vision - employee paid

Company Paid Life Insurance

401K - Company contribution

Paid Time Off