What are the responsibilities and job description for the Procurement Specialist (Raw Materials) position at Components Company, Inc.?
HResults is assisting Components Company, Inc. in finding a specialist with raw material procurement expertise. Are you a people person who also enjoys implementing strategic initiatives? Do you have at least 2 years of experience in managing raw material procurement, and a deep understanding of supply chain processes?
Reporting to the supply chain manager, the procurement specialist is a member of the Purchasing team that supports the Sales team. This role ensures that purchasing quotas are met in a timely manner while aligning with our high quality standards. The specialist creates and maintains relationships while providing exceptional customer service.
Key Result Areas:
· Purchase component items, handle Purchase Order entry duties.
· Work directly with Production team members to expedite shipments.
· Create BOMs (Bills of Materials), routings, and other related documents using the ERP.
· Order materials and products for current and potential customers, based on their quoting needs.
· Answer customer inquiries and resolve customer issues/complaints. Periodically visit customers and suppliers.
· Participate in ISO internal/external audits; analyze and audit purchasing related documents.
· Analyze and work on “exception messages” or needs to expedite materials.
· Work in customer portals for orders and information.
Qualifications:
Education--
o HS diploma or equivalent; Associates or Bachelor’s degree in business, sales, or related field preferred
Experience/Knowledge--
o Two years of directly related purchasing, sales, and customer service experience; raw material procurement needed
Skills/Competencies--
o Excellent customer service skills, attention to details, and problem solving
o Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to meet multiple and changing deadlines
o Tech savvy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office products; ERP skills strongly preferred
o Successful in performing multifaceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities
o Excellent team and interpersonal skills including collaborating with internal and external customers at all levels
o Positive, professional attitude, demeanor, and presentation; driven, with the ability to work independently
o Strong listening, written, and verbal communication skills
Physical Demands--
o Physically capable of manual labor that includes lifting, bending, walking, and reaching.
o Some travel is required, less than 15%. Able to work overtime as needed.
o Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs. at times.
o Successful in a changing and busy environment
Components Company Inc. (CCI) is an innovative leader in the supply of component parts and assemblies, along with light manufacturing, kitting, auto-bagging, custom packaging, and JIT shipping. CCI has been proudly ISO certified since 2001.