What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Coordinator I position at Fitesa Simpsonville Inc?
Description
Fitesa is a global leader in nonwoven fabric solutions, specializing in providing innovative fabrics the hygiene, medical, and industrial markets. We have an excellent opportunity for a Purchasing Coordinator to join our rapidly growing team. The Purchasing Coordinator works closely with plant staff, corporate personnel, suppliers and teams to improve Fitesa's overall cost position.
Additional Fitesa Benefits:
Paid vacation
9 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays
7% 401(K) paid by the company up to 4% dollar for dollar match additional 3% company contribution
Flexible insurance packages with no waiting period for medical, vision, and dental benefits
Requirements
- Process approved requisitions into purchase orders for non-strategic plant-level maintenance, repair and operations (MRO ) products and services.
- Coordinates with the Integrated Planner and Purchasing Associate Buyers on strategic material orders to minimize working capital.
- Works with the Purchasing Managers to implement strategic purchasing initiatives.
- Conduct local competitive bidding for repetitive goods.
- Identify opportunities to improve transaction processes such as Internet based procurement, purchasing cards, etc. in order to reduce cost.
- Lead or participate on Supplier Teams to enhance supplier relationships.
Critical Dimensions/Skills
- Effective written and oral communication skills
- Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Purchasing process (negotiation, influencing, contracts, relationship building)
- Planning and organizing multiple activities concurrently
- Teamwork/collaboration
- Judgement/Problem solving
- Maintain a professional appearance and attitude
Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:
- Associates Degree preferred but not required
- Two plus years experience in purchasing
Additional Information:
Fitesa offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. Fitesa is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Fitesa will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.
Eligibility to apply is in accordance with Fitesa hiring policies and practices. Please contact Fitesa HR with questions regarding eligibility.
This position is reserved for US candidates only and does not offer international transfer.
