What are the responsibilities and job description for the Procurement Specialist position at Prizer-Painter Stove Works, Inc.?
We are seeking a Procurement Specialist at Prizer-Painter Stove Works, Inc. who can effectively source and purchase goods and services to meet our operational needs. This role involves working closely with internal production teams and external suppliers to understand requirements and drive supplier relationships.
Key Responsibilities
- Purchase Order Management: Prepare and manage purchase orders and bid requests in a timely and accurate manner.
- Supplier Performance Monitoring: Monitor supplier performance to ensure on-time delivery, quality, and cost-improvements.
- Inventory Management: Collaborate with internal production teams to analyze MRP requirements, assess inventory levels, and mitigate supply chain risks.
- Market Trend Analysis: Analyze market trends and industry developments for cost and process improvement opportunities.
- Purchasing Data Analysis: Analyze purchasing data to identify improvement opportunities.
- Supply Chain Risk Mitigation: Identify and mitigate supply chain risks through effective supplier relationship management.
Education and Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree: Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, or equivalent.
- Work Experience: 1-3 years' experience purchasing goods and services for a manufacturing organization.
- Communication and Teamwork: Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well in a team and with various departments.
- Detail Orientation: Candidate must be well organized and have a good eye for detail.
- ERP System Knowledge: Knowledge or ability to learn SAP B1 with a strong background in navigating ERP systems.
- Innovation Mindset: Must have a desire to effect change by continually improving scheduling and planning processes.
