SENIOR PURCHASING AGENT
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
· Maintain and continually develop MRP system.
· Oversee purchasing requirements for all areas of company.
· Manage and maintain Approved Supplier List.
· Create Purchase Orders for raw materials, components and outside processes (OV) using an ERP system to meet customer/schedule demand.
· Purchase highly complex and/or high value materials, supplies and services.
· Evaluate bids, select and recommend supplier and negotiate price, delivery, quality and service.
· Maintain cost visibility for all controllable purchases.
· Negotiate any applicable long-term agreements with suppliers while working with Senior Management.
· Manage inventory levels for purchased product.
· Responsible for procurement status follow-up expedite where required.
· Request and obtain corrected certificates if needed.
· Recommend actions to improve quality and efficiency of purchasing processes.
· May be required to conduct supplier site visits and rate them as to production capability, performance and delivery.
· Perform multiple tasks when assigned by supervisor/manager.
· Perform additional Production Control or Purchasing duties as prescribed by supervisor/manager.
· Participate in Supplier Review Team to evaluate suppliers and coordinate improvement activities.
SKILLS REQUIRED
· Strong materials and purchasing knowledge.
· Knowledge of raw materials.
· Knowledge of internal and external processing/services.
· Ability to read, interpret and understand mechanical engineering drawings, parts lists and Bills of Material (BOM).
· Computer skills.
· Interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with suppliers, customers and personnel.
RESPONSIBILITIES
· Responsible for safe operation of computer and office equipment.
· Responsible for maintaining a neat, organized work area.
· Responsible for proper handling of raw material and manufactured product.
· Responsible for personal safety as well as the safety of all people in the area
· Perform multiple tasks when assigned by supervisor/manager
· Cross train on any task assigned, as determined necessary by supervisor/manager
· May require moderate lifting (50 lbs. Max)
· Keep work area neat and clean
· Works closely with other employees when job requires
· Work in cooperation with Production Control, Manufacturing Supervisors, Program Managers and Management personnel
· Notify supervisor/manager of problems with jobs, or equipment
Experience / Education
· 5 years purchasing/buying experience is desired.
· 5 years of manufacturing industry experience is desired.
· High school graduate or higher required.
Sun Country Industries is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. To comply with U.S. export control regulations, applicants must be eligible to receive any required authorizations from the U.S. Government.
Pay: $23.00 - $33.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- purchasing and/or buying: 5 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
