Job Description

Responsibilities:

Procurement & Vendor Management

• Manage procurement activities, including vendor selection, price negotiation, and purchase order processing.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, including pricing histories and documentation of vendor performance or issues.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and support cost-reduction initiatives in partnership with internal departments.

Import/Export & Logistics

• Oversee import/export processes and ensure compliance with applicable tariffs, taxes, and trade regulations.
• Coordinate with carriers and transporters to ensure timely and accurate delivery of goods.
• Expedite urgent orders as needed to meet production or customer deadlines.

Warehouse & Inventory Oversight

• Oversee shipping, receiving, and stockroom operations to ensure safe, efficient, and accurate handling of materials.
• Step in to assist with picking, packing, and receiving tasks when needed.
• Monitor and adjust safety stock levels based on usage trends, and maintain appropriate inventory levels to support just-in-time practices.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead, coach, and support warehouse, purchasing, and logistics staff to meet departmental and organizational goals.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including Engineering and Production, to ensure material availability and drive continuous improvement.
• Attend production planning meetings to provide updates on material readiness and delivery timelines.

Quality & Process Improvement

• Investigate defective parts, collaborate with vendors to implement corrective actions, and prevent future quality issues.
• Stay informed of vendor recommendations, industry developments, and technologies that can enhance efficiency.

Other

• Perform additional tasks as assigned to support the overall materials management function.

This is a Direct Hire position. The hours are Mon-Fri 7:30AM-4PM with flexibility in schedule.

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