Purchasing / Materials Manager

Northeast Ohio Engineered Actuation Products manufacturer has an immediate opening for a Purchasing / Materials Manager.  This position is responsible for developing and executing the materials strategy and purchasing activity to support growth of the business.  This is a hands-on, individual contributor role in a fast-paced environment.

 Key Duties and Responsibilities:

·         Determine the materials planning strategy and develop and execute implementation plans.

·         Implement and follow effective inventory management processes to optimize inventory levels while maintaining customer service                    expectations.

·         Prepare specifications research and select suppliers, request bids and issue purchase orders based on planning requirements and/or              purchase requisitions.  Ensure thorough and accurate information is flowed down to suppliers.  Actively monitor supplier deliveries and            take corrective action as necessary.

·         Work closely with Operations, Sales and Engineering to coordinate supplier requirements ensuring a timely flow of materials to meet              production schedules and customer delivery date commitments.

·         Develop and evaluate suppliers including global sources vs. established goals for OTD, quality and competitiveness and implement                changes as needed.  Manage the AVL through close collaboration with management.

·         Respond to customer inquiries, RFQs and delivery updates, information, expedites and problem solving, while interfacing with internal             resources to ensure customer’s expectations are met.

·         Identify and drive cost reduction efforts through material and OSP cost reductions and negotiations.

·         Utilize the E2 Business System to manage supplier bid information including pricing, payment terms and delivery information. 

           Maintain accurate purchasing records.

·         Maintain strong supplier relations and proactive communications.

·         Follow procedures and comply with the ISO-9000/AS9100 Quality System and internal financial controls.

·         Create work instructions and process flows.

·         Other duties and backup to other staff members as required.

Essential Skills:

·         Excellent problem-solving skills including root-cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions.

·         Operates very well in a hands-on, fast-paced working environment that requires both strategic perspective and dedication to                             operational execution with a high sense of urgency.

·         Responsible, disciplined, and accountable, makes and meets commitments, leads by example.

·         Strong communications and interpersonal skills.

·         Operates with high integrity and a strong respect for others.

·         Actively engages with the team to support customer requirements and business goals.

·         Ability to multi-task and manage multiple priorities effectively.

·         High degree of accuracy, attention to detail, mathematical and organizational skills.

·         Implements and utilizes technology to improve accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications:

·         BA or BS Degree ideally with a concentration in supply-chain or materials management. 

·         7+ years purchasing experience in Aerospace/Defense and/or Engineered Products types of businesses.

·         Extensive experience and knowledge of the supply-chain for metals, machining, electronics, electro-mechanical components and                     related processes including global sources.

·         Strong proficiency with MRP and other materials planning strategies with specific examples of success.

·         Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office Tools, Shop Tech E2 business system experience is a great plus.

·         Deep working knowledge of inventory systems.

·         Demonstrated record of success with managing suppliers, cost reductions and quality improvements.

·         Strong professional references.

Performance Metrics and Expectations:

·         On-Time delivery for suppliers and customers

·         Cost reductions and lower materials/OSP costs

·         Inventory management and inventory turns.

·         Reduced lead-times

·         Quality Levels; supplier NCRs

Compensation and benefits package which includes:

·         Health Insurance

·         Dental Insurance

·         Life Insurance

·         Short- Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance

·         Vision Insurance

·         401(k) with company contribution

·         Vacation and Sick time.

·         Flexible schedule

Physical Demands:

Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, reach with arms and hands and hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools or controls, and speak and hear.  The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel and crouch.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs.  Specific vision abilities that may be required by this job include close vision, distance vision and color vision.