Job description

Plans, directs and coordinates the purchasing and logistic processes for both U.S. and Canadian divisions confirming that all material and parts are bought at best value where price, quality and delivery are all taken into consideration

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• LMA - Leads, Manages and holds Accountable all direct reports
• Actively participates in the vetting, selection and onboarding process
• Monitors efficiency and productivity to ensure expectations are met or exceeded
• Conducts regular coaching (formal and JIT)
• Conducts performance reviews and facilitates disciplinary actions as necessary
• Annual reviews
• CIP reviews quarterly
• Responsible for purchasing to maintain minimum inventory levels within the ERP system
• Monitors vendor performance and develops new supply sources where vendors are inadequate
• Completes purchase orders (when necessary) for required raw material and tooling to meet order specifications
• Negotiates blanket P.O.s when appropriate and monitors cost during that time period
• Negotiates contracts and pricing related to all international and domestic suppliers
• Reviews and adjusts inventory levels as needed based on internal reporting analysis
• Monitors new P.O. suggestions within ERP system
• Maintains and develops positive business relationships maintaining the highest degree of ethical and professional standards in all interactions
• Develops and implements purchasing/logistics and shipping/receiving policies and procedures
• Collaborates with other departments to integrate logistics with business systems or processes, such as customer sales, order management, accounting, or shipping
• Negotiates with suppliers to improve supply chain efficiency and sustainability
• Analyzes the financial impact of proposed logistics changes, such as routing, shipping modes, product volumes or mixes, or carriers
• Analyzes all aspects of corporate logistics to determine the most cost-effective or efficient means of transporting products or supplies
• Stays abreast on industry news and governmental compliance requirements
• Develops and implements policies and procedures to maintain Import/Export Compliance
• Enforces safety policies and practices to ensure culture of health and safety; identifies safety hazards and works with management team on corrective actions

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree and 10-15 years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proficiency working in a computer supported environment with business systems software and Microsoft office programs
• Proven leadership and delegation skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; able to manage priorities and workflow; able to multi-task

COMPANY CORE VALUES:

S SELF-MOTIVATED – Take initiative and ownership; strive for excellence

E ENGAGED – Leverage your individual talents to embrace the vision; practice teamwork

and deliver results

A ADAPTABLE – Challenge the status quo to continually improve and conquer problems

and opportunities

L LOYAL – Stay resolute to our cause of serving customers and our team

S SINCERE – Honor commitments; respect deadlines; do what you said you would do

when you said you would do it; live the golden rule

JOB COMPETENCIES:

• Business Acumen
• Leadership
• Performance Management
• Results Driven
• Problem Solving
• Communication Proficiency
• Time Management
• Critical Thinking
• Planning and Organizing
• Technical Capacity

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to sit or stand and function at a computer workstation for up to 8 hours per day

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Job performed indoors in an office with moderate noise

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Clarence, NY: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Microsoft Excel: 1 year (Preferred)
• Supply chain: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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