Job Description

Title: Sr. Purchasing Coordinator

Position Summary:

* Purchase components and managing delivery schedules with Suppliers using M2M ERP system to meet Production Schedule and/or customer orders. Components purchased include molded plastic parts, extruded and blown films, extruded tubing, stainless steel vessels, fabricated parts, packaging items, etc.
* Set and maintain accurate item lead times in the system and hold suppliers accountable to their commitments and to meet performance expectations.
* Buy parts according to specifications ensuring compliance to quality standards and CGMP manufacturing requirements. Work with Suppliers to resolve quality issues.
* Work cross functionally with other departments such as Engineering, Quality, Production, Planning, Sales, Customer Service, and Accounting in order to meet business needs.
* Represent the company at all times with professional and ethical conduct when interacting with all contacts, including suppliers, customers, and colleagues
* Visit suppliers as needed.
* Participate in continuous improvement activities (PPI) in order to remove waste from our processes and improve performance
* Participate in purchasing performance metrics and related meetings: purchase price variance, on-time delivery, backorder, supplier scorecards, etc.
* Manage inventory to target levels while systematically optimizing inventory investment and service levels.
* Negotiate with suppliers to ensure competitive pricing for purchased items.
* Maintain accurate files and records for all correspondence and transactions with Suppliers

Desired Qualifications:

* Knowledge of supply chain programs (Consignment (PAC), JIT, VMI, etc.) and ability to manage execution of these programs.
* CPM/CIPS/APICS or equivalent certification preferred.
* Advanced skills in Excel with strong analytical skills
* Ability to locate new sources for new and existing products for the company.

Required Qualifications:

* Minimum 3 years business experience
* Experience with ERP system using MRP Planning
* Exposure in negotiation and contract management
* Bachelors in business or technical discipline or equivalent experience

This position has not been approved for relocation.