Job Details

* Ozark, AR, USA

* Hourly

* Full Time

*Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO*

****JOB SUMMARY****

This position is responsible for supporting the effective and efficient sourcing of components, commodities, services and capital equipment for the Ozark plant. In addition, this position is responsible for the implementation of Group Purchasing initiatives at the Ozark plant. This position also supports and coordinates the activities of the plant spare parts storeroom.

****ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS****

* Maintain continuing knowledge and an understanding of the company's outside supplier product demands and production scheduling techniques to support the timely availability and procurement of required materials within the current inventory guidelines.

* Locate and select new and alternate sources of supply to meet the production requirements of the plant.

* Establish and maintain effective contacts and working relationships with vendors and suppliers for all necessary information.

* Prepare and communicate product specifications to vendors for bid as appropriate and negotiate with the most favorable bidder(s) considering costs, quality, delivery, etc.

* Award and administer purchase orders and agreements in accordance with established company policies and procedures.

* Responsible for supporting the site spare parts storeroom activities including but not limited to minimum stock levels, maximum stock levels and reorder points.

* Daily interface between plant project engineering, maintenance, and production with purchasing to ensure resolution of delivery, quality or other supplier performance issues.

* Support and implement general cost-savings initiatives for the Ozark plant.

* Implementation of Corporate Purchasing initiatives at the Ozark plant.

* Performing other duties as required that are in support of Ozark Plant and/or corporate goals.

****COMPETENCIES****

* Ability to analyze data and determine opportunities for cost savings or process improvements.

* Ability to communicate at all levels of the organization from production employees to Corporate Management.

* Strong customer service skills that focus on meeting and/or exceeding customer expectations.

* Self-motivated, strong work ethic and a passion for being hands-on in their work.

* Strong organizational skills and the ability to successfully prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.

****EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE****

* Bachelor's degree, preferably in Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering or Business

* Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and within the future

* Prefer 1-3 years' experience within production, procurement, or engineering with a manufacturing environment.

* Prefer APICS CPIM certification

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