Full job description

Key position responsibilities (The duties that must be performed on a regular basis to accomplish the result.):

Key expected position results / outcomes:

Ensure purchasing practices are undertaken in accordance with specified Quality Standards and Howmet requirements.

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• Ensure purchasing procedures, work instructions and processes meet Howmet’s requirements and conform to AS9100, IATF16949, IS09001, ISO14001 and Howmet procedures under ASAT, FBP, EHS and IMEX.
• Audit and update procedures and processes as required to ensure ongoing conformance.

Undertake supplier management activities to ensure products and services are received by HFS on time, within budget and to agreed quality standards.

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• Monitor suppliers (domestic and international) and assist with the site’s inventory control activities to ensure that accurate quantities of stock are purchased at the correct price and delivered within specific timeframes.
• Inventory levels maintained at a minimum level, through effective utilisation of just in time delivery arrangements with suppliers.
• Meet the site’s days on hand (DOH) inventory value and on time delivery targets (OTD).
• Provide the Finance Department with inventory forecasts as required
• Manage excess stock in accordance with Howmet policies.
• Communicate any delays to lead times to relevant Department(s) and identify alternative solutions where necessary.

Source, engage and approve raw material, finished goods and component suppliers in accordance with approved specifications.

• Select reliable sources of supply, engaging complimentary suppliers and working with key suppliers to improve value delivered to the organisation.
• Ensure suppliers are engaged in accordance with HFS purchasing protocol and agreements.

Ensure all intermediate and finished products are tested in accordance with internal standards and specifications.

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• Ensure wire samples are tested in accordance with site procedures
• Notify the Quality Department and Supplier in the event of a non-conformance result and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
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