Sr. Purchasing Agent at Dynabrade Inc

Harris Hill, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Procurement, MRP, ERP, Vendor Management, Cost Reduction, Supply Chain Management, RFQ, Expediting, Global Sourcing, Inventory Management, SAGE, Purchase Order Administration

Industry

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

Description

Description Essential Duties and Responsibilities: · Place purchase orders per suggestions from SAGE (ERP/MRP) system · Resolve purchasing issues with vendors related to delivery, quality, scrap, and pricing issues · Function in a measured, professional manner with focus on resolution of departmental requirements as needed · Pursue cost savings methodology mindset · Administer purchase orders with vendors in a timely manner to ensure acceptable delivery requirements are met · Administer the procurement process with a sense of urgency, including RFQ's, order placement, confirmations, expediting and invoicing resolutions as required · Engage with Dynabrade team on all levels in a professional and collaborative manner to resolve any vendor issues and inquiries · Conduct due diligence in exploring potential new vendors in pursuit of expanded supply base competencies · Review vendor open purchase orders in a disciplined manner to ensure firm delivery and facilitate proper action as needed · Challenge vendor with inquiries for potential cost savings · Visit vendor facilities as required · Demonstrated ability to work effectively, efficiently, and collaboratively under pressure in a professional manner · Administer MRP suggestions and requirements in a timely manner · Manage assigned suppliers for acceptable achievement of purchasing metrics (on-time delivery, cost & quality) · Proactively anticipate purchasing challenges related to required delivery and take appropriate action · Support fellow purchasing department members as required Requirements · 4 yr. degree in Operations, Supply Chain or related field, or equivalent additional experience. · Experience in cost reduction initiative · Minimum of 1-3 years of successful procurement experience in manufacturing environment · 3-5 years of experience working in MRP environment · Experience in working with suppliers in a global environment · The work environment is an office setting. Incumbents will be required to sit, stand, walk, and type. The noise level is quiet.

Responsibilities

Manage the procurement process by placing purchase orders via SAGE ERP/MRP and resolving vendor issues regarding delivery, quality, and pricing. Focus on cost-saving methodologies and maintaining a robust supply base through due diligence and vendor facility visits.