Purchasing / Materials Manager

Northeast Ohio Engineered Actuation Products manufacturer has an immediate opening for a Purchasing / Materials Manager. This position is responsible for developing and executing the materials strategy and purchasing activity to support growth of the business. This is a hands-on, individual contributor role in a fast-paced environment.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

· Determine the materials planning strategy and develop and execute implementation plans.

· Implement and follow effective inventory management processes to optimize inventory levels while maintaining customer service expectations.

· Prepare specifications research and select suppliers, request bids and issue purchase orders based on planning requirements and/or purchase requisitions. Ensure thorough and accurate information is flowed down to suppliers. Actively monitor supplier deliveries and take corrective action as necessary.

· Work closely with Operations, Sales and Engineering to coordinate supplier requirements ensuring a timely flow of materials to meet production schedules and customer delivery date commitments.

· Develop and evaluate suppliers including global sources vs. established goals for OTD, quality and competitiveness and implement changes as needed. Manage the AVL through close collaboration with management.

· Respond to customer inquiries, RFQs and delivery updates, information, expedites and problem solving, while interfacing with internal resources to ensure customer’s expectations are met.

· Identify and drive cost reduction efforts through material and OSP cost reductions and negotiations.

· Utilize the E2 Business System to manage supplier bid information including pricing, payment terms and delivery information. Maintain accurate purchasing records.

· Maintain strong supplier relations and proactive communications.

· Follow procedures and comply with the ISO-9000/AS9100 Quality System and internal financial controls.

· Create work instructions and process flows.

· Other duties and backup to other staff members as required.

Essential Skills:

· Excellent problem-solving skills including root-cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions.

· Operates very well in a hands-on, fast-paced working environment that requires both strategic perspective and dedication to operational execution with a high sense of urgency.

· Responsible, disciplined, and accountable, makes and meets commitments, leads by example.

· Strong communications and interpersonal skills.

· Operates with high integrity and a strong respect for others.

· Actively engages with the team to support customer requirements and business goals.

· Ability to multi-task and manage multiple priorities effectively.

· High degree of accuracy, attention to detail, mathematical and organizational skills.

· Implements and utilizes technology to improve accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications

· BA or BS Degree ideally with a concentration in supply-chain or materials management.

· 7+ years purchasing experience in Aerospace/Defense and/or Engineered Products types of businesses.

· Extensive experience and knowledge of the supply-chain for metals, machining, electronics, electro- mechanical components and related processes including global sources.

· Strong proficiency with MRP and other materials planning strategies with specific examples of success.

· Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office Tools, Shop Tech E2 business system experience is a great plus.

· Deep working knowledge of inventory systems.

· Demonstrated record of success with managing suppliers, cost reductions and quality improvements.

· Strong professional references.

Performance Metrics and Expectations:

· On-Time delivery for suppliers and customers

· Cost reductions and lower materials/OSP costs

· Inventory management and inventory turns.

· Reduced lead-times

· Quality Levels; supplier NCRs

Compensation and benefits package which includes:

· Health Insurance

· Dental Insurance

· Life Insurance

· Short- Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance

· Vision Insurance

· 401(k) with company contribution

· Vacation and Sick time.

· Flexible schedule