Analyzes quotations and recommends suppliers with whom orders should be placed. • Schedules deliveries, prepares orders, expedites orders when needed, and ensures timely delivery; follows-up to ensure all assigned internal customers are receiving orders on a timely basis and materials are consistent with order. • Translates technical guidance and data into usable information applicable to the assignment. • Participates in varied assignments requiring evaluation, judgment and accountability. • Obtains certifications of delivery; verifies quality, quantity, specifications and price against order. • Develops and maintains necessary files & records. • Plans, conducts, supervises complex assignments; assures all assigned projects adhere to accepted professional standards. • Makes recommendations about changes or additions to policies. • Acts as liaison with other departments and locations. Establishes and maintains effective work relationships within the department, the Corporation and the community. • Familiarizes employees and other departments with established policies and procedures. • Makes recommendations about changes or additions to policies. • Performs individual assignments as supervisors and superiors may direct. • Ensures adequate and continuous controls are exercised over all assigned activities affecting quality; takes corrective action immediately upon discovery of a discrepancy. • Maintains the professional competence, knowledge and skill necessary for the satisfactory performance of all assigned responsibilities.
Highly developed negotiation skills, excellent communication skills, knowledge of supply chain activities including inventory, logistics and manufacturing process.