CoWorx Staffing Services has an exciting new opportunity for a Purchasing Supervisor in Chelmsford MA. This is a direct hire, full time position working with a tight knit team. Candidate must have experience purchasing electronic components.
Summary of Duties:
Responsible for development, implementation and monitoring of programs and activities for the procurement of materials, parts, components and equipment.
Specific Duties:
Develops, recommends, and executes the strategic supply chain procurement plans to support the company's production plan.
Establishes continuous on time in ships between vendors and production operations.
Monthly and quarterly report of performance of department.
Maintains in ships for master production schedule without creating materials liability.
Creates and maintains purchasing schedules. Ensures department meets company's "just-in-time" goals and deadlines.
Selects, qualifies and maintains approved supplier base. Develops criteria and standards to determine vendor approval and certification. Monitors, assesses and reports supplier quality and delivery performance.
Works with external vendors and department heads to resolve issues affecting production cycle, quality standards.
Evaluates, determines, implements measures for reducing costs while maintaining quality of products and services. Optimizes PPV.
Reviews and approves purchases up to an established limit. May negotiate major contracts above that limit for approval by others.
Develops policies and procedures for the operation of procurement activities.
Monitors the cost, schedule and performance aspects of major subcontracts.
Coordinates purchasing activities with engineering and manufacturing departments to maintain inventories at planned levels.
Participates in TQM initiatives in conducting daily tasks.
Responsible for own safety and the safety of others following company and OSHA safety guidelines.
Required:
B.S. Business or related field or equivalent experience.
Not less than five years purchasing experience in electronics manufacturing.
Knowledge of purchasing techniques and systems required and familiarity with QA specifications essential.
Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
Analytical problem solving required
Financial experience to include balance sheet knowledge.
Ability to manage ERP to include implement experience.
CoWorx is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive team. We believe that a varied workforce enhances our business outcomes and contributes to a brighter future for our internal teams, Field Talent, customers, and communities. We are committed to considering all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or veteran status, and we do not discriminate based on disability.
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