**Key Responsibilities**

**Procurement & Purchasing**

+ Create, manage, and maintain purchase orders in Oracle ERP for castings, electrical components, and other assigned commodities.
+ Analyze demand requirements, forecasts, and production schedules to ensure timely procurement of materials.
+ Execute purchasing strategies that support cost, quality, delivery, and inventory objectives.
+ Review and adjust purchase orders based on changing business requirements and customer demand.

**Supplier Management**

+ Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure reliable material supply.
+ Monitor supplier performance related to quality, delivery, responsiveness, and cost competitiveness.
+ Lead supplier communications regarding order status, delivery commitments, and capacity constraints.
+ Support supplier development initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.

**Purchase Order Expediting**

+ Proac...