Job Description
• Achieve the lowest possible cost for material, balanced against optimum quality and schedule needs.
• Solicit and evaluate proposals employing appropriate negotiation, cost and price analysis techniques to achieve the lowest possible cost for material, balanced against optimum quality and schedule needs.
• Evaluate current and anticipated requirements using ERP/MRP action plans and reports.
• Implement purchase contracts with sound purchasing practices and ensure compliance with the acquisition of material or service that meet applicable company and government regulations.
• Support new product introduction/development to ensure Sourcing provides the best possible solution.
• Work closely with Program Management, Operations, Engineering and Quality staff to ensure production schedules are met to achieve customer on-time deliveries.
• Manage all Purchase Order (PO) activities such as: PO creation, PO changes, Vendor Return Material Authorizations (...