Sources, purchases, plans, and schedules the movement of raw materials, packaging materials, parts, components, services, supplies, finished goods and related material through production and inventory process
Identifies raw material, component, and related requirements from engineering and production specifications and schedules
Purchases, plans, and coordinates resulting material movement throughout manufacturing and inventory sequences
In front-end procurement mode, analyzes data and determines factors that affect prices and determines lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability, and ability to meet required schedules
Reviews proposals, negotiates prices, selects or recommends suppliers, analyzes trends, follows up orders placed, approves payment, and maintains necessary records of material movement throughout manufacturing and inventory cycle(s)
Coordinates and follows up with production, warehouse, and engineering personnel to ensure appropriate procurement, scheduling, and movement of materials and services

Bachelors degree in a relevant disciple
minimum of 6 years of applicable, progressive professional and/or supervisory work experience
Master's degree and 4 years relevant experience

Procurement Manager

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