Plant Purchasing Specialist

Are you interested in working for a company that fosters growth opportunities, community involvement and a team oriented atmosphere? ClarkDietrich fosters a work-life balance and offers competitive compensation and benefits. Join a team that is STRONGER THAN STEEL, by applying to become a Plant Purchasing Specialist at our Vienna, OH location.

SUMMARY

Responsible for the administration of purchasing and receiving goods and services at the Vienna, OH location.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for sourcing, negotiating and procurement of production supplies for the Vienna location
• Makes purchases in a cost efficient and timely manner
• Maintain, track, and report monthly supplies inventory to Corporate Controller and Plant Manager
• Purchase and inventory administrative supplies for all plant departments and employees
• Work weekly with Corporate AP to resolve any PO discrepancies
• Issue purchase orders for capital projects as required
• Assist with set-up of new supplier accounts as required
• Reduce or minimize costs of plant parts, equipment, services, and consumable inventories by managing, analyzing, and communicating all purchasing functions
• Develop and maintain key supplier relationships
• Maintain and expedite open PO's (Expensed and Capitalized)
• Support plant purchasing coverage needs as required (vacation and absence)
• Optimize purchasing performance and efficiencies
• Analyze spending, research/plan cost reduction strategy, and communicate findings to appropriate personnel
• Support and ensure compliance with all initiatives, procedures, processes, and policies
• Other duties and projects as assigned by Plant Manager

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Technical knowledge of manufacturing environment
• Ability to interact with all levels within the organization
• Strong communication, customer service, and organizational skills
• Detail oriented
• Ability to work in a team environment and independently
• Excellent Microsoft Office Skills
• Strong interest in continuous improvement
• Strong work ethic
• Ability to analyze complex issues

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment preferred

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Office/Production Floor