If you are interested in one of these positions, or know someone who might be, email bjones@iqstaffingllc.com or call 281-815-3108.

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ID# Title Type Location Will pay Salary Info. Type of Company Relo? Degree Req. Years Exp. Req.

955

Sr. Demand Planner

Direct Hire

NJ

Yes

90-110K

Consumer Prod. Manuf.

4 yr.

1638

Sr. Strategic Buyer

Direct Hire

KS

Yes

up to 90K Food and Beverage

4 yr.

5+

6504

Planning, Forecasting and Direct Hire Replinishment Analyst

AR

Yes

90K

Consumer Prod. Manuf.

4 yr.

3+

ID#

Title

Type

Location

Will pay Salary Info. Type of Company Relo?

Degree Req.

Years Exp. Req.

43068

Production Inventory Control Planner

Direct Hire

MO

No

50K

Semiconductor

2 yr.

2+

43072

Category Manager

Direct Hire

TN

Yes

95K

Consumer Products

4 yr.

5+

233008

VP of Operations

Direct Hire

OH

Yes

up to 130K

Pumps

4 yr.

10-15

ID#

Title

Type

Location

Will pay Salary Info. Type of Company Relo?

Degree Req.

Years Exp. Req.

369366

Sr. Corporate Planner

Direct Hire

OH

Yes

up to 70K

Retail Chain

n/a

n/a

612520

Buyer

Direct Hire

SC

Yes

70K

Capital Equipment

4 yr.

3+

ID#

Title

Type

Location

Will pay Salary Info. Type of Company Relo?

Degree Req.

Years Exp. Req.

629256

Purchasing Manager

Direct Hire

NY

Yes

80K

Metals

4 yr.

5+

636650

Senior Buyer

Direct Hire rural NY

Yes

75K

Manufacturing

4 yr

5+

ID#

Title

Type

Location

Will pay Salary Info. Type of Company Relo?

Degree Req.

Years Exp. Req.

639168

Global Sourcing Manager, Packaging

Direct Hire

NJ

No

110K

Bioscience

4 yr

644019

Purchasing Manager/Sr. Buyer

Direct Hire

NC

Yes

70-75K

PE and PVC Decking

Any

ID#

Title

Type

Location

Will pay Salary Info. Type of Company Relo?

Degree Req.

Years Exp. Req.

645144

Buyer - Aerospace

Direct Hire

NC

Yes

50-70K

Aerospace

4 yr.

647013

Strategic Sourcing Manager

Direct Hire

PA

Yes

up to 130K

Professional Services

4 yr

ID#

Title

Type

Location

Will pay Salary Info. Type of Company Relo?

Degree Req.

Years Exp. Req.

647044

Commodity Procurement Direct Hire Director

IA

Yes

up to 140K

Food Products

4 yr.

10

ID#

Title

Type

Location

Will pay Salary Info. Type of Company Relo?

Degree Req.

Years Exp. Req.

647543

North American Supply Chain Manager

Direct Hire

NJ

No

up to 110K

Bioscience

4 yr.

10

ID#

Title

Type

Location

Will pay Salary Info. Type of Company Relo?

Degree Req.

Years Exp. Req.

649951

Strategic Buyer

Direct Hire

GA

Yes

65K

Food and Beverage

4 yr.

3+

650380

Production Control Assistant Manager

Direct Hire

TN

No

65K

Automotive Supplier

n/a

7+

ID#

Title

Type

Location

Will pay Salary Info. Type of Company Relo?

Degree Req.

Years Exp. Req.

651507

Procurement Manager

Direct Hire

NJ

Yes

120K

Fine Chemicals

4 yr.

7+

651511

Sr. Buyer, SAP

Direct Hire

TN

Yes

70K

Food/Beverage

4 yr.

8+

Week of August 10-15, 2009

sitions, or know someone who might be, email bjones@iqstaffingllc.com or call 281-815-3108. Please be sure to indicate the ID# of the job. Current Openings
Description
Will be responsible for overall demand planning and S & OP business. Statistical modeling, forecasting, & product segment evaluation evaluation will be utilized to improve planning efforts company-wide. BS Degree in Finance, Logistics or related is required, Masters degree preferred. Five + years in supply chain management in food/beverage or consumer packaged goods industries. Strong background in demand planning within a Sales & Operational planning environment necessary, JD Edwards experience is preferred

Responsible for the acquisition and contracting of articles within the fats and oils category across North America. Responsible for implementing sourcing strategies through team facilitation with technical groups, plant personnel, and suppliers. Accountable for cost improvement projects which meet the departmental goals. * Understand and collect category needs (from category packaging development, brand development and supply chain). * Manage articlessuppliers portfolio within respective categories and collect supply market intelligence and analysis. * Implement the sourcing strategy resulting in savings projects. Responsible for strategy and savings reporting. * Implements and supports the company's procurement negotiation plans for entering into strategic procurement relationships with selected suppliers. Assess and establishes appropriate contractual approaches towards suppliers. * Systematic (re-)engagement of current and potential suppliers with the aim to reduce the number of suppliers. * Enhances buying staff accomplishments and competence by planning delivery of solutions; answering technical and procedural questions for less experienced team members; teaching improved processes; mentoring team members. * Visits suppliers' facilities as needed and assists in the resolution of production, design, quality, and/or delivery problems. * BS degree is required * Minimum of 5 years of working experience * Commodity oil buying experience. * Knowledge on legal issues contracting, articlessuppliers portfolio within respective category markets. * Superior computer skills (Excel, Access,/relational database, PowerPoint). * Entrepreneurial drive, lateral thinking and exploiting supplier capabilities. * Sets high standards for goals, processes and results; and strives for continuous improvement. * Focuses on achieving goals and results; willing to persist. * Maintains and promotes social, ethical and organizational standards in conducting business activities.

Responsible for performing in-depth analysis for product category that helps create business solutions to improve supply chain performance. Responsible for reporting and tracking trends that impact in-stocks, inventory, revenue and cost. BS Finance, Mathematics, Supply Chain or related, with 3+ years retail and/or FMCG experience. Collaborative planning, forecasting and replenishment (CPFR) experience preferred, with knowledge of ERP, MRP, DRP or other replenishment systems.

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NO RELO; Assist the Production Coordinator in optimizing the flow of product through the plant; * Assuring 100% on time delivery of all products; * Supporting personnel to insure work-in-progress reporting is 100% accurate * Supporting the Production Coordinator in all computer transactions for MAX, SPC, WIPTrack, etc; * Assisting in establishing and implementing Bills of Material and usage factors; * Supporting the PC and production supervisors in month and year end inventories * Supporting engineering personnel in dealing with yields, scrap, new products, travelers and other related items. * Associates degree; Preferred: Bachelors degree in production planning, inventory control and/or manufacturing; * 2+ years experience working with order entry, product flow, customer base, etc.; * Experience in electronics, semiconductor, hand held devices industry; * Familiar with MAX, SPC, WIPTrack; * Proficient in Word, Access, Excel; * Strong work ethic with attention to detail

* Support to the lead in reducing costs, managing risks, building high performance supply base and preparing holistic and actionable strategies; * Category includes but is not limited to IT hardware and software (licensing, maintenance fees etc), Telecom Services, Office Supplies, Fleet Management, Travel, Consulting and Legal services etc. Requirements * BA/BS required; Masters degree in Engineering, Statistics preferred; * 5+ years experience negotiating with suppliers; * Ability to independently research and analyze data, market reports; * Ability to capture internal requirements solving business problems; * Independent decision-maker; * High level of communication and interpersonal skills with all levels of personnel; * Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint proficiency.

The VP of Operations will be the senior Operations executive responsible for directing all operating functions leading to the most advantageous allocation of resources supporting the company's strategic and annual growth plans. In this role, the VP of Ope will oversee the Purchasing, Manufacturing, Materials, Quality and Distribution functions. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 10-15 years operations experience, obtained in a manufacturing industry. He/She will have a demostrated and successful background and possess managerial experience. Must have solid record of career advancement. Must have solid supply chain experience. Prefer someone with extensive China experience.

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Will have responsibility for a portion of a $57-74,000,000 Total Merchandise Sales with AP and will be expected to maximize gross margin dollars.Translate verbal strategies into numerically quantifiable plans for each merchandising category. Assist in the development of strategy. Develop the financial merchandise plan, ensuring it ties to strategy and financial goals. Manage the merchandise inventory investment process via Open to Buy. Manage the day-to-day process of implementing the plan.Determine how and when to invest inventory, thereby creating purchase requirements. Input purchase orders. Manage the shipment, tracking and timely receipt of purchase orders. Identify and resolve any logistic issues with distribution center or freight forwarder. Act as liaison between vendor and freight forwarder. Trouble-shoot and solve problems. Ensure the proper quantities of merchandise are in each location (stores, internet, catalog, etc) at the right time for assigned area of responsibilities. Distribute assortment categories at sku level based on sales, forecasts and inventory levels at each location. Optimize margins & inventory by location by maintaining replenishment system parameters and evaluating stock and sales levels. Ensure assortments are completed within specified timeframes to effectively allocate appropriate merchandise to each store, based on its targeted assortment, Provide performance data by assortment bucket. Drive recommendations/strategies that affect future assortments to achieve sales plan. Promo analysis & planning to ensure product will be on time for the promotion and quantities can be supported. Work closely with merchants/Fulfillment Center to ensure smooth flow of product to support sales. Requirements Planner with experience out of distribution/logistics preferably retail corporate headquarters. Also experience with financial planning/forecasting of products and planning/allocating for the stores.

Responsible for all procurement activities for assigned products or components. Developing programs with existing and new sources, optimizing competitive pricing, on time delivery and superior quality, while ensuring supply chain support. Supporting category team activities for new product introductions, cost reduction initiatives and product exit plans. This should be managed through proactive teamwork, timeline project management, plus analytical evaluation of capacities and quotations. Member of Strategic Purchasing Team that offers high visibility, clear, measurable goals and an opportunity to significantly impact operational readiness and profitability. This dynamic position involves selecting, managing and developing key raw material component suppliers, as well as driving strategic operational improvements and efficiency gains in logistics and material supply chains. In addition, this position includes extensive involvement with Strategic Business Unit Leaders to successfully launch new innovative products. Success will be measured via the value added supplier relationships developed enabling department to lower costs, improve quality, minimize inventory and improve fill rate. Be exposed to many business disciplines including Finance, Operations, Quality, Manufacturing and Engineering. Occasional opportunities exist for both domestic and international travel. BS Degree as well as a strong 2+ year background in business negotiations, Supply Chain Management and material logistics.

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Plans and directs a purchasing program in conjunction with Corporate strategic direction. Reports to Plant Manager Recommends purchasing objectives and ensures understanding of approved objectives by subordinates. Develops additional or alternative sources of supply for important materials, including foreign suppliers. Implements facility sourcing strategy and coordinates make/buy analysis of current and future materials and services. Secures sources of supply for new or improved materials and maintains a vendor list. Maintains vendor rating systems. Keeps informed of all new developments relative to materials and supplies and makes recommendation designed to reduce costs and improve methods. Purchases items in area of expertise and/or more difficult purchases. Maintains purchasing records as are needed by purchasing and other departments. Approves all purchases. Handles negotiations with suppliers on conflicts or questions on prices, deliveries and specifications. Develops and institutes back charge procedure for out of specification materials. Approves bills for payment. Furnishes purchases analyses and cost data for use in scheduling, planning, budgeting, and other functional activities. Develops and negotiates contracts and assists legal department in interpretation of contracts, terms, and conditions. Negotiates major supply purchase order terms to align with project payment terms. Responsible for all department personnel issues. Complete fiscal responsibility for department. Develops and institutes bonus/penalty clauses for major purchases. Follows all plant safety rules and regulations. Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; and five years experience in purchasing management or ten years purchasing and purchasing management. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and customers. Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Proficient in Microsoft Products and SAP. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

B.A. or B.S. in related field and 5-7 years experience in purchasing raw materials and fabricated parts. CPM or CPIM and Lean manufacturing experience desired but not mandatory. Sourcing experience a plus. Certification in purchasing or materials desired. Must have Experience in SAP Systems and Strong negotiating skills. Exceptional communication skills, strong project management/team leadership skills. Excel ,Word and MS Project. Experience with buying per Military specs important Must have Experience in SAP Systems and Strong negotiating skills.Exceptional communication skills, strong project management/team leadership skills. Excel, Word and MS Project. Experience with buying per Military specs important. Report to Purchasing Manager Develop and implement supply management strategies to provide uninterrupted flow of high quality materials at the lowest total cost while optimizing service and inventory levels. Perform competitive bids, market analysis, detailed cost/bid comparison analysis and supplier evaluations, utilizing metrics. Support new product development process by working closely with engineering, quality, and manufacturing to develop prototypes and BOMs. Analyze, maintain and execute materials requirement plant MRP. Manage materials requirement changes resulting in Design Change Requests (DCR). Develop and negotiate strategic long-term agreements offering year-over-year cost reduction, inventory management programs, and yearly productivity improvement. Develop and implement strategic cost reduction roadmap.

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Will locate, analyze, develop and maintain a consolidated supplier base to meet current and future needs for all packaging materials purchased globally. Will work closely with the Packaging Engineering department, coordinate cost reduction efforts for all packaging materials. Will develop and maintain a packaging supply base in low cost regions. Will develop supply strategies, practices, processes and metrics that will drive cost reduction and supply base optimization year over year, focusing on the development of agreements with key suppliers for all Chemical sites globally. Will align the sourcing strategies with the product management efforts. Will work with the European and Asian Chemical sites to leverage materials and supply opportunities. Will manage and facilitate all facets of the procurement activities including vendor evaluations, site audits and continuous improvement processes for all packaging suppliers. Will understand and monitor key spending trends, cost drivers, market factors, geographic considerations, and strategic importance of critical commodities in order to implement appropriate sourcing strategies. Will develop metrics, including external benchmarks, to monitor performance and allow for data driven decision making. Ensure that metrics, including benchmark data, and performance measurements are directly tied in and support the corporate objectives and performance indicators. Will partner and collaborate with other functions and Thermo Fisher divisions where appropriate to support strategic goals for sourcing materials, equipment, and/or services. Will ensure ethical principals and standards of purchasing practices. Will ensure department and purchasing practices comply with all applicable safely, regulatory and quality system requirements. Will drive continuous improvement in all aspects of the procurement process by means of appropriate tools such as Lean Manufacturing and Practical Process Improvement. Will implement business unit processes around supplier contracts, supplier qualification, and engineering change/approval. Will stay abreast of Best Practice, current / future policies and procedures, regulatory / trade requirements, and market dynamics appropriate to function. Candidate must be willing to travel 25% of the time. NO SURPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES. KEY METRICS: * Working Capital * Product quality conformance * Sourcing Savings/Sourcing Scorecard * On-Time Delivery performance * Inventory Turns * Continuous improvement team cost reduction savings * P&L factors: Labor costs, Materials cost, Manufacturing Overhead and Gross Margin.

Come on the job start getting things done, making an impact immediately! Be able to deal with suppliers amicably and effectively! A professional Purchasing Manager-well organized, a self-starter with recent experience buying PE and PVC on the spot market, that is - not setting up contracts, but buying it on the market. Buying in large quantites.

Description
The Buyer will analyze purchases to ensure we are achieving lowest total delivered cost, taking into consideration items such as on-time delivery, quality (PPM defects) and amount paid. The Buyer will coordinate and lead procurement activities for critical manufacturing products with high value to manufacturing. The Buyer will develop sourcing strategies and maintain strong relationships with supply partners, while holding them accountable for performance. The Buyer will request quotes and proposals from potential suppliers, analyze cost, negotiate and employ contracts, and work with other team members. The buyer will monitor and evaluate existing suppliers and compare to other potential sources to ensure that the lowest total cost is consistently achieved The buyer will ensure that all suppliers deliver Track and confirm delivery of all parts to customer, by maintaining "timely" control of orders, amendments, shipping notices, and other required documents. Initiates necessary actions to assure best value is received, customer delivery requirements are met, and address any manufacturing problems at supplier facility. Participate in developing strategies to achieve quality, cost and delivery availability objectives for the company. Complete projects on time and within budget and or set targets. Bachelors degree in Engineering, Business, or other related field. Five years of procurement experience in a manufacturing setting. Two years of experience in the Aerospace/Aircraft Market. Experience with lean and or Six-Sigma manufacturing concepts. Sound negotiating skills and the ability to create/review contracts. Experience cost reduction and development of strategic sourcing strategies. Experience setting cost, delivery and quality expectations of supply base, and holding them accountable to achieve set standards. Technical or mechanical skills such that you understand the functional purpose of products purchased as used in manufacturing. Strong project management skills with the ability to develop strategic plans, coordinate projects and communicate changes and progress. Strong problem solving skills.

Job Duties - PERSON WILL BE A SOURCING PROCESS LEAD AND SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT IN THE AREA OF PACKAGING. WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR LEADING THE DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF EFFECTIVE SOURCING/PROCUREMENT STRATEGIES - WITH A FOCUS ON COST, QUALITY, SUPPLY ASSURANCE, AND GLOBAL IMPLICATIONS AND RISK MITIGATION. - TARGET COMPANIES INCLUDE: LEADING CONSULTING FIRMS, CAMPBELL'S, WYETH, MERCK, SCHERING PLOUGH, PFIZER, NABISCO, COCA-COLA, MARS, COLGATE -- BASICALLY LEADING-EDGE BEST PRACTICES CONSUMER PRODUCTS/PHARMA/CONSULTING FIRMS. Requirements - MUST HAVE PROCUREMENT EXPERIENCE WITH PACKAGING (IE:LABELS, CORRUGATED, PLASTICS, METALS, GLASS, FILMS, FOILS, ETC.) - MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE WITH A FORMAL SOURCING METHODOLOGY (IE: AT KEARNEY, IBM, ACCENTURE, MCKINSEY, FREE MARKETS/ARRIBA) - MUST BE ABLE TO HELP DESIGN, DEVELOP, AND IMPLEMENT AN EFFECTIVE SOURCING STRATEGY WITH A TOTAL COST OF OWNERSHIP APPROACH (TCO) - MUST HAVE STRONG EXCEL AND POWERPOINT - STRONG TEAM LEADERSHIP, INTERPERSONAL AND COMMUNICATION SKILLS

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Job Duties Responsibility of managing the Supply Side division of this privately held company. Will lead/manage crossfunctional teams involving representations from Operations, Finance, Supply Chain and Sales, including the Net Corn Strategy and Energy Strategy teams. The incumbent will work closely with external constituencies, including brokers, traders, consultants, utility companies and commodity exchanges to manage and execute company strategies and program. Execute purchases and derivative hedges to support strategies. Develop, communicate and gain approval for justifiable commodity budgets. Interact with division leads to ensure that financial, quality and service goals are met. Manage and facilitate interaction with appropriate suppliers. Monitor and report on appropriate financial, quality and service measures. Requirements Looking for candidates who have experience in the following order: Corn (#1), Energy, Procurement, Risk. At least 5 years with same employer. ***Candidate must show CORN experience on their resume. Must have a minimum 10 years experience in Agriculture and Energy related procurement including Corn procurement experience, Hedging experience, and high level management experience. Direct experience in developing/executing grain procurement and hedging. strategies. Experience in developing/executing energy procurement and hedging strategies. Experience with SAP. Knowledgeable in capital purchasing, chemical purchasing, and supplier contracts. Position reports to President/CEO. Four direct and 24 indirect reports. Bachelor degree in Business, Economics, Statistics or Math with MBA a plus.

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The Supply Chain Manager will be responsible for determining production needs, managing material flows/inventory, and meeting customer service standards in the North American operations. In addition the incumbent shall be responsible for the day-to-day execution of the necessary activities to meet World Class safety and service goals under Lean principles. Anticipate minimum of 20% travel. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND ACCOUNTABILITIES: * Manage the day- to-day operations of Materials Management to promote efficiency and effective plant operations. * Manage customer communication and supply chain processes to ensure optimal customer service standards are met. * Determines production needs and manages material flows and inventory in the plant. Specifically, reviews customer releases to determine production needs, ensure materials are ordered to meet production requirements under lean principles, ensure Material Planners are utilizing customer forecasts for planning purposes, and reviews production schedules to meet changes in material supply requirements, * Directs movement of materials through the facilities under lean principles. Specifically, working with the team to coordinate acquisition of material, receipt and storage of materials and movement of raw materials through plant. * Responsible for warehouse operations including shipping, receiving, warehouse stocking, line stocking and 5s activities ensuring all materials are properly stored and inventory levels are properly maintained and inventory is accurate. * Determines production needs and manages material flows and inventory in the plant. Specifically, identifying shipping needs; researches, collects and negotiates agreements with shipping providers. Arranges for shipping companies to pick up goods as needed. * Develop and implement overall logistics plan, in a manner that promotes low cost, high inventory turns and a safe, efficient material flow within the facilities. * Learn, teach and lead by example utilizing continuous improvement techniques of the Toyota Production System or similar. Maintains and develops key metrics to drive continuous improvement. * Supervise materials personnel and perform annual performance evaluations and career development activities. * Develop and manage departmental budget. * Identify best practices both within and outside of the organization that can be used to accelerate the development in quality and innovation with respect to packaging. * Must maintain high ethical standards to support a professional business code of conduct.

Description
Responsible for the acquisition and contracting of articles within the fats & oils / emulsifier categories across North America. Responsible for implementing sourcing strategies through team facilitation with technical groups, plant personnel, and suppliers. Accountable for cost improvement projects which meet the departmental goals. * Understand and collect category needs (from category packaging development, brand development and supply chain). * Manage articles-suppliers portfolio within respective categories and collect supply market intelligence and analysis. * Implement the sourcing strategy resulting in savings projects. Responsible for strategy and savings reporting. * Implements and supports the company's procurement negotiation plans for entering into strategic procurement relationships with selected suppliers. Assess and establishes appropriate contractual approaches towards suppliers. * Systematic (re)engagement of current and potential suppliers with the aim to reduce the number of suppliers. * Enhances buying staff accomplishments and competence by planning delivery of solutions; answering technical and procedural questions for less experienced team members; teaching improved processes; mentoring team members. * Visits suppliers' facilities as needed and assists in the resolution of production, design, quality, and/or delivery problems. BS Degree is required * Minimum of 3-5 years of working experience. * Commodity oil buying experience. * Knowledge on legal issues contracting, articles-suppliers portfolio within respective category markets. * Superior computer skills (Excel, Access,/relational database, PowerPoint). * Entrepreneurial drive, lateral thinking and exploiting supplier capabilities. * Sets high standards for goals, processes and results; and strives for continuous improvement. * Maintains and promotes social, ethical and organizational standards in conducting business activities.

Reporting to the Production Manager, this person will manage 6 in the group. They are responsible for scheduling and insuring materials for 35 to 40 work stations to include assembly, injection molding etc. They produce about 60k finished units per day. They want to use more of a pull system, about 200 SKU's produced regularly, Actually can produce a lot more, no computer scheduling or materials systems, they use Excel spread sheets a lot, they would like candidates who have conversion or materials systems implementation exp, they MAY go to Oracle. VMI (Vender Mgt Inventory) exp a big plus, or maybe consignment exp a plus. Their customers are GM, Chrysler, and Toyota. This job does have considerable contact with sales and with customers. Key performance metrics INVENTORY!!!, they only have 16 hour or 24 hour finished goods inventory, second metric is ON-TIME-DELIVERY, then LOSS in process (scrap). Candidate should have some BOM understanding (Bill of Material). Procurement exp a BIG plus, tracking, expediting, not actually buying, but calling for shipments , delivery, managing in house inventory At least 7 years in fast paced automotive tier one operation, degree nice but not an absolute must. Knowledgable in TPS...not just exposure

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will be responsible for managing raw material purchasing portfolio with a focus on cost, delivery, quality develop cost savings/avoidance strategies, understand market factors and how they affect price and supply issues - help develop and implement process improvements to the procurement function and assist in improving functional efficiencies. BS degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, technical discipline or strong technical buying experience - MBA, C.P.M., Six Sigma experience a plus but not a requirement - Experience with raw material purchasing/sourcing (commodity/specialty chemicals) - experience analyzing supply/demand/logistics issues - strong market analysis and how it affects cost structures for raw materials strong negotiation experience with understanding of market factors ; make vs. buy ; and total cost of ownership

will be responsible for $45+million in goods and services purchasing - Site Admin for P-Card; materials lead on SAP system - responsible for ensuring specifications and quality of materials - work work closely with plant personnel and outside vendors to insure supply quality, delivery, compliance etc. Degree in Supply Chain/Logistics/Business Admin. 4+ years purchasing experience supporting manufacturing (preferably consumer food/beverage or packaged goods) - will consider other industries as well - experience purchasing packaging, MRO, plant services - strong experience with SAP strongly desired - P-Card experience a plus