Title:  Procurement Specialist I

Summary:

Procures manufacturing materials and MRO (maintenance, repair and operating) items and supplies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Procures materials through manufacturers and/or their designated representatives, OEM’s, and other suppliers as necessary.
• Expedites purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery and acceptable supplier performance.
• Responsible for the negotiation of price and best overall cost position, terms, and delivery of all manufacturing and MRO sourced items.
• Assists in monitoring and tracking vendor performance through product performance, customer satisfaction surveys, and customer outreach.
• Ability to maintain acceptable inventory levels within guidelines while providing for an uninterrupted flow of materials.
• Maintains ITEM master file data for primary and secondary vendors, vendor part numbers, lead times, cost structures, unit of measure and pricing discounts/structure.
• Reviews and analyzes the MRP exception report and works to resolve open issues with the vendor and the specific internal STULZ department/area affected.
• Plans material requirements based upon analysis of MRP recommendations, as well as closely coordinates with Planning, Sales, Engineering, Production, Maintenance and Marketing departments to ensure forecasting accuracy, alignment and fit.
• Manage non-conformance materials (contacting vendor, processing RMAs, receiving credits or replacements.
• Works collaboratively with department team members in the development and formation of strategic sourcing agreements.
• Communicates material exceptions promptly to avoid operational interruptions.
• Maintains active working relationship with established vendors

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience:

• BS or BA degree in related field preferred.
• 2 - 4 years Procurement experience.
• High level of commitment to customer service and teamwork.
• SAP experience preferred; MRP experience a must.
• Experience in all aspects of purchasing in an Industrial/Manufacturing environment.
• Must have a comprehensive understanding of the STULZ business model and understand the role and impact of procurement in that model.
• Must have sourcing, negotiation, expediting, interpersonal, cost analysis and problem resolution skills.
• Analytical computer skills with Microsoft Office Products, especially Excel.
• Must be detail oriented and familiar with engineering specifications and drawings/prints.

Language Skills:

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. 
• Ability to read and write in English. 
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with fellow employees and vendors.

Salary Range: $50,000 - $60,000