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Lighthouse For The Blind; Missouri; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lighthouse for the Blind in Missouri is seeking a procurement professional to lead strategic sourcing of raw materials and supplies in our manufacturing environment. You will work closely with production planning, finance and logistics to ensure on-time deliveries and resolve supplier variances.

The role requires 2 years in procurement within manufacturing, strong negotiation and ERP skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree or certification preferred in business, supply chain, or related field.
• 2 years of procurement/purchasing experience in manufacturing required; 2-5 years preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word and ERP software.

Responsibilities

• Strategic sourcing and purchasing of raw materials and stock items.
• Collaborate with production planning, finance and logistics to meet deadlines.
• Support vendor negotiations and contract reviews.
• Develop relationships with approved vendors.
• Generate purchase orders and monitor supplier pricing.
• Analyze lead times and MOQs for cost efficiencies.
• Participate in supplier scorecard evaluations and corrective actions.
• Occasional travel between two locations as needed.

Skills

Procurement

Negotiation

Vendor management

Cross-functional collaboration

Excel

ERP systems

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree or certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Business Central / ERP

Job description

JOB OVERVIEWResponsible for direct sourcing and procurement of raw materials, components, supplies and services within a manufacturing environment. While working closely with internal departments including production planning, finance and logistics to ensure product sourcing, on-time deliveries and resolution of variances and supplier issues.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESStrategic sourcing, purchasing and maintaining of raw materials and stock itemsOverseeing special projects including government contracts as assignedCollaborate with internal departments including production, finance and logistics to ensure on-time delivery and project deadlinesSupport the development of long-term relationships with company approved vendorsParticipate in supplier negotiations and contract reviewAnalyze supplier lead times, minimum order quantities and make recommendations for cost efficienciesGenerate purchasing orders and update supplier pricingParticipate in supplier scorecard evaluations, feedback and corrective action conversationsOther duties as assignedPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; sit; use; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; bend, push or pull.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to operate a computer, keyboard, telephone, headset, and other office equipmentLifting up to and between 10-35 lbsSKILLS & QUALIFICATIONSHigh School diploma or GED required, Bachelor’s Degree or Certification preferred, preferably in business, supply chain management, or related field2 years relative experience in procurement/purchasing within a manufacturing environment required, 2-5 years preferredStrong organizational skills and attention to detailProficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and ERP software (Microsoft Dynamics 365, specifically Business Central a plus)Strong ability to communicate and negotiate with vendors and across departmentsAbility to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environmentWillingness to learn and grow within the purchasing functionFamiliarity with inventory management systemsAnalytical mindset and problem-solving abilitySUPERVISOR REQUIREMENTSNoneWORK ENVIRONMENTOffice and chemical, liquid and aerosol manufacturing environmentTravel between two locations infrequently but maybe necessaryThis job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.All activities, demands, conditions and requirements are linked to essential job functions.The employment policy of Lighthouse for the Blind (LHB Industries) is to provide equal opportunity to all persons. Our company, therefore, has made a commitment to equal employment opportunity through a positive and continuing affirmative action program. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, military and/or veteran status, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes.