Materials Materials Administrator

Flex-N-Gate; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible spending account

401(k) match

Job summary

Flex-N-Gate is seeking a Materials Administrator in Grand Rapids to support the inbound flow of raw materials, purchased components, packaging, sub-suppliers and outside services for manufacturing and shipping needs.

In this role you will verify data entry, maintain supplier certifications and MSDS on file, train receivers on CMS usage and update supplier ratings, while ensuring timely deliveries and compliance with quality standards. A detail-oriented, team-focused candidate will thrive.

Qualifications

• Experience in automotive purchasing or supply chain settings is required.
• 1–3 years in the automotive industry.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent English communication, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency with databases and Microsoft Office.
• Detail oriented with ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist with on time delivery of parts and outside processed parts.
• Interface with suppliers by phone, email, and fax.
• Verify receipt data entry from receivers.
• Train receivers to use CMS and related databases.
• Obtain and ensure MSDS on file at all times.
• Obtain and ensure valid supplier certifications on file.
• File all documentation and update supplier ratings.

Skills

Customer focus

Communication

Energy under pressure

Teamwork

Problem solving

Dependability

Ethics & integrity

Analytical

Education

Purchasing diploma

PMAC participation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in “Automotive News.” A growing and vital company, Flex-N-Gate provides a great opportunity for hard-working and skilled individuals.

Summary

The Materials Administrator will help with all incoming Raw materials, Purchased components, Packaging, Sub-suppliers and Outside Services to support Manufacturing and Shipping requirements in accordance with stated policies, procedures and departmental goals. This position participates fully in department initiatives.

Core Competencies

• Customer Focus
• Communication
• Energy and Stress
• Team Work
• Problem Solving
• Accountability and Dependability
• Ethics and Integrity
• Analytical

Job Duties

• Assist with on time delivery of buy parts and outside processed parts
• Supplier interface-telephone, email, fax etc.
• Verify receipt data entry from Receivers
• Training of Receivers on receiving into CMS and other databases, as required
• Obtain and ensure current MSDS for items purchased are on file at all times
• Obtain and ensure valid supplier certifications are on file at all times (ISO/TS/Enviro.14001)
• File all documentation
• Update Supplier ratings, supplier manual rate and delivery
• Special duties as required

Requirements

• Community college diploma in purchasing or enrollment in/completion of PMAC; and/or
• Minimum 1 to 3 years in the automotive industry
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Excellent English communication skills (verbal and written)
• Positive attitude
• Proficiency with database applications and administration systems, specifically Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work effectively alone and prioritize.
• Must be a highly motivated, service and team-oriented individual with an attention to detail.
• Enthusiasm for challenge and new initiatives are prerequisites.
• Detail oriented
• Good computer skills

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance; and a flexible spending account
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation time

What do our employees have to say?

“It engages you professionally, and provides learning opportunities.”

“Lots of growth opportunity.”

“The company’s young enough to be exciting, but old enough to be stable.”

Not just a job—a great place to work!

Flex-N-Gate is an equal opportunity employer. EEO/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.