Materials Specialist

ipgjobs; Oxford (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

IPG Photonics is seeking a Materials Specialist to purchase and negotiate materials, equipment, and supplies, coordinating with Manufacturing, Engineering, Purchasing and Accounting. This role involves vendor evaluation, order follow-up, and inventory management to meet production dates.

The candidate will work closely with Accounting to resolve discrepancies between POs and invoices and may travel to vendor trade shows up to 10%.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma.
• Minimum of one year work-related experience required.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Attends project kick-off meetings and orders materials and services as specified.
• Evaluates vendor quotes and services to determine the most desirable suppliers.
• Works closely with Accounting department to resolve discrepancies between purchase orders and invoiced amounts.
• Follows up on open orders and expedites purchasing and services to meet production dates.
• Assigns and tracks purchase order numbers; enters all WIP orders into the accounting system; creates manual POs for non-WIP items.
• Maintains general inventory items to meet production requirements and participates in year-end inventory count and reconciliation.
• Performs other related work and special projects such as presentations and PowerPoint data collection.
• Observes company policies and safety regulations.

Skills

High level of organization

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

Microsoft Office

Conflict resolution

Under pressure

Travel up to 10%

Education

High school diploma

1 year work-related experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

IPG Photonics is revolutionizing the laser industry as the pioneering developer and leading producer of fiber lasers and amplifiers. Headquartered in Marlborough, MA, IPG has over 4,800 employees in more than 30 locations around the world. We aspire to work together with our employees and customers to apply light in ways that improve life.

Our mission is to develop innovative laser solutions to make the world a better place. To accomplish this mission, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent and an engaged and thriving workforce that drives a sustainable future for our company and society.

Working at IPG Photonics you can expect challenging projects, a motivating and friendly environment, and competitive benefits.

The Materials Specialist is responsible for purchasing and negotiating materials, equipment, and supplies from vendors. This position works closely with the Manufacturing, Engineering, Purchasing and Accounting groups.

Job Responsibilities:

• Attends project kick-off meetings and orders materials and services as specified.
• Evaluates vendor quotes and services to determine the most desirable suppliers.
• Works closely with Accounting department to help resolve any discrepancies between purchase orders and invoiced amounts.
• Follows up on open orders and expedites Purchasing and services as necessary to meet production dates.
• Assigns and tracks purchase order numbers. Enters all WIP orders into the accounting software system. Creates manual purchase orders for non-WIP items.
• Maintains general inventory items to meet production requirements and participates with Accounting department in year-end inventory count and reconciliation.
• Performs other related work and special projects such as presentations and PowerPoint files with data collection.
• Obeys the company’s policies and procedures and observes all safety regulations.

Requirements:

• High level of organization skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Microsoft Office
• Conflict resolution skills
• Ability to perform under pressure
• Ability to attend potential vendors trade shows and travel up to 10 percent.

Education/Experience:

• Requires a high school diploma
• Minimum of one year work-related experience required. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

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