Purchasing and Inventory Coordinator

ZipRecruiter; Bensenville (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Century Metal Spinning, a global supplier, is hiring a Purchasing and Inventory Coordinator to manage purchasing processes, vendor relationships, and inventory levels to ensure timely delivery aligned with production schedules. This role involves negotiating with suppliers, adhering to quality standards, and maintaining effective communication with internal teams and vendors.

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing and inventory management is preferred.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills required.
• Knowledge of AS9100 Procedures is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage all purchasing activities and vendor relationships.
• Monitor inventory levels and conduct cycle counts.
• Negotiate costs, delivery dates, and maintain supplier performance.

Skills

Vendor Management

Inventory Management

Budget Management

Negotiation Skills

Communication

Job description

Century Metal Spinning is a global supplier of spun metal components for Aerospace, Defense, Industrial, and Commercial Manufacturers. With flexibility in our processes and a reputation for quality work, we are quick to respond to our customer's needs. We use the latest Automatic Spinning technology and cellular manufacturing to keep our costs competitive for prototypes & production quantities. Our staff has extensive experience in manufacturing and is here to provide an exceptional metal spinning source to our customers.

We are hiring a Purchasing and Inventory Coordinator.

Job Scope and Skill Set:

The Purchasing and Inventory Coordinator is responsible for all purchasing and the supervision of all vendors inbound and outbound deliveries of goods and services. This role requires timely and accurate coordination of the purchasing process to meet the production schedule and customer demand per job specifications. Responsibilities include vendor and inventory management, meeting budget expectations (monthly), and adherence to all AS9100 Procedures.

Duties and Areas of Responsibility:

1. Manage all purchasing activities, including ordering raw materials based on historical usage and new requirements.
2. Negotiate cost and delivery dates with suppliers.
3. Ensure accurate purchasing per job order requirements and communicate flow-down requirements to the supply base.
4. Manage the buying and delivery process of all job order requirements: materials, supplies, and services in a timely manner as per the production schedule. Collaborate with Receiving to ensure proper receipt of deliveries.
5. Monitor and maintain current inventory levels through physical cycle counts in collaboration with the Production Coordinator.
6. Develop and maintain strong working relationships with vendors and suppliers to promote clear and honest communication.
7. Monitor subcontractor performance for on-time delivery and quality, and maintain an approved supplier list.
8. Communicate with vendors about order due dates based on customer needs.
9. Research and develop new suppliers to expand the existing approved supplier base.
10. Meet budget expectations and provide pricing estimates for customer inquiries.
11. Negotiate rates with carriers to secure the best possible rates in line with the company's budget.
12. Work closely with the Operations Manager to develop optimal supply chain solutions.
13. Develop project milestones with suppliers and monitor their performance on a project-by-project basis.
14. Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing related results as needed.
15. Maintain a clean and organized work area, ensuring paperwork and supplies are properly stored at the end of each shift.
16. Understand and comply with Century Metal Spinning's Quality Policy and Safety Rules.
17. Reflect the company's core values in all internal and external interactions.