Strategic Purchasing Specialist – On-Site

Variety Die And Stamping Co.; Dexter (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Year-end bonus

Profit sharing

401k matching

Job summary

Variety Die & Stamping Co. in Dexter, MI is seeking a full-time Purchasing Agent to work closely with the VP of Supply Chain. The role covers procure-to-pay processes, MRPs, supplier management, and data analysis.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in purchasing, a Bachelor’s in a related field, and experience with PLEX ERP. ISO 9001/IATF knowledge and strong Excel skills are highly valued. On-site position with comprehensive benefits and a performance-based bonus program.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of Purchasing experience.
• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Information Systems, or Business preferred (can be overcome with the right experience).
• Experience with PLEX ERP is highly desired.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 or IATF requirements.
• Strong computer system skills; advanced Excel beneficial.
• Ability to communicate with all levels of customers and suppliers.
• Writing, reporting, negotiating, and listening skills important for success.
• Willingness to make phone calls to suppliers regularly.

Responsibilities

• Process Requisitions from shop floor, engineering, office staff, software, etc.
• Clarify unclear items and recommend alternatives
• RFQ/RFP – Create, organize, and present to VP Supply Chain
• Purchase Orders – Verify, prepare, send, and follow-up
• Order Acknowledgements – Receive, verify, and maintain
• Receiving Verification – Verify, notify, resolve, and update
• Invoice Verification – Reconcile receipts and invoices for accuracy
• Organize and maintain electronic files
• Assist purchasing department planning by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends
• Other purchasing related tasks/projects as assigned
• Maintain Approved Supplier List
• Process Supplier Returns/Rejections
• Plan material purchases, create and send purchase orders and releases
• Non-purchasing related tasks as assigned by Management
• Opportunity to assist IT support and PLEX System Development

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Excel

Independent thinking

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related

Tools

PLEX ERP

Excel (Advanced)

Job description

Variety Die & Stamping Co. in Dexter, MI is seeking a full-time Purchasing Agent to work closely with the VP of Supply Chain. The role covers procure-to-pay processes, MRPs, supplier management, and data analysis.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in purchasing, a Bachelor’s in a related field, and experience with PLEX ERP. ISO 9001/IATF knowledge and strong Excel skills are highly valued. On-site position with comprehensive benefits and a performance-based bonus program.