Vendor Coordinator/Routing

Leggett & Platt, Inc.; Carthage (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Leggett & Platt, Inc. in Missouri seeks a Vendor Manufacturing Coordinator to oversee subcontracted processes and manage vendor quotations and orders. You will ensure paperwork for shipping is accurate and push urgent parts through the system.

You will monitor back orders, maintain vendor files, and coordinate delivery while adhering to quality and safety standards as part of a continuous improvement culture.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of machining processes.
• Ability to read and understand prints/drawings.
• Commitment to quality and process improvement.
• Adherence to safety and environmental initiatives.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Sub-contract processes such as heat treat, black oxide, chrome, grinding, machining, etc.
• Obtain and evaluate vendor quotations.
• Confirm orders with vendors and process paperwork for shipping.
• Write up requests for special items or prints for non-stocked items.
• Monitor back orders and track late parts.
• Maintain vendor files and correspondence.
• Push through urgent parts and follow up on purchase packets.
• Close jobs promptly and understand all related processes.
• Identify and communicate problems related to product, process and quality.
• Coordinate parts delivery and pickup.

Skills

Machining processes

Read prints/drawings

Detail oriented

Quality management

Continuous improvement

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Instructions follow-through

Self supervision

Job description

Overview

Position: Vendor Manufacturing Coordinator

Reports to: Master Scheduler

Leggett & Platt’s mission is to enhance lives by delivering quality products, offering empowering and rewarding careers, and contributing to a better future. We design, manufacture, and sell a variety of products across bedding, aerospace, flooring, and related industries with a global footprint.

Learn more about the history of Leggett: https://leggett.com/history

Learn more about Bedding Components: https://beddingcomponents.com/

Qualifications

• Knowledge about machining processes
• Ability to read and understand prints/drawings
• Quality minded
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Cooperative attitude to work effectively with others
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Detail oriented
• Commitment to Quality Management Systems and Continuous Improvement
• Commitment to L&P Safety and Environmental initiatives

Responsibilities

• Sub-contract component processes such as heat treat, black oxide, chrome, grinding, machining, etc.
• Obtain and evaluate vendor quotations
• Confirm orders with vendors
• Key orders and process all paperwork pertinent to shipping the orders
• Write up requests for special purchased items or prints for non-stocked manufactured items
• Monitor back orders and track late parts
• Maintain vendor files on any and all correspondence
• Push through job packets/purchase requests for urgently needed parts and follow up
• Close jobs in an expeditious manner
• Have a clear understanding of all processes involved with the position
• Identify, record and communicate any problems relating to product, process and the quality system
• Conform to all Quality and Safety requirements and procedures
• Participate in the Continuous Improvement Process
• Perform other duties as requested or deemed appropriate
• Coordinate parts delivery and pickup

Our Commitment and Next Steps

Our values emphasize safety, inclusion, integrity, collaboration, and accountability. We encourage applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and welcome consideration of those with the preferred qualifications.

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