Detailed Description
Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:
- Plan and procure materials to meet manufacturing needs for the assigned project & customer
- Review CTB requirements and procure materials based on project need by dates
- Ensure materials are available for production while maintaining optimal inventory levels to avoid overstocking.
- Analyze key factors like capacity, cycle times, urgency, and material availability to determine production impacts for the project assigned
- Assist in setting up new supplier accounts with the finance team.
- Communicate directly with suppliers to address specific issues, concerns, shortages constraints SRA and FAI
- Work on the mitigation for orders (push or cancel) based on production plans.
- Address critical material shortages to ensure production readiness.
- Maintain the accuracy and reliability of information in the SAP system.
- Handle quick turn RFQ and LT assessments to solve the CTB issues
- Work with accounts payable (A/P) to resolve issues related to supplier invoice payments.
- Participate in customer meetings to discuss weekly changes or updates.
- Ensure smooth product transfers between manufacturing sites, whether internal or external.
- Join meetings with planners to provide updates on critical material issues.
- Share weekly material status updates daily with the Planning team.
- Keep cross-functional teams (CFT) informed about market conditions that could affect material supply.
- Collaborate with internal teams to return defective materials and ensure proper credits are issued.
- Collaborate with Customer Focus Team & Planning team resolving the CTB challenges
- Participate in customer audits, special projects, and any purchasing-related issues as required.
- Collaborate with logistics teams locally and globally to reduce freight costs.
- Review and propose costs associated with new engineering requirements.
- Highlight and address Bill of Material (BOM) issues with the engineering change (EC) team for corrections.
- Provide feedback on engineering change orders (ECO) for implementation or revisions.
- Manage and clean up purchase orders (POs) as needed.
- Process cash-in-advance payment requests.
- Resolve issues related to receiving materials and invoice referrals in a timely manner.
Knowledge/Skills/Competencies
Education: Diploma or Degree in Business, Economics, Commerce, or a related field.
Experience: At least 510 years in procurement, supply chain, or a similar field.
Technical Skills:
- Knowledge of manufacturing and procurement processes.
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP preferred).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Soft Skills:
- Strong communication and negotiation abilities.
- Ability to multitask and work under tight deadlines.
- Attention to detail and problem-solving mindset.
