Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
- Oversees activities related to the purchase of material, material control, inventory control, shipping/receiving, and stores functions.
- Develops, implements, and maintains policies, procedures, and material control systems.
- Ensures materials are ordered and in stock to meet company requirements, while maintaining acceptable inventory levels.
- Develops material schedules and coordinates the efficient movement of materials with purchasing, productio,n and engineering.
- Reviews and plans requirements for purchasing materials.
- Prepare material requirement plans using enterprise resource planning systems.
- Assist with the establishment and maintenance of the production control system.
- Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the function operates efficiently.
Education & Experience
- A degree or equivalent
- 3-5 years of Procurement and Materials experience in a manufacturing environment.
- 3 years of Purchasing Leadership or Strategic Sourcing Experience
- Effective negotiation and supplier management skills including, management of international suppliers and contract manufacturers.
- Thorough understanding of inventory reduction techniques, blanket replenishment agreements, and commercial purchasing terms.
- Formal communication and presentation skills. Strong ability to format data into concise, complete,e and meaningful information and commitments
- Supervisory, motivation, coaching, and people development skills.
- Direct experience with Oracle ERP or equivalent.
- Ability to plan and track material sourcing projects utilizing project management best practices.
- Ability to facilitate and influence cross-functional problem-solving and process improvement
Skills
- Leadership capabilities for managing a team include the buyer/planner and the warehouse.
- Possess strong interpersonal skills and enjoy the process of problem-solving
- Work effectively with other members of Coherent Corp.
Working Conditions
Culture Commitment
Ensure adherence to the company's values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:
Integrity Create an Environment of Trust
Collaboration Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas
Accountability Own the Process and the Outcome
Respect Recognize the Value in Everyone
Enthusiasm Find a Sense of Purpose in Work
Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
About Us
Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!
Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.
