Purchaser

Harlan, IA
Full Time
Mid Level
Job description:
The Supply Management Purchaser will work to source and procure material for a thriving business. The role provides material planning and purchasing functions for an OEM of heavy industrial process machinery.  Specifically, responsible for the sourcing of drive components, bearings, sensors, fasteners, seals, lubrication systems, machined and fabricated parts, etc. from outside and intercompany suppliers worldwide. This position supports a thriving aftermarket business and new heavy industrial equipment. This role will balance a forward outlook, managing part orders for equipment months away, and making sure material is in stock for current day production needs.

This is an onsite position - not remote
  • Source, select, and develop supply base.
  • Negotiate contracts and purchase agreements.
  • Review MRP generated planned production requirements.
  • Improve and expand CPMs utilization of MRP and supply chain best practices.
  • Evaluate purchase-price variance and on-time delivery of your suppliers and take action to address poor performance.
  • Create and issue Purchase Orders
  • Hold suppliers to pricing and delivery terms
  • Inventory planning and control (set safety stock levels, lot quantities, etc.)
  • Assist suppliers to achieve optimum methods/lowest cost
  • Communicate effectively with manufacturing and engineering to ensure product quality
  • Determine domestic versus foreign sourcing (landed costs, exchange rates, etc.) strategy
  • Assist with the resolution of technical, quality, and receiving issues with suppliers and CPM resources
  • Read and interpret mechanical engineering drawings.
  • Interpret BOMs and deliver drawings and related documentation to suppliers
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
  • College degree or 5+ years purchasing and/or planning experience
  • Experience with heavy mechanical machinery
  • Working knowledge of industrial terminology related to machining, metal fabrication, and mechanical assembly
  • Ability to cope with customer driven, ever changing schedules
  • Computer skills: ERP (SAP Business One is preferred), Excel, Word, AutoCAD
  • Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
  • Self-starter, possessing a sense of urgency and maturity to get the job done
  • Communication (both written and verbal) skills

CPM Acquisition Corp. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. CPM Acquisition Corp. offers competitive compensation and benefits, including paid holidays and vacations, 401k, medical/dental insurance, tuition assistance, and more.

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