Procurement Specialist
Company: Klein Tools, Inc.
Location: Mansfield
Posted on: June 15, 2022
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Job Description:
Mansfield, TX, USA
Req #: 479
We are growing! Klein Tools make great products with the highest of
standards. We value Quality, Customer Obsession, Innovation,
Teamwork and Ownership. These five distinguishing values define our
company's culture and how we operate as an organization. We believe
that these values set our business above others in our industry. At
Klein Tools, you have the opportunity to forge your career with an
iconic brand to drive your future!
There has never been a better time to join Klein Tools!
The Procurement Specialist is responsible for working directly with
approved suppliers to purchase various items or materials (raw
materials, MRO, semi-fabricated parts, office supplies, packaging
materials, services and finished product for resale) supplied from
requisitions and/or master scheduling information. This position
will also perform a root cause analysis of supply issues and make
recommendations to resolve.
1. Work directly with suppliers as the face of the Company to
purchase materials and ensure that suppliers are accountable
relative to on time delivery, quantity, quality and price.
2. Oversee the control of inventory on consumed materials, reworks,
repairs and retrofits. Initiate orders as needed to maintain
appropriate inventory levels.
3. Advise internal customer of changes in delivery dates or of
possible alternative sources and recovery plans.
4. Enter orders into purchasing systems and issue copies of
purchase orders.
5. Maintain orders, pricing, certificates, etc. in the purchasing
system and set up new items and suppliers.
6. Perform root cause analysis of supply issues and make
recommendations to resolve.
7. Participate in the regular core team meetings as assigned,
supporting procurement of new/prototype materials and external
processes.
8. Conduct on-site visits to determine and validate capabilities of
current and potential new sources. Visit manufacturing plants and
distribution center as needed.
9. Project costs for upcoming year and participate in cost savings
initiatives
10. Perform other duties as required within the nature and level of
work.
Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in supply chain and one (1) year
of related experience are required. APICS (American Production and
Inventory Control Society)/CSCP (Certified Supply Chain
Professional) certification preferred. MRP (material requirements
planning) knowledge is preferred. Familiarity with manufacturing
pull systems, inventory, and production control and reading
blueprints and bill of materials is a plus.
Must possess a strong analytical and reasoning ability. Must be
able to effectively communicate with all levels of the company and
suppliers. Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.
Physical Demand Requirements: Occasionally required to stand, walk
or sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or
controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop,
kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee
must occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision,
distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception,
and the ability to adjust focus.
Travel Requirements: 10% (3 days per month) PM19
Other Details:
PI181360212
Keywords: Klein Tools, Inc., Mansfield , Procurement Specialist, Other , Mansfield, Texas
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