Procurement Specialist
Company: Klein Tools, Inc.
Location: Mansfield
Posted on: June 16, 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) PM19Other
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Keywords: Klein Tools, Inc., Mansfield , Procurement Specialist, Other , Mansfield, Texas
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