Purchasing Specialist managing procurement, inventory, suppliers, and manufacturing supply chain operations. Supporting JELD-WEN’s doors, windows, and building products business.
Responsibilities
Identify, plan, schedule and execute procurement order requirements based on various data sources
Oversee inventory management, including cycle counting, analysis, reconciliation, stocking strategies, and excess and obsolescence review and reporting
Coordinate deliveries, expedite orders, and manage past-due purchase orders and back orders with suppliers
Reconcile supplier invoicing discrepancies and maintain product cost, part number and vendor-related data
Communicate with stakeholders in Supply Chain Management, Production, Customer Service, Quality Assurance and Accounts Payable
Manage supplier relationships to optimize delivery, pricing, quality and documentation
Produce Excel-based reports
Build product knowledge and provide category-specific information
Drive process improvement using Lean best practices
Adhere to company policies, procedures and safety standards
Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
Minimum 7 to 10 years of progressive supply chain management experience in a manufacturing or construction services environment
Prior supervisory experience will be considered a strong asset
Post-secondary degree in operations management, supply chain management or similar
CSCP/CPIM/SCMP/PMAC or similar accreditation or current enrollment in a recognized program
Demonstrable experience in planning, scheduling, procurement, production control, inventory management, and related supply chain activities
Solid ERP/MRP skills, preferably with an SAP background
Exposure to Lean Business systems, Six Sigma and similar continuous improvement programs would be considered an asset
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Superior oral and written communication abilities
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Strong sense of urgency and accountability
Advanced Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, conditional formatting and macros
Hands-on attitude and comfort working in manufacturing and warehousing environments
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