Procurement Specialist
Talent HRizon, New Orleans, LA, United States
A client of Talent HRizon in New Orleans area is looking for a Procurement Specialist that has experience in a manufacturing environment
Responsibilities
Execute purchasing for parts and raw materials using Oracle’s MRP planning process and approved requisitions
Create and manage purchase orders to optimize inventory, cost, lead time, and production needs
Maintain purchasing parameters including safety stock, min/max quantities, lead times, and costs
Source components from qualified suppliers to meet technical, quality, cost, and delivery requirements
Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers, including vetting capabilities, quality, cost, and delivery performance
Manage the full Procure-to-Pay cycle in Oracle, including creating purchase requisitions (PRs), issuing purchase orders (POs), and tracking delivery status
Collaborate with Engineering and Production to align specifications, priorities, and cost objectives
Proactively manage critical and high risk purchases, including expediting when necessary
Manage supplier performance, vendor relationships, and alternative sourcing options
Monitor markets and inventory to mitigate supply risks and avoid over or under ordering
Analyze purchasing data and report on supplier performance, cost trends, and improvement opportunities
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain/Logistics Management, Engineering, or a related field
5+ years of experience in a manufacturing or related industrial environment
Proven experience
sourcing custom machined parts , with the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and bills of material
Strong understanding of engineering, production, and sourcing best practices
Proficient in Microsoft Office, with advanced working knowledge of Excel; PowerPoint and Word proficiency required
Demonstrated ability to review production plans and forecasts to anticipate long lead and critical material requirements
Highly detail oriented with a strong focus on data accuracy, order integrity, and error prevention
Strong analytical skills with the ability to make objective, data driven decisions
Self-managed, highly organized, and proactive; capable of working independently with minimal supervision; must be flexible to manage shifting priorities
Ability to thrive in a fast paced, deadline driven environment while collaborating effectively as part of a cross functional team
Desired Qualifications
Experience in an HMLV, job shop, or custom manufacturing environment, with understanding of the unique challenges and dynamics of low-volume, high-mix procurement
Knowledge of plastic and metal materials, manufacturing methods, and material selection considerations for machined or fabricated components
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Responsibilities
Execute purchasing for parts and raw materials using Oracle’s MRP planning process and approved requisitions
Create and manage purchase orders to optimize inventory, cost, lead time, and production needs
Maintain purchasing parameters including safety stock, min/max quantities, lead times, and costs
Source components from qualified suppliers to meet technical, quality, cost, and delivery requirements
Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers, including vetting capabilities, quality, cost, and delivery performance
Manage the full Procure-to-Pay cycle in Oracle, including creating purchase requisitions (PRs), issuing purchase orders (POs), and tracking delivery status
Collaborate with Engineering and Production to align specifications, priorities, and cost objectives
Proactively manage critical and high risk purchases, including expediting when necessary
Manage supplier performance, vendor relationships, and alternative sourcing options
Monitor markets and inventory to mitigate supply risks and avoid over or under ordering
Analyze purchasing data and report on supplier performance, cost trends, and improvement opportunities
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain/Logistics Management, Engineering, or a related field
5+ years of experience in a manufacturing or related industrial environment
Proven experience
sourcing custom machined parts , with the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and bills of material
Strong understanding of engineering, production, and sourcing best practices
Proficient in Microsoft Office, with advanced working knowledge of Excel; PowerPoint and Word proficiency required
Demonstrated ability to review production plans and forecasts to anticipate long lead and critical material requirements
Highly detail oriented with a strong focus on data accuracy, order integrity, and error prevention
Strong analytical skills with the ability to make objective, data driven decisions
Self-managed, highly organized, and proactive; capable of working independently with minimal supervision; must be flexible to manage shifting priorities
Ability to thrive in a fast paced, deadline driven environment while collaborating effectively as part of a cross functional team
Desired Qualifications
Experience in an HMLV, job shop, or custom manufacturing environment, with understanding of the unique challenges and dynamics of low-volume, high-mix procurement
Knowledge of plastic and metal materials, manufacturing methods, and material selection considerations for machined or fabricated components
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