Follett Products, LLC · 1 day ago
Purchasing Agent
Easton, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expFollett Products, LLC has been a leader in the manufacturing industry since 1948, specializing in innovative ice storage solutions. They are seeking a Purchasing Agent to manage supply chain assignments, including order replenishment, supplier negotiations, and cost reduction projects while ensuring on-time delivery and compliance with business needs.
Food and BeverageManufacturing
Responsibilities
Purchases supplies, materials, and office supplies/equipment by preparing and submitting purchase orders following department procedures and limits of authority
Ensures on-time delivery of parts, supplies, and materials by expediting or deferring orders as required based on schedule and inventory changes. Utilizes move-in and move-out reports to trigger action
Executes strategic sourcing activities for assigned categories and projects, including RFQs, supplier selection, negotiations, and developing and implementing cost savings projects
Analyzes quotations received, selects or recommends suppliers, and schedules deliveries
Actively supports the management of supplier relationships and performance management
Develops and evaluates category strategy (direct/indirect goods in services) to optimize current and future needs
Monitors and tracks purchasing activities for compliance with business needs, including but not limited to incoming quality, MRB, RFQs, supplier OTD, purchase orders, and requisitions
Focuses on risk mitigation to identify potential supply chain interruptions to eliminate and or limit the impact on the business
Manages supplier onboarding; creates action plans that expedite the learning curve of new suppliers and ensure they are meeting company expectations, standards, and requirements
Set up and maintain accurate Item Master data, quoting information, and supplier information
Processes and reviews ECOs by reviewing changes, updating information, placing orders, and providing information to production, engineering, and others
Plans and executes the smooth and economical transition of purchased components affected by a change in either engineering specifications or suppliers
Assists in cycle counting and inventory control as well as interfacing with outside auditors
Assists in the control of departmental budgets by adhering to the established budgets for the purchase parts variance account, line reject account, supplier repair account, and other key department financial measures and results
Participates as a department representative on assigned product development teams, process development teams, and other teams and initiatives as needed
Contributes to the team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a business-related field preferred or 2-4 years of equivalent experience
2-4 years of experience performing in a purchasing, manufacturing planning, and project participation role in a $50+ million manufacturing environment
Ability to negotiate and sustain networking relationships with suppliers
Experienced in functioning in a lean environment with an understanding of pull systems, JIT, and other lean strategies
Experience using MRP planning systems
Able to work closely with others in a highly motivated fast-paced team environment
Excellent oral and written communication skills
High level of organizational skills that allow for the handling of multiple concurrent high-priority tasks
Proficiency using Microsoft Office Professional Products
Preferred
Exposure to Avante or CSI/Syte-Line ERP system preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Retirement plan with company match
Bonus opportunity
And much more
Company
Follett Products, LLC
Follett Products, LLC specializes in • High performance medical-grade refrigeration products for the healthcare and scientific research communities • Innovative ice-related solutions including ice machines, ice and water dispensers, ice and beverage dispensers, and ice storage and transport equipment for the foodservice and healthcare industries.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2016-05-18Acquired
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