Lincoln Electric · 1 day ago
Purchasing Analyst - Michigan City, IN
Michigan City, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$56K/yr - $104K/yr
5+ years expLincoln Electric is a leader in engineering and manufacturing advanced welding solutions, and they are seeking an experienced Senior Purchasing Analyst. The Purchasing Analyst will ensure an uninterrupted supply of products and services for manufacturing while negotiating with suppliers and improving supplier performance.
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Responsibilities
Evaluate suppliers’ proposals, costs, and quality, as well as oversee purchasing performance based on service and availability
Strive to minimize expenses and increase company profitability, develop detailed purchasing reports, and recommend changes to the acquisitions processes as needed. Purchasing analysts also write orders and review bid proposals based on project requirements
Collaborate with Engineering on new product developments and provide timely follow through on Engineering Change Notifications (ECN)
Collate purchase orders and purchase requisitions in order to order materials, goods and supplies, including RFQ’s (Request for Quotes) and requisitions
Resolve issues as they arise with non-supplied, under orders, over orders quality and damaged goods through problem resolution
Collaborates with the suppliers, engineering, planning, production, and inventory control daily on issues with non-supplied, under orders, over orders quality and damaged goods, resolving issues as they arise
Perform regular reviews of inventory planning parameters. Maintain and update supplier database for pricing, lead-times, country of origin, HST codes and contact information
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field and/or 5 years minimum purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment
Strong negotiating and decision-making skills
Comprehensive understanding of MS Excel, MS Word, and industry standard ERP/MRP platforms
Strong organizational skills and impeccable attention to detail
Strong multi-tasking skills and problem-solving abilities
Excellent communication and customer service
Ability to work well with a team and collaborate cross-functionally
Able to thrive in a high-stress and fast-paced environment
Preferred
Lean experience/certification a plus
Benefits
First-of-the-month Friday company-supplied lunches
Company Parties including Christmas Party, Santa for the Kids, Summer Family Picnic, and more
Local charity events
Company
Lincoln Electric
Lincoln Electric is a manufacturer of welding products, arc welding equipment, and welding consumables.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.55B2024-06-24Post Ipo Debt· $1.55B
1995-06-23IPO
Leadership Team
Steven Hedlund
Chairman and CEO
Geoffrey Allman
Senior Vice President, Acquisition Integration
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