Morin By Kingspan · 6 hours ago
Purchasing Assistant
Bristol, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expMorin By Kingspan is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to support their Purchasing function. The role focuses on executing procurement activities, managing material requirements, and coordinating with internal stakeholders to ensure cost-effective sourcing and uninterrupted production.
ArchitectureBuilding MaterialManufacturing
Responsibilities
Adheres to purchasing policies, processes, and procedures
Prepares purchase orders from purchase requisitions within the enterprise resource planning system (ERP); clarifies any ambiguity with originating party and coordinates with suppliers as needed regarding substitutions or alternatives
Manages day-to-day activity within the Material Requirements Planning (MRP) module of the ERP system and coordinates with customer service when requests are unclear or incomplete
Negotiates with current vendors and supports sourcing efforts for new vendors to continually try to lower the cost of items purchased while maintaining or exceeding the current level of quality
Assists with the management of accessories inventory through regular verification, participation in cycle counts and management of the accessories inventory area
Assists with the management of third-party inventory stored on site
Authorizes payment for purchases by tracking and forwarding receiving documentation to accounts payable when necessary
Provides purchase planning and control information by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends
Coordinates with plant management and utilizes working knowledge of machines and equipment to schedule the purchasing necessary for all Morin plant operational needs
Compile purchasing reports as necessary
Any other departmental duties as needed
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED diploma, or one to three years' related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Adheres to purchasing policies, processes, and procedures
Prepares purchase orders from purchase requisitions within the enterprise resource planning system (ERP); clarifies any ambiguity with originating party and coordinates with suppliers as needed regarding substitutions or alternatives
Manages day-to-day activity within the Material Requirements Planning (MRP) module of the ERP system and coordinates with customer service when requests are unclear or incomplete
Negotiates with current vendors and supports sourcing efforts for new vendors to continually try to lower the cost of items purchased while maintaining or exceeding the current level of quality
Assists with the management of accessories inventory through regular verification, participation in cycle counts and management of the accessories inventory area
Assists with the management of third-party inventory stored on site
Authorizes payment for purchases by tracking and forwarding receiving documentation to accounts payable when necessary
Provides purchase planning and control information by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends
Coordinates with plant management and utilizes working knowledge of machines and equipment to schedule the purchasing necessary for all Morin plant operational needs
Compile purchasing reports as necessary
Follow the Group Code of Conduct and Group Compliance
Follow Compliance requirements per GC IMS 012 Section 2 Roles and Responsibilities
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications, with a strong emphasis on Excel
Technical Capacity
Communication Proficiency
Time Management
Discretion
Decision Making
Preferred
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications and Outlook
SAP or other equivalent ERP software knowledge is a must
Company
Morin By Kingspan
Morin by Kingspan is one of the most versatile manufacturers of single-element, architectural, metal wall and roof panel systems.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
ilhan eser
CEO
Andrew Stary
Chief Financial Officer
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