Buyer/Supply Chain Coordinator

1 month ago


Melrose Park, United States DRC Heat Transfer (formerly Diesel Radiator Co.) Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

DRC Heat Transfer (DRC) is a leading cooling system company, experiencing unprecedented growth and we are expanding our team Our core values of Customer First, Can-do Attitude, Problem Solving, and Doing the Right Thing shine through in our employees and everything we do.

Summary

The position of Buyer/Supply Chain Coordinator supports and optimizes DRC Heat Transfer’s (DRC) supply chain operations, ensuring the efficient flow of goods from suppliers to assist DRC in meeting customer requirements. This role involves purchasing activities, coordinating in-bound material and component logistics, and working closely with the inventory and production teams to support company production needs in a fast-paced, time-critical environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Place purchase orders for materials/components as required to support daily operations in multiple facilities
  • Manage purchase order exceptions, such as cancellations, expedites and deferrals
  • Manage and monitor in-bound shipments, ensuring timely delivery and resolving any shipping issues
  • Communicate delivery issues to sales and production personnel
  • Collaborate with production and warehouse teams to maintain optimal stock levels
  • Work with inventory department to resolve quantity and incoming inspection issues
  • Quickly address invoice/pricing discrepancies
  • Assist Quality department with dispositioning non-conforming material
  • Maintain lead-time document for critical commodities
  • Assist in new and/or existing supplier qualification and/or evaluation tasks
  • Perform cost-containment and cost-reduction projects as assigned by Management
  • Assist with inventory activities
  • Perform other tasks as assigned

Responsibilities to Organization

  • Works within scope of position and direction; willingly accepts assignments
  • Follows DRC policies and procedures
  • Maintains confidentiality, security and standards of ethics with all DRC information
  • Approaches change and difficult situations in a professional manner; demonstrates flexibility
  • Maintains regular and reliable attendance and punctuality
  • Accurately reports hours worked and time off
  • Assists in keeping work area and equipment in safe working condition. Initiates correction of hazards as appropriate and/or notifies supervisor of hazards in a timely manner
  • Performs duties in a manner that assures maximum safety to self and others. Operates equipment following manufacturer’s procedures and uses proper body mechanics
  • In the event of a workplace incident or injury, immediately files first report with Safety Manager

Job Requirements

  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Strong written and verbal skills
  • Outstanding attention to detail
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Must be self-motivated and team-oriented
  • Must have reliable transportation and be able to travel between DRC’s 5 local facilities occasionally (in Melrose Park and Elk Grove Village)

Education/Training/Experience

A high school diploma or equivalent is required, college degree preferred, 2+ years of purchasing related experience a plus. Experience with Microsoft Office required. Previous experience with ERP/MRP systems, bar-coding, ‘Visual Factory’ and ‘KanBan’ methodology a plus.

Physical Demands

  • Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance and punctuality

  • Light physical demands, some reaching, standing, bending, lifting, and prolonged sitting

We offer competitive salaries, various benefits and incentives and we regularly evaluate what we offer to ensure that we remain a great place to work.

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401K and matching
  • Company sponsored and voluntary supplemental life insurance
  • Voluntary short term / long term disability options
  • PTO, sick time and paid holidays
  • Referral bonus program
  • Professional development and continued education assistance

We require that all employees have a completed background check and drug screen on file.

Company DescriptionBETTER * STRONGER * FASTER

Since 1970, DRC Heat Transfer has been dedicated to providing high-quality, heavy-duty cooling solutions, with excellent customer support and service. We focus on the customer, with standard and custom designs and provide complete turnkey solutions. DRC is experiencing rapid growth and we are expanding our team Learn more about us at www.drcht.comCompany DescriptionBETTER * STRONGER * FASTER\r
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Since 1970, DRC Heat Transfer has been dedicated to providing high-quality, heavy-duty cooling solutions, with excellent customer support and service. We focus on the customer, with standard and custom designs and provide complete turnkey solutions. DRC is experiencing rapid growth and we are expanding our team Learn more about us at www.drcht.com

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