Procurement Specialist

5 days ago

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States Schuler Inc. Full time
Job Description

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS:

As a key member of the Schuler Inc. team, the successful candidate will be responsible for procuring goods and services at favorable conditions. This involves ensuring the best price and quality of the product, right quantity, and on-time delivery at the required location. The candidate will follow the Company's Purchasing Policy and Procedures.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Procure technical goods and services efficiently for the Company.
  • Understand and follow quality systems and quality assurance procedures to select materials and suppliers. Ensure proper documentation/NDA with 3rd Party before sending out any technical/confidential information.
  • Identify, develop, and qualify new suppliers required to support Schuler demands. Support supplier risk assessment exercises.
  • Send out Request for Quote (RFQ), verify quotes for technical and commercial requirements, execute price comparison, confidently negotiate price, terms, and conditions with suppliers, and conclude negotiations and generate savings. Negotiate short- & long-term price frame agreements with suppliers.
  • Verify and process purchasing requisitions and service notifications in a timely manner with the proper documentation and within purchasing procedure and policies. Make order decisions based on cost, delivery, quality, and reliability. Verify supplier order confirmation.
  • Ensure timely delivery, expedite orders as necessary, and be responsible for managing and developing suppliers based on their on-time delivery and quality. Issue Non-Confirming Material (NCM) to suppliers for quality concerns and ensure corrective and preventive action from supplier is implemented.
  • Maintain accurate purchasing, item, and vendor records in SAP by updating vendor master and info records.
  • Active communication with Engineering, Quality, Sales/Customer Service department, including affiliates, and Project managers.
  • Suggest process and cost optimization ideas and continuously improve procurement procedures and practices.
  • Perform other purchasing-related duties as needed.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Associate Degree or Bachelor's degree in Business, Procurement, Supply Chain, or Engineering.
  • At least five (5) years in technical procurement. Technical background is a must.
  • Demonstrated technical buying experience, including machined components.
  • Experienced and confident negotiator with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Engineering or other related technical training and experience.
  • Must be able to read and understand mechanical drawings/prints.
  • The position may occasionally require travel to potential and existing suppliers/tradeshows.
  • Proficient user of Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) & SAP.
  • Possess strong analytical aptitude.
  • Self-motivated and results-oriented.
  • Proficient computer skills with the ability to learn new software.
  • Customer-focused.
  • Strong time management and organizational skills.
  • Ability to multi-task and to work in a dynamic business environment; Adaptable to change.
  • Self-motivated and results-oriented; Ability to use judgment and make decisions independently.
  • Teamwork-oriented to resolve problems and achieve goals.
  • Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Fluent in English with advanced reading and writing skills.
  • German and/or Portuguese Language skills would be a plus.
  • Visa holders/English as Second Language (ESL) individuals must take TOEFL exam and score above passing grade.

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