Procurement Coordinator
18-month contract
Kalamazoo, MI
Must be able to work on a W2
Responsibilities : Systems Knowledge
- Issue suggested purchase orders based upon MRP system suggestions and customer demand.
- Request changes to purchase order dates from suppliers based upon MRP system suggestions and demand changes.
- Update MRP system to ensure clear communication of expected inventory.
- Monitor open purchase orders and ensure on-time receipt.
- Issue purchase orders to support engineering changes.
Customer Management
Update the business on the status and direction of your business on a daily basis or as required.Update internal customers on supply issues and drive them to resolution.Coordinate engineering changes between internal customers and suppliers.Supplier Management
Update purchase orders as required.Manage suppliers to maintain continuity of supply and product availability.Challenge all price increase requests from suppliers and escalate if unsuccessful.Serve as single point of contact for suppliers for SICR / Change Order tracking and prioritization.Hold suppliers accountable to shipment plan.Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree in business or related discipline.02 years of procurement work experience.Must possess excellent organizational and communication skills.Excellent interpersonal and analytical skills.Strong planning and organizational skills.Preferred functional skills : MRP, PC proficiency, purchasing system / procedures, supplier management.