Central Purchasing Agent (Hollow Metal) - The Cook & Boardman Group
Winston Salem, NC
About the Job
Summary
Responsible forcoordinating and procuring Hollow Metal Frame(s), Hollow Metal Door(s), and Wood Door(s) for assigned locations. Ensures that all procedures surrounding inventory control are appropriately executed. Works to achieve optimized inventory levels. Projects future usage changes and understands their impact. Coordinates with internal and external customers regarding material orders and delivery dates.
Qualification Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skill, and ability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma Required
5 - 10 years in an operational staff position required
Must have extensive door and hardware application knowledge.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Experience using Microsoft Office products required.
Experience using WD and HM Mfg Online systems (Orderpro; VT Online; Eggers Online; DoorBuilder; COW/EDGE; OEW)
Experience filling out machining sheets, along with anunderstanding of Mfg-specific preps
Industry Specific ERP Software
Excellent verbal and written communication and leadership skills
Essential Functions
Monitor HM/WD Mfg. lead times for potential purchasing conflicts
Review vendor quotes along with project specifications and notes from Sales/PM
Identify alternate sourcing opportunities for cost savings, lead times, and/or quality enhancements
Create POs using the ERP system, along with Online platforms and machining sheets
Reviewacknowledgment Cost vs. Estimated/Detailed PO costs
Verify acknowledgment details, costing, and expected delivery
Enter all order acknowledgements; adjusted costing, enter delivery dates, order # in ERP System
Answer the manufacturer's questionspromptly
Source or alternate source material to be pulled from stock.
Ensure strategic vendor support and alignment for assigned products
Other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate verbally. The employee must frequently stand, walk, handle, feel, and reach with hands and arms.
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. Other conditions may include proximity to forklifts or other heavy machinery and the use of various tools and hardware.
EOE Minorities/Females/Disability/Veterans; VEVRAA Federal Contractor