Purchasing Assistant Co-op - ITT, Inc.

Job Description: Purchasing Assistant Co-op

Company Overview:

Wolverine Advanced Materials, an entity of ITT Corporation’s Motion Technologies Division, is a leading developer and manufacturer of high-performance materials. Our core competency is in performance-critical, specialty elastomer–coated metals that offer damping and seal-ability solutions in the automotive and gasket industries.

ITT is a diversified leading manufacturer of highly engineered critical components and customized technology solutions for the energy, transportation, and industrial markets. Building on its heritage of innovation, ITT partners with its customers to deliver enduring solutions to the key industries that underpin our modern way of life. Founded in 1920, ITT is headquartered in White Plains, N.Y., with employees in more than 35 countries and sales in a total of approximately 125 countries. The company generated 2014 revenues of $2.7 billion. For more information, visit www.itt.com.

Motion Technologies is one of four ITT Value Centers focused on the Transportation industry. The Motion Technologies Value Center generates over $862M in revenues and is made up of three businesses.

Wolverine’s Global Footprint:

We employ approximately 600 people worldwide, with global headquarters in Dearborn, MI.

Position Summary:

The Purchasing Assistant provides support and assistance to the Technical Purchasing Manager in procuring goods and services for both all manufacturing facilities ensuring that critical items are delivered on time, in the correct quantity, at the best price. The position works closely with Purchasing management to ensure the most efficient sourcing of quality items and accurate and timely processing of all transactional documents. The role is a minimum of 20 hours per week.

Position Responsibilities:

1. Performing vendor research and selection to enhance profitability, reducing operating costs and boosting efficiency.
2. Maintaining cordial working relationships with vendors and supervising vendor activities.
3. Creating and managing purchasing orders as assigned, overseeing schedules, maintaining purchase records, and ensuring orders are acknowledged by suppliers.
4. Verify accuracy of all Purchase Orders and change orders including qty., pricing, tax status, payment terms, terms & conditions, etc.
5. Assist in negotiating better prices with suppliers as necessary.
6. Contacting vendors to obtain information such as specifications, quotations, etc.
7. Conducts quoting of various items and commodities as required. Including compilation of multiple quotes (market testing) and analysis of results. Assists Purchasing Manager in the preparation of all required sourcing recommendations.
8. Processes purchase requisitions and purchase orders in a timely manner; expedites orders as necessary.
9. Assists in sourcing new suppliers for equipment, parts and/or services under the direction of the Purchasing Manager.
10. Work with accounting to ensure accuracy of invoices and assist with discrepancy resolutions.
11. Contribute to the cost savings goals
12. Assist in maintaining vendor information and files.
13. Supports and adheres to policies, procedures, and operational guidelines related to established quality management system (TS 16949).
14. Follows all safety rules and procedures in the performance of this position’s duties and reports any unsafe practices to the supervisor.
15. Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

The above is intended to describe the general content of, and the requirements for, the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements

Position Requirements:

• Student seeking AAS or BA /BS program in Supply Chain Management / Business or related field required.
• General knowledge of purchasing procedures and strategies
• Ability to write reports and business correspondence.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills. Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Possess a positive “can-do” attitude.
• Ability to effectively handle multiple priorities.

**Wolverine Advanced Materials is an Equal Employment Opportunity Company

Key Behavioral Traits for Success:

• Safety – Always has safety as their priority; is comfortable addressing safety deficiencies with other employees; and functions as a safety advocate.
• Quality – Able to maintain high standards; do work right the first time and inspect material for flaws; reinforce excellence as a fundamental priority.
• Attention to Detail – Must be detail and task oriented and able to be alert in a high-risk environment. Must be able to follow detail procedures and ensure accuracy in documentation and data; carefully monitor gauges, instruments, or processes; concentrate on routine with work details and maintain a system of records.
• Interpersonal Communication Skills – Able to share due credit with coworkers; display enthusiasm and promote a friendly group working environment, work closely with other departments as necessary; support group decisions and seek opinions from coworkers; and display team spirit. Must be able to work as part of a team as well as work independently.
• Good Attendance – Must maintain favorable attendance standing.

Work Environment:

Primary work environment is an office along with frequent visits to a manufacturing environment where the associate will be exposed to machinery, moving equipment and material, moderate noise, airborne particles, fumes, and various levels of temperature created by the manufacturing process.