Primary Duties & Responsibilities

 

•   Run daily MRP summary reports on and execute purchase orders in conjunction with buy messages. 
•   Manage and Maintain purchase requisitions, quotations, etc.
•   Escalate and action shortages / potential shortages as and when they occur.
•   Managing delivery schedule & order book of components for production, engineering and NPI Projects to acquire inventory in a cost effective and timely manner.
•   Calculating and distributing demand forecasts to supply base.
•   Compilation of supplier performance reports; management of supplier base including negotiating favorable pricing arrangements, lead-time reductions, financial liability, Kanban agreements, etc.
•   Ensuring suppliers adhere & perform to Supply Agreement terms & conditions.
•   Interacting closely with Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering and Suppliers to resolve quality issues.
•   Coordinating with engineering departments on New Product Introductions, ensuring supply base and Operations requirements are met.
•   Ensuring that new suppliers are vetted appropriately following Coherent Corp. process 
•   Responsibility for procurement business system data input and integrity, & management of relevant item attributes, 
•   Performing cost analysis and volume planning for major commodities (e.g. materials, components, equipment and services).
•   Delivering on Key Performance Measures, incl. supplier OTD, inventory targets and SOX Compliance.
•   Take ownership and manage Suppliers of key commodities. 
•   Providing support to Procurement Supervisor, Supply Chain Management, and Global Commodity Managers.

Education & Experience

 

• Bachelor's degree in Business Operations, Finance or related subject OR 5-10 years equivalent work experience Purchasing in a Manufacturing Environment 
• 5+ years of experience in purchasing for high-tech manufacturing, including experience in the following: 
  • Ability to read and understand Engineering Drawing(s), measuring supplier capability and capacity, new product introduction, annual cost and inventory reduction.

Skills

• Demonstrated supplier negotiation, decision-making, organizational and communication skills.
• Demonstrated analytical ability and detail orientation.
• Previous experience with ERP/MRP systems, Oracle preferred.
• High Level Microsoft Office experience, advanced Excel and PowerPoint Presentation Skills
• Willingness to present to direct Supervisor & Sr. Management

Working Conditions

 

• Typical schedule 8-5pm; some off shift work possible
• Primarily on-site position, with potential for some remote work 

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 30 pounds

Safety Requirements

 

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

 

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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