Procurement/Inventory Analyst

Job Details: Job Location: Ford Engine Plant Dearborn MI (5401) - Dearborn, MI, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Shift: Any, Procurement/Inventory Analyst

Sharonville, OH – Livonia, MI – Dearborn, MI

Job Description

Who We Are:

We are a family-owned business that supplies cutting tools, abrasives, and other manufacturing supplies to aerospace, defense and automotive customers.  Founded in 1958, we are the largest cutting tool reconditioning firm in North America.  We are committed to providing quality products and outstanding service, supported by the uncompromising dedication of our employees. This position will be based on-site at one of our major automotive manufacturing customers' facilities. Openings are currently available in Sharonville, OH, Livonia, MI, and Dearborn, MI. Applicants will be considered for the location they select during the application process.

If you have: 

Ability to pass US Tool and customer system training
Familiarity with data entry, filing and record keeping
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel operating systems and software
Basic knowledge of MRP/ERP system (preferred)
Experience buying perishable and/or nonperishable items (preferred)
General working knowledge of inventory (preferred)
Knowledge of lead-time and stockouts (preferred)
Knowledge of cutting tools (preferred)
Experience interacting with suppliers (preferred)
Excellent customer service skills
Good problem-solving skills
Strong ability to multi task
Ability to work with minimal supervision and stay focused
Understanding of work quality
Strong decision-making skills
Positive attitude
Good typing skills
Willingness to accept new assignments
Willingness to work in a team-oriented environment
Strong attention to detail, and ability to recognize and report issues
Willingness to work in a team-oriented environment
Ability to forecast usage
Ability to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation

 A typical day may look like this: 

Daily correspondence with site personnel and customer
Evaluate stock levels and place orders with suppliers using planner tools
Print reports and purchase orders
Verify delivery dates, quantities, UOM and pricing
Follow up with suppliers on unacknowledged POs
Contact suppliers to resolve any issues related to shipments received
Work with Discrepancy Team on discrepancies
Fill requests for products not currently carried
Placement of POs against requisitions
Order spot buy requests for products not stocked
Collaborate with customers and technical engineers to continuously identify opportunities for improved products and more competitive pricing.
20% Walking/Standing
80% Sitting

We provide: 

Health, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
Competitive salary 
401K benefit options
9 Paid holidays
Paid time off/vacation accrual 
Weekly Pay 
Tuition reimbursement
A work-hard play-hard environment 
Personal and professional growth  

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Protected Vet
For more information or to request a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position, please contact our Human Resources Department at 573-431-3856.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Non-U.S. persons selected for this position must meet eligibility requirements for access to export-restricted information. The ITAR/EAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
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