Purchasing Agent

Requirements

• Knowledge of Epicor or similar ERP system.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing.
• Experience in: Supply Management, Tracking Budget Expenses, Customer Service, Manufacturing Methods and Procedures, Manufacturing Quality, Cost Accounting.
• What will your typical day look like?
• Preparing and issuing purchase orders to suppliers, ensuring accurate specifications and quantities that meet quality standards and adhere to company policies and legal regulations.
• Order parts for L & M subsidiaries.
• Qualify suppliers, inspect all parts and follow LMP005 for each supplier.
• Verify purchase requisitions for accuracy.
• Negotiate the best possible prices, payment terms, freight charges, and part options for all orders.
• Track/follow material forecasts for potential shortages and watch the market for supply/demand issues.
• Review inventory shortages and root cause to prevent re-occurrences.
• Proactively advise production on availability and expected delivery dates.
• Follow up with suppliers on overdue orders per purchasing assistant report.
• Work with suppliers to order non-inventory items and subcontract/fabricated parts.
• Using the ERP system, organize, create, and maintain purchase orders for both plants and order parts as needed.
• Maintain and update Part Maintenance Inventory List.
• Review and complete Discrepant Material Reports (DMR) per L&M Procedures.
• Daily run of MRP and ensure items required for production are ordered.
• Review sales orders for special buy out and R&D parts.
• Order non-inventory items.
• Get price and delivery time estimates for customer quotes.
• Review inventory shortages to try to determine the cause, so the system can be improved to prevent re-occurrences.
• Estimate future requirements for HQ items and place orders with suppliers.
• Follow up with vendors on overdue orders per open order report.
• Responsible for negotiating payment terms and discount opportunities for advance payment options for all vendors and suppliers.
• Review all historical price data changes and ensure no hidden costs exists and Track and report findings.
• Collaborate with corporate on synergy solution for more cost effective and efficient purchasing solutions.
• Liaison between corporate compliance team and suppliers.
• Seek and partner with dependable suppliers.
• Review supplier performance using the quality PPM report.
• Submit revision requests to Drafting/Engineering for processing in the ERP system.
• Actively participate and attend various company meetings (New Product Meetings, Cost Committee Meetings, and Cost Reduction Meetings), as required and report back findings and details to team.
• Complete close out reports on meetings and file for future follow up.
• Attend supplier visits annually and as requested by manager.
• Follow all safety guidelines.
• Domestic and international travel required and may include weekend travel depending on the project.
• Perform related work or other job duties as required by manager or backup supervisor.
• What about the physical demands of the job?
• Ability to sit for long periods of time at workstation.
• Long duration of computer screen time.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required for Entry Level:
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Acts in a manner of integrity, shows support for the company and its values, our customers, and suppliers.
• Ability to identify and resolve issues related to procurement and supplier performance.
• Intermediate computer skills required. Outlook (email, tasks, and calendar) Google Drive (or Microsoft Excel), Adobe/Nitro, Microsoft Teams, and knowledge of ERP systems.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliances (i.e., EU REACH Regulations, Prop 65).
• Organized, detailed, and thorough.
• Effective communication skills. Confident and effective communication (both verbal and written, in English) with in

Benefits

Additional Information

Who will you be working with? At L&M Radiator, Inc., the things we make are helping to keep America's lights on. If you want to join a team that plays a vital role in our energy economy, we have an opportunity for you! L&M Radiator, Inc. has been a leading worldwide manufacturer of customized and carefully crafted heat exchangers for Mining, Construction, Oil, Gas and heavy-duty equipment industries. We are seeking a motivated individual to join our Purchasing Team at our Hibbing facility, located in Minnesota. This position reports to the Purchasing Supervisor, work shift is Monday-Friday 8a-5p, overtime when needed. How will you make a difference? As a member of the Purchasing Team, you will be responsible for sourcing, evaluating, and procuring goods and services for company by identifying suitable suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring timely delivery of products, while maintaining quality standards and cost effectiveness. The ideal candidate will be focused, detail oriented and have good communication skills. What do we want to know about you? High School Diploma or GED with a minimum of 5 years related experience in Purchasing/Manufacturing OR Bachelor's degree in related field.

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