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Spectris
Marlborough, USA
Full-time
Entry · 0–2 years experience
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Key Responsibilities:

  • Identifies and qualifies new low-cost suppliers for quality raw materials.
  • Reviews MRP and take action as required.
  • Maintains purchase orders and other required documents to ensure compliance.
  • Problem solves issues for accounting, receiving and quality.
  • Manages supplier activity to ensure the timely release of purchase orders and timely arrival of materials in the plant.
  • Ensures competitive pricing from the supplier base.
  • Analyzes and adjusts as necessary purchasing activities that are affected by changes in raw material and equipment.
  • Manages supplier relationships and performance to ensure performance targets are achieved.
  • Participates in and assists lead with Continual Improvement initiatives.
  • Purchases MRO requirements.
  • Assists with Engineering Change Requests which apply to assigned commodities.

Required Qualifications:

  • Must be a local candidate in Massachusetts.
  • Associate’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or related field
  • 0-2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Strong team collaboration and cross-functional communication
  • Computer knowledge of Microsoft Applications
  • Knowledge of MPS/MRP scheduling systems
  • Knowledge of Inventory Control applications

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or related field
  • 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Attention to detail, analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Self-motivated and disciplined with a strong desire to succeed, learn, and drive positive change
  • Negotiation and vendor communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Work Environment:
  • Office-based with frequent interaction with production teams
  • Occasional supplier visits or audits may be required
  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States full-time and will not require sponsorship either now or in the future to obtain an employment visa.

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