Sr. Supply Chain Planner & Buyer

Responsibilities

· Manage leadtime, purchases, pulls in and rescheduling of shipments based on customer’s forecast and project requirements.

· Source, negotiate, and purchase goods for AMAX following established policies and procedures.

· Provide appropriate input into the development and implementation of sourcing strategies.

· Participate, review, negotiate and monitor suppliers' contracts.

· Conduct various phases of formal cost reduction programs. Investigate all aspects; consult with others concerned or potentially affected; develop recommendations for actions; and follow through as appropriate.

· Pursue projects and solve problems of very broad and significant importance, scope, and/or complexity involving activities such as identifying the problem, designing the approach, gathering data, arriving at conclusions, recommending action, implementing the action, following up on procedures, and administering control and reporting phases.

· Undertake and execute studies and projects related to new products or processes; product modifications, modernization of existing processes, etc.; make appropriate studies and consultations; analyze and evaluate findings; contribute own constructive ideas; investigate new processing equipment possibilities; evaluate economic aspects of the project; develop recommendations accordingly. On approved projects, participate in operations planning and layout, and follow through during installation.

· Conduct or participate in statistical process studies to determine the extent and cause of process variation. Establish the need for process control and identify appropriate manual, statistical, or computer-assisted methods for control. Monitor process performance for continued adequacy.

· Develop estimated costs to manufacture special items requested by Marketing or customers. Determine the method of fabrication for special orders. Develop estimated costs and processing sheets for special production orders. Update specials program and other duties as required.

Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Well‑developed computer skills including MS Office.

Team player with proven execution in all phases of projects.

Excellent communication skills.

3+ years in manufacturing a plus.

Six‑Sigma and/or Lean experience is desirable but not required. However, the desire to acquire these skills is a must.

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible spending account
• Commuter benefits
• Disability insurance

AMAX is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants and provide equal employment opportunities regardless of age, race, gender, or other legally protected characteristics.