Position Summary:  Responsible for the purchasing functions of Danville facility.  Ensures the raw materials, outsourcing activities, and purchased materials are available when needed for their respective functions.Responsibilities and Authority:Perform complex vendor negotiations and contract set up.Purchase raw materials to ensure it is available when production is ready to produce.  This includes placing POs, monitoring inventory levels, communicating with suppliers, ensuring receipt of materials.Utilize MRD/Kanban systems in the process of planning and inventory management.Strategically reviews the purchasing history, demands, and purchasing strategy for making modifications to the ordering process affecting the inventory KPIs and desired pricing metrics.Coordinates data, tasks, and projects with the Warewash Sourcing Team and Corporate Strategic Sourcing departments.Communicates and consults with engineering, quality and operations on design changes and quality improvements.Assist and work on specialty regulatory projects and supply chain integrity programs including vendor performance ratings.Assist in PLS & 80/20 Activities to minimize our purchasing activity, determine better purchasing strategies, and identify potential improvements to our supply chain.Perform administrative tasks such as investigative inventory discrepancies, invoice verifications and resolution of receipts.
