Supply Chain Transportation Specialist - Milwaukee, WI, United States - BuildSubmarines

Description

We are a global leader in safety, identification and compliance solutions for a diverse range of workplaces.

From the depths of the ocean to outer space, from the factory floor to the delivery room - we're just about everywhere you look.

Companies around the world trust Brady because of our deep expertise and knowledge across a wide range of industries and applications - powered by our world-class manufacturing capabilities.

We have a diverse customer base in industries including electronics, telecommunications, manufacturing, electrical, construction, healthcare, aerospace and more. As of July 31, 2023, Brady employed approximately 5,600 people worldwide. Brady stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol BRC.

And with deeply rooted values, no matter where you work at Brady, you'll feel connected to the community through our charitable contributions and opportunities to give back.

As a purchasing agent for the organization, the buyer will coordinate and be responsible for, activities involved with procuring planning of goods and services such as raw materials, FG production, resale items, or indirect supplies to support our daily operational needs.

Support of purchasing and planning duties will be through our ERP system, Inventory Kanbans and product launches for a manufacturing and distribution site.

Monitor production progress, material inventories, and other factors affecting a production schedule.
Manages the total inventory dollar.
Create, confirm, and monitor purchase order progress, material inventories, and other factors affecting purchased items.
Manage Quality Notices and Returns Purchase Orders.
Review, address and resolve Logistics Issues with Supplier/Brady Logistics team.
Analyze purchase requisitions and review for accuracy and completion.
Follow proper channels to obtain purchase authorization according to company policy.

Investigate and identify new sources for obsolete or discontinued parts and products using criteria such as lead time, quality and cost.

Explain and clarify purchasing procedures to internal departments as well as vendors.
Assist with supplier relationship so we can keep a strong partnership.
Resolve any invoice issues with the accounts payable team.
Maintain Purchasing Master Data-Pricing, contacts, vendor changes, lead time, set-up new / reactivate old vendors.
Work with all Brady team members to provide excellent on time delivery to our customers.
Identify and obtain any purchasing or planning cost savings and improvements.
Determine the correct method to process purchase requisitions depending on total cost, timeliness, competitive bidding, and existing contracts.
Make purchase decisions in accordance with company procedures and regulations.

Sourcing, Engineering, R D, Manufacturing, Quality, Receiving, and Master Schedulers to clarify purchase requisitions, identify departmental needs, and refine specifications for future purchase orders.

Bachelor's degree in Business/Supply Chain Management.
Minimum 1 year of experience in a manufacturing, distribution or inventory environment.
Minimum 3 years' experience in purchasing, supplier and materials management.
Proficient with MS Office or similar type of operating system.
Knowledge of SAP preferred.
Complete insurance coverage with many starting on first day of employment - medical, dental, vision, life.
Employee Assistance Program (behavioral health, family counseling).
Tuition reimbursement.
Paid vacation, holidays, and personal/sick time.