- Prepare and issue purchase/ job orders for production materials, floor stock items and other necessary purchases/ planning to support business operations according to customer requirements, quality standards or engineering bill of materials.
- Complete required paperwork for purchasing/ planning materials or supplies, ensuring appropriate approvals are obtained before procurement/ planning.
- Enter purchase/ job orders data and maintain MRP database to ensure accurate inventory records.
- Utilize approved vendors for high volume items to achieve cost-saving targets for assigned commodities and materials.
- Coordinate deliveries and requirements with vendors, as well as monitor and assess vendor performance.
- Manage commodity and material purchase price discrepancies.
- Keep purchasing/ scheduling files and materials organized and up to date.
- Update engineering change order files and inform vendors of any alterations to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Create and analyze reports related to assigned commodities and materials.
- Collaborate with engineering, production, quality, vendors, and other departments to resolve issues.
- Communicate with vendors to gather product or service details such as pricing, availability, or delivery schedules.
- Review and negotiate vendor proposals and agreements within budgetary constraints and authority scope.
- Participate in supplier/vendor visits with the quality department and operations management to assess new sources and aid in addressing production, design, quality, and delivery challenges.
- Minimum of 2 years' experience in a manufacturing environment procuring/ planning materials.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Outlook. Quick to adapt to new software.
- Ability to manage and execute multiple projects concurrently, work independently, plan effectively, and work with minimal supervision.
- Previous experience with MRP software.
- Strong problem-solving abilities.
- Effective planning, organizational, time management, and prioritization skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Buyer/Planner - I - Coffeyville, United States - NOV
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ABOUT US
Every day, the oil and gas industry's top professionals leverage over 150 years of combined expertise to assist customers in achieving enduring success.
We Drive the Industry that Fuels the Global Economy
Operating across all regions worldwide and throughout drilling and production sectors, our consortium of companies offers the technical proficiency, advanced tools, and operational backing required for current and future accomplishments.
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