Temporary Purchasing Assistant

Remote Raw Material Process SpecialistWork Model: This role can be performed remotely from an approved location, with flexibility based on business needs and applicable requirements.Summary:Responsible for raw material processes including procurement through Kanban, Plan for Every Part (PFEP), and audit processes which are necessary to support production requirements across value streams. This position will report directly to Material Manager but will work closely with Buyers.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Duties include but are not limited to:Daily release management and Kanban card execution, including data entry of releases (Kanban ordering), reprinting, and tracking cardsProcess supplier acknowledgements and communicate exceptions to buyersConduct regular analysis to anticipate and resolve potential problemsInvestigate late material.Manage packaging visual management system/Central storageProcess various purchasing reports and incident reportsOwn SAP & Access purchasing data filesConduct routine Kanban Card audits and countsIssue indirect PO's for MRO and service items as neededAssist production with home location identification and overall warehouse customization through PFEPAdministrative duties including data entry and necessary departmental coverage.Other raw material related functions may also be assignedCritical Competencies:Knowledge of Lean, thorough knowledge of Kanban principles, product component knowledge and assembly processesExperienced SAP userProfessional and excellent oral and written communication skillsStrong attention to detailStrong project and time management skills, as well as math and analytical skillsAbility to work collaboratively with all functions to build positive relationships throughout the entire organizationAbility to problem solve and the ability to multi-taskEducation and Experience Requirements:High School Diploma, required. Advanced degree, preferred2+ years inventory, material handling, or material presentation experience, preferredProficiency in MS Office suite, requiredPrevious experience in SAP (ERP), preferredPhysical Demands and Work Environment:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and peripheral vision.The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal.