Buyer/Supply Chain Manager - Fabrication

Job Description

Job Description

Buyer/Supply Chain Manager – Fabrication

 
Thank you for your interest in joining the Phillips Tank & Structure (PTS) team! We design, engineer, construct, and repair above-ground steel storage tanks and other related structures. Headquartered in Braddock, Pennsylvania, PTS is a growing company with a family-like culture. We have active projects in various industries, such as petroleum, power, chemical, and renewable fuels markets, throughout the United States. PTS utilizes state-of-the-art 3D modelling software to produce detailed design and fabrication drawings that are the best in the industry.

Job Summary
We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Buyer/Supply Chain Manager to oversee purchasing, vendor management, inventory control, and overall supply chain performance of our welding and fabrication shop. This role plays a critical part in ensuring materials and services are sourced efficiently, cost-effectively, and delivered on time to support production and project schedules. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, collaborative, and comfortable working in a fast-paced fabrication or manufacturing environment.

  Compensation : Commensurate with experience.  Included is an IT Allowance of $35 per month, plus a company laptop computer. Benefits : Competitive Benefits. Available on the 1st of the month after a 30-day waiting period from the hire date. PTS pays approximately 60% and employees pay 40% of medical benefits premiums. Employees pay 100% for all other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off. Status : Full-time/Hourly (Overtime Non-Exempt). NOTE: Compensation, benefits, and other position details are subject to PTS’ policies and procedures.  
Responsibilities

• • Review daily Purchase Order delivery log and check in material.
  • Label drawings.
  • Track and gather heat numbers and transfer to drawings.
  • Build MTR (Material Test Report) package for outgoing shipments.
  • File miscellaneous QC paperwork.
  • Attend daily production meeting with Project Managers & Shop Leadership.
  • Purchase raw materials for upcoming jobs and for inventory replenishment.
  • Set up burn files in PTS systems.
  • Maintain records on inventory of raw materials, buyouts and fabricated items.
• Identify and prioritize long lead time/critical path items.
• Determine which vendors are best suited to fulfill the project requirements based on price, lead time, proximity and other factors.
• Obtain quotes and issue purchase orders.
• Communicate with PTS and outside vendors as needed to help ensure the effective execution of the work.
• Review and approve vendor bills.
• Ensure invoiced amounts are correct and vendors furnish all required QC, insurance and other applicable backup documentation.
• Assist with preparing backup documentation and calculations necessary for invoicing T&M jobs.
• Ensure Procurement Standards and Procedures are followed, and files are organized.
• Understand the project budget and communicating any anticipated or actual cost overruns to the Project Management Group.
• Understand the strengths, weaknesses and capabilities of vendors.
• Locate and evaluate potential new vendors and ways to reduce costs or increase efficiency.
• Assist with developing or improving tank design standards and specifications.
• Develop and maintain Procurement systems and process files to foster teamwork, uniformity and transparency.
• Conduct root cause analysis and corrective action plans for vendor quality or delivery issues.
• Promote all aspects of Total Quality Management (TQM) program.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or a related field
• Excellent planning skills and attention to detail
• Solid reading, writing, and communication skills
• Self-motivated problem solver
• Organized and analytical
• Team-player; eager to learn and improve
• Proficiency in MS Excel and MS Word
• proficiency in Google Drive and Google Sheets
• ERP knowledge/experience
• Willingness to ask for help or delegate as needed
• Love of continuous improvement and problem solving
• Belief in: “There is always a better way to do something”

To Apply :
If interested, complete the job application from PTS’ website at
PTS is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

 

 

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