Buyer Purchasing (supply chain/logistics/manufacturing)..

Cleaveland/Price specializes in the design and manufacture of high voltage disconnect switches and switch automation products. Products have been developed and tested in accordance with IEEE, ANSI, and NEMA standards for high voltage equipment. They are primarily used by investor-owned and public electric utilities and large industrial operations in substation, distribution, transmission, and generation applications.

All company operations take place in a modern 218,300 sq. ft. multi-site facility situated on 20 acres east of Trafford, PA. The facility houses virtually all resources for product realization, including engineering, supply chain, parts fabrication, electro-mechanical assembly, and testing. Fabrication capabilities include laser and plasma cutting, CNC machining, CNC punching, and automated bending and forming. The company also utilizes specialized processes, such as MIG and TIG welding, friction welding, silver and tin electroplating, and silver brazing.

Your Goal Cleaveland / Price is seeking an experienced manufacturing procurement professional for an international materials purchasing/planning position within our Purchasing Department. The ideal candidate will be capable of scheduling materials to meet demanding deadlines, negotiating with domestic and international suppliers, and placing purchase orders to meet on-time targets. The Procurement Specialist will have sole ownership of all global vendors and vendor relations, assuring clear and concise communication with manufacturing production and wholesalers. The position is responsible for the general procurement process, seeking new and potential supplier relationships, placing purchase orders with suppliers, understanding priorities, and expediting urgent requirements. Your Responsibilities Develops and maintains ongoing relationships with current and preferred suppliers, both domestic and international

Utilizes the material requirements planning system to understand demand and supply targets

Works directly with freight forwarders; understands the trends and challenges of freight forwarding for both pricing and capacity

Seeks opportunities through negotiation for better pricing/delivery terms

Maintains relevant information and purchase orders in related computer system(s), including detailed notes for follow-up and expediting to ensure on-time deliveries

Develop, negotiate, and implement strategies resulting in improved supply chain performance, enhanced product quality, innovative technology, and maximum value

International procurement experience, including general knowledge of import/export compliance, is a plus

Analyzes scopes of supply and contract agreements, carries out risk analyses, and introduces negotiation recommendations together with commodity management to prepare for negotiations with suppliers and initiate appropriate measures

Confirms compliance and maintenance of all applicable local and international laws and regulations

Ensures that operational performance improvement is a continuous effort and overall performance meets the needs of our customers

Assures safety stock and inventory level management

Qualifications Your Background BS in business, supply chain management, or a related field with a minimum of 5 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment

Experience with production/manufacturing, including electronic component and assembly environments, is preferred

Proven background working with international/overseas suppliers, including importing processes, customs, and global logistics

Drives significant cost savings through network optimization, competitive bidding processes, and direct negotiations

The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing, and viewing a computer terminal.

Ability to wear standard personal protective equipment (PPE) while on the shop floor or in other work areas where mandated (i.e ., Company - paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan with company match : a 6% dollar - for - dollar match , along with a profit - sharing deposit after one year of service

Company - paid life insurance with the option to purchase additional voluntary life insurance

Company - paid short- and long-term disability and AD&D insurance

Company - paid Employee Assistance Program

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