Buyer - Manufacturing and Supply Chain Purchasing

Req ID 88374 | Elec Op - Marshall, United States ZF Active Safety and Electronics US LLC
The Supply Chain team is a fast-paced, collaborative group focused on ensuring seamless material flow, supplier coordination, and on-time delivery to meet customer demands. They work closely across functions to proactively manage shortages, optimize inventory, and drive continuous process improvements in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

What you can look forward to as Supply Chain Specialist:
Run customer-specific bill of material checks
Compile weekly SMT tracker demand for shortage components
Understand plant usage and customer run-out dates and escalate shortages as needed
Address carrier delivery issues for inbound/outbound material.
Compile Customer Tracker info as needed
Expedite material shortages and provide purchasing support
Ensure balance of stock on-hand between plants during shortages
Understand material flow within plant – SAP locations and transactions

Your profile as Supply Chain Specialist:
Proficient in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables & V-lookup).
Minimum of four years of experience in production/supplier planning and purchasing/supply chain management.
Bachelors degree in a related field, an Associates degree in a related field with a minimum of seven years’ experience in production/supplier planning and purchasing/supply chain management; or a high school diploma with ten years of experience in production/supplier planning and purchasing/supply chain management.
Automotive industry experience.
Experience using SAP.
Exceptional data entry skills.
Paid Holidays

• A strong diversity culture
• Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities

Be part of our ZF team as Supply Chain Specialist and apply now!

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