Purchasing Coordinator

Fantastic Opportunity to Be Part of a Great Team!

Blair Rubber Co. is the manufacturer of and worldwide supplier of roofing membranes and ancillary products, and rubber linings which protect vessels and equipment from corrosion and abrasion in the harshest chemical environments. We deliver the shortest lead times in the industry and utilize the highest equipment technology to support our process.

Job Description

Job Description

The Purchasing Coordinator role is responsible for procuring all supplies and materials needed by the facility at competitive prices and terms, maintaining appropriate inventory levels to meet production and business needs.  Develop market analysis of the raw materials required by the plant and provide the management with information to assist in operational decision-making.  This individual will work closely with operations, vendors, business personnel and accounts payable to ensure that an efficient and effective procurement to payment process is in place.   This position reports directly to the Plant Manager.   

This position is onsite, not a remote role.

Responsibilities

• Analyze market to assess present and future material availability and determine cost effective procurement strategies for the company.
• Locate vendors of materials, equipment, or supplies, and interview them to determine product availability and terms of sale.
• Implement purchasing and contract management instructions, policies, and procedures.
• Represent company in negotiating and communicating with suppliers.
• Participate in the development of specifications for equipment, products, or substitute materials.
• Prepare/process requisitions and purchase orders for supplies, raw materials, services and equipment.
• Review purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy.
• Maintain records of goods ordered and received.
• Ensure purchased items are delivered timely and as specified on the purchase order.
• Work directly with Maintenance to support maintenance activities and spare parts procurement.
• Review, evaluate, and approve specifications for issuing requisitions.
• Administer on-line purchasing systems.
• Arrange for disposal of surplus materials.
• Provide leadership for the manufacturing clerk ensuring all manufacturing, inventory control, and shipping data is accurate and properly accounted for in the plant’s operating systems.

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience in purchasing, preferably in a manufacturing environment or equivalent related experience.
• Experience with ERP systems, JD Edwards preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to establish priorities and work effectively in a team environment.
• Independent professional requiring minimal day-to-day direction or oversight.
• Good analytical skills including assimilating, consolidating, and reporting.
• Excellent data entry skills – attention to detail required.
• Excellent written, verbal and computer skills (MS Office, SharePoint, etc.)
• Ability to learn new programs quickly.
• Proven time management skills
• Knowledge of production methods and coordination of resources.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices.

Benefits of Employment: Blair Rubber Company recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of Blair Rubber Company is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with Blair Rubber Company. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, Blair Rubber Company. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.

Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment: Blair Rubber Company is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. Blair Rubber Company encourages and welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.