SUMMARY: Assists the Procurement team in purchasing manufacturing materials and MRO (maintenance, repair and operating) items and supplies by performing the following duties:             

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Procures materials through manufacturers and/or their designated representatives, OEM’s, and other suppliers as necessary.
  


• Expedites purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery and acceptable supplier performance.


• Maintains current and accurate records as appropriate


• Uses system tools available to maximize efficiency and productivity


• Reviews and analyzes the MRP exception report and works to resolve open issues with the vendor and the specific internal SATS department/area affected.


• Understands and utilizes basic purchasing tools such as blanket PO’s, standing orders

QUALIFICATIONS:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• 1-3 years of Purchasing experience preferred


• Must have a comprehensive understanding of the SATS business model and understand the role and impact of procurement in that model


• SAP experience preferred; MRP experience a must


• Analytical computer skills with Microsoft Office products


• Strong communication, teambuilding, and interpersonal skills necessary.


• Must be detail oriented


• Strong administrative and organizational skills are essential.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: 

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. 


• Ability to read and write in English. 


• Ability to speak effectively with employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:  Basic math skills required.