Job description

Overview:

Tekwissen Group is a workforce management provider throughout the USA and many other countries in the world. The below job opportunity is to one of Our clients who offer biotechnology product development services. The Company focuses on providing laboratory equipment, chemicals, supplies and services used in healthcare, scientific research, safety, and education.

Position: Procurement Specialist III
Location: West Hills, CA,91304
Job Duration:6 Months
Work Type:Onsite
Job Type: Contract

Job Description:

• The Procurement Sourcing Specialist III is responsible for all functions needed to ensure the lowest total cost of purchased materials.
• This role’s primary objective is to balance maximum product availability with strategic inventory plans.
• Will provide service to our customers and clients through the placement and monitoring of orders.
• Process telephone, mail, email and fax orders; provide pricing, availability, cross-reference, researching & sourcing of products for customers; up-sells best buy/ first choice/and other products as requested; coordinating with vendors, negotiating contracts, analyzing costs, managing logistics and finding ways to reduce procurement costs. Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills are a must.

Key Responsibilities:

• The duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
• Responsible for understanding and implementing relevant company and department policies and procedures.
• Responsible and accountable for maintenance of a safe work environment including proper training for personnel at the site.
• Researches, analyzes, and forecasts current and future buying trends.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Be able to do Supplier quality management and balanced scorecard tracking.
• Be able to lead and do Supplier sourcing and validation.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and, at times, stressful environment.
• Complete other tasks as needed or directed by Management.
• All required SOP’s and quality records must be updated to reflect current work.
• Involvement with the development of tools and methods that are required to make Practical Process Improvement (PPI) a success within the Business Unit in order to improve processes, strengthen quality and drive efficiency.
• Strong analytical ability including the ability to effectively use data in problem solving and to evaluate process changes and impacts.
• To work in a cGMP environment with focus on by maintaining quality service by establishing and enforcing organization standards.
• Review suppliers for compliance with company’s quality criteria.
• Must be able to independently manage multiple complex projects concurrently while meeting target dated. Capture sourcing savings and report out to Management.
• Strong computer skills and experience with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Utilizing SAP knowledge and experience in a manufacturing environment will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and implementing strategic and optimal production plans.
• Coordinate the planning of schedules and inventory control parameters for the assigned products and services consistent with ERP and/or MRP requirements or as arranged with requisitions.
• Initiate purchase orders and amendments based on forecasted demand.
• Maintain standard lead-times and service objectives in the ERP system, while minimizing the use air freight and other expedite costs.
• Manage supplier relationships with current and prospective suppliers to determine supply capabilities, transportation logistics inventory control and management; negotiates prices and delivery terms with guidance from a Procurement Supervisor or the Procurement Division Business Partner for assigned responsibilities and assesses financial risks of purchases.
• Coordinate as appropriate quality matters and engineering changes/developments between company activities and suppliers.
• Prepare accurate and timely reports to Management.
• Support KPI performance metrics for inventory health, purchase order management, vendor performance, and PPV.
• Provide buyer level support for the department as needed.
• Responsible developing sourcing strategies, coordinating with vendors, negotiating contracts, analyzing costs, managing logistics and finding ways to reduce procurement costs.
• Collaborate closely with other teams and departments to complete highest priority work as directed.
• Quickly escalate a problem that cannot be resolved to Management.
• Travel as needed based on the business impact, audit, performance evaluation, negotiation, etc...

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or other business-related discipline.
• 3-5 years of relevant procurement experience in a manufacturing supply chain and/ or Medical Device industry.
• Certification in CPIM or CSCP is a plus.
• Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills combined with practical business acumen.
• Srong oral, written and presentation skills, confident negotiator, and strong multitasking and organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a global matrix and cross-functional team environment with Operations and with internal and external customers.
• Proficiency with ERP systems SAP
• Fluent in Microsoft Windows and Office (Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint).
• Excellent planning and time management skills.
• Extensive knowledge in capital equipment procurement
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize when necessary.
• Be a self-starter with the ability to positively motivate others in a cooperative fashion.
• Encourage/challenge self for continuous improvement.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive laboratory and business data.
• Ensure all processes are in adherence of cGMP and GDP.
• Ensure compliance with corporate, site, and regulatory policies, practices, and guidelines
• Can make day by day decision in absent of Supervisor.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

• Work in office/computer/analysis.
• Normal manufacturing environment
• Position may require frequent communication and walking to other areas in which designated PPE will be required
• Position will require sitting and/or standing for prolonged periods of time

Employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
Must be able to work hours required to get the job done.

TekWissen® Group is an equal opportunity/affirmative action Employer (m/f/d/v) supporting workforce diversity

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Salary: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• West Hills, CA 91304: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• How many years of procurement experience do you have in the manufacturing supply chain and/ or Medical Device industry?
• How many years of experience do you have with SAP?
• Do you have Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification?

Work Location: One location

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