Purchasing Associate II

Summary

Lincoln Electric has an outstanding opportunity for a Purchasing Associate supporting our Baker Industries site located in Macomb, MI. The Purchasing Associate is responsible for managing relationships with suppliers for direct and indirect goods and services.  Previous experience desired in buying or purchased product planning.  The role includes executing purchasing requirements sourced by the Senior Buyers or from the corporate centers-led programs.  Quoting and procuring MRO and non-strategic requirements for the location, while collaborating with the local management team and corporate centers-led management group.

What You Will Do

• Owns their respective suppliers’ performance and related corrective actions necessary to meet and improve our operational performance
• Works closely with other departments to identify, evaluate, and develop qualified suppliers for assigned purchase requirements
• Participates in local management meetings, gaining a better understanding of the immediate priorities locally while communicating progress
• Manages external supply risk associated with supplier selections, including alternative sourcing strategies, inventory safety stocks, and supplier inventory programs (examples: VMI, Consignment, and other solutions to minimize risk)
• Improves Working Capital (WC) through stocking programs, extended payment terms and utilization of established Supply Chain Financing (SCF) program where appropriate
• Considers cost variables when selecting suppliers during the sourcing process (examples: logistic selections, title transfer, INCO terms, training, technical support, payment terms, pricing, lead times, order quantities, warranty, liabilities, and other factors based on specific budget and schedule requirements)
• Serves as member of cross-functional project teams to implement the most cost-effective value for procurement alternatives
• Establishes purchased material Standard Cost and provides forward guidance to expected cost variances. Communicates supply cost factor changes on a monthly basis while recognizing the importance to quoting and overall profit performance of the company
• Prepares and manages Requests for Quotation, Information, or Proposals (RFx) of local sourcing requirements while utilizing Ariba E-Sourcing Platform
• Provides suppliers with forecasts and production schedule information as needed
• Engages in Continuous Improvement (CI) process for operational improvements of assigned procurement processes, including improvement in SAP transactions, master data accuracy, and implementation of new business systems related to S2P processes
• Manages and executes Supplier Onboarding process in accordance with all current policies and procedures
• Has intimate knowledge of ITAR/CMMC procurement compliance requirements
• Other tasks assigned as a valued member of the organization

Education and Experience Required

• Note: due to ITAR considerations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen
• Minimum 2 years in a related procurement role with a bachelor’s degree; previous years of experience and professional referrals considered in lieu of education requirement
• Thorough working knowledge of purchasing policies, processes, and procedures for a publicly traded company as well as ITAR/CMMC compliance requirements
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as Part Prints, Bills of Material, Manufacturing Routings, and Job Order Forms
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, analysis, and problem-solving skills
• Strong computer proficiency with experience using Microsoft Office Suite and SAP or similar ERP
• Knowledge and experience using consumption-based and forecast-based planning methods
• Ability to prioritize work and adapt your work schedule to meet deadlines
• Demonstrate a strong attention to detail
• Previous procurement experience in an ISO-9001 or equivalent Quality Management System (QMS)

Export Control Disclaimer

This position will include access to data, technology, and/or software source code that is subject to U.S. export controls under International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Employment with The Lincoln Electric Company (D/B/A Baker Industries) is contingent upon either verifying U.S. person status or obtaining any necessary authorizations. Applicants will be required to answer certain questions for export control purposes and information will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. The Lincoln Electric Company, at its sole discretion, may choose not to apply for a license for such individuals whose access to export-controlled data, technology, and/or software source code may require authorization. The Lincoln Electric Company may also decline to proceed with an applicant on this basis alone.