Raw Materials & Purchasing Coordinator

Primary Role Focus

Raw Materials - Assist the Purchasing Supervisor with projects, planning and forecasting.

Purchasing - Responsible for sourcing components required for planned and project demands in a timely manner to ensure schedules are met.

This role reports to the Purchasing Supervisor.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

Raw Materials (75%}

Prepare drawing packages for sourcing materials and work with purchasing for job quotations and possible orders
Ensure Raw Material inventory levels are consistent with project completions and MRP
Assist with forecasting and maintenance of Raw Material inventory
Production planning of raw materials
Source materials for forecasts and project developments
Maintain Raw Material inventory counts in Navision
Assist with Raw Material count and reconciliation
Assist suppliers in maintaining inventory levels and mill orders; updating Vendor Portal as required
Review Engineering Change Notices (ECN) and Engineering Request Forms (ERF) for raw material impact
Prepare manufacturing design review drawing packages and spreadsheet for Purchasing Supervisor to review

Purchasing (25%}

Set priorities, schedule and initiate requests for quotations and issue Purchase Orders
Update ERP system with required information (item cards, vendor information, pricing ... etc.)
Monitor, expedite and troubleshoot orders through to completion and update ERP system as required
Maintain accurate flow of information and updates to all stakeholders
Work with Accounts Payable department to ensure all vendor invoices are processed accurately and timely
Develop an understanding of supplier base and their capabilities

All

Position Requirements

5 - 10 years of experience in purchasing or supply chain related to manufacturing
Experience in an oilfield manufacturing environment is preferred
Experience in Raw Materials procurement or sales is an asset
Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook)
Proficient with Navision or other ERP systems
Purchasing experience within a manufacturing or warehouse environment
Experience in or working knowledge of Purchasing departments
Data orientated with the ability to draw conclusions
Proficient reading and understanding of engineering drawings

Education and Training

High school diploma or equivalent is required
Post-secondary degree, diploma or certificate is preferred (e.g. commerce degree, SCMP, Inventory and Production management certificate)

Physical and Safety Requirements

Extended periods of sitting at a desk and use of a computer, keyboard and mouse
This role is not Safety Sensitive, but is Subject to post-incident and reasonable-cause drug & alcohol testing

Competencies

Packers Plus Values

Role Competencies