[KIT-list] Purchasing Manager (Fremont, CA)

Saturday, December 04, 2021

If you are interested in this role, please submit your application, including your resume, to careers@alterg.com

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AlterG is looking for a talented, self-motivated, organized and committed individual for the Purchasing Manger position to lead the purchasing team at our headquarters located in Fremont, CA. This is a fully time, non-exempt job reporting to the VP of Operations.

POSITION SUMMARY
The Purchasing Manager will oversee and direct the activities of the purchasing department, as well as hires and manages appropriate team members. Collaborates with other departments and leadership to identify and develop needs and requirements for equipment, materials, products, and acceptable substitutions, to meet AlterG business plan and forecast objectives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
• Assesses current material availability; reasonably predicts future availability based on the market, delivery systems, and other variables.
• Ensures that the MRP system accurately represents current lead-times and that the forecast is maintained at all times such that Purchasing is on track for materials on-hand, on-order and that inventory turns are within stated bounds.
• Responsible for managing the COGS for products, working with Engineering on alternative constructions and suppliers to maintain target margins.
• Ensure that New Product Development is supported to ensure on-time and on-cost product releases.
• Drafts, explains, and implements instructions, policies, and procedures for purchasing and contract management.
• Evaluates and approves conditions for issuing and awarding bids.
• Resolves grievances with vendors, contractors, and suppliers.
• Acts as the company's representative in negotiations with suppliers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)
• Minimum 3 years supervising purchasing in a manufacturing environment and/or engineering environment.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills with the ability to effectively train others.
• Understanding of business and management principles.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proven negotiation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Solid understanding of MRP/ERP systems and applications, BOM structures, ECO's, and material planning procedures. NetSuite / Demand Caster knowledge a plus
• Ability to work well across departmental lines, must interface with internal and external personnel at all levels
• Computer literacy and proficiency with MS Office applications
• AA Degree required. Bachelor's Degree or higher preferred
• CPM Desirable

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Sit and type for extended duration.

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents may be required to complete other miscellaneous responsibilities as required.

If you are interested, submit your application, including your resume, to careers@alterg.com.




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[KIT-list] Buyer (Fremont, CA)

If you are interested in this role, please submit your application, including your resume, to careers@alterg.com

You are welcome to share this with a friend or colleague!


AlterG is looking for a talented, self-motivated, organized and committed individual for the Buyer position to support our manufacturing operations at our headquarters located in Fremont, CA. This is a fully time, non-exempt job reporting to the Purchasing Manager.

POSITION SUMMARY
Review, plan, interpret and implement material requirement purchases of machined, fabricated, electronic components and assemblies per MRP action reports to meet AlterG business plan and forecast objectives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
• Maintain parts master information for assigned parts, determine lead time and make recommendations for standard cost changes
• Work closely with Operations staff to expedite resolution of material shortages to maintain production requirements.
• Receive output from MRP system, interpret and place orders with approved suppliers for material to support production plan. Flexible to handle changing needs and purchasing requirements.
• Create and manage PO's to suppliers based upon actual demand
• Review production schedule and MRP action reports to ensure parts are received to maintain weekly production needs.
• Track open PO's for on-time delivery. Expedite as required. Ability to compare actual needs with system needs and purchase accordingly.
• Work with QC and supplier to disposition non-compliant items using MRB guidelines.
• Negotiate with suppliers on various cost-savings initiatives

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)
• Minimum 5 years purchasing in an electronics manufacturing environment and/or engineering environment including knowledge of machined, sheet metal, paint, and plating and processes
• Solid understanding of MRP/ERP systems and applications, BOM structures, ECO's, and material planning procedures. NetSuite / Demand Caster knowledge a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Ability to work well across departmental lines, must interface with internal and external personnel at all levels
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a deadline-oriented environment
• Computer literacy and proficiency with MS Office applications
• High School Degree required. AA Degree preferred, ISO also a plus.


PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Sit and type for extended duration.
The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents may be required to complete other miscellaneous responsibilities as required.

If you are interested, submit your application, including your resume, to careers@alterg.com.


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