Overview
Key responsibilities include inventory management and control, ordering parts and materials, as well as to supporting food safety and quality practices.
Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate inventory records through data entry and inventory control systems,
- Facilitates Continuous Improvement initiatives and projects for processes related to MRO purchases.
- Prepares RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs for product categories and completes bid evaluations.
- Works closely with outside vendors and contractors to negotiate cost
- Manage parts procurement processes by sourcing suppliers, negotiating pricing, and coordinating purchasing activities to meet production demands.
- Support warehouse management functions by organizing stock locations, conducting regular cycle counts, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborate with procurement management to forecast demand planning needs and optimize inventory levels.
- Maintain strong supplier relationships through effective communication, negotiation, and performance monitoring.
- Coordinate with maintenance technicians to fulfill parts requests in a timely manner.
- Support logistics activities related to shipping, receiving, and distribution within the manufacturing environment.
- Provide excellent customer service by addressing internal department requests promptly and accurately.
Skills
- Proven experience in supply chain management, procurement management, or warehouse experience within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of inventory management systems
- Familiarity with shipping & receiving procedures, logistics coordination, and sourcing strategies.
- Mechanical aptitude combined with experience in manufacturing and logistics
- Proficiency in data entry, demand planning tools, and inventory control techniques.
- Ability to operate forklifts safely and efficiently; familiarity with warehouse equipment is preferred.
- Strong customer service orientation with effective communication skills across diverse teams.
- Knowledge of procurement processes including sourcing strategies and vendor evaluation.
- Understanding of FDA, GMP and Food Safety guidelines preferred
Benefits Offered Through Express:
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Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability & Accidental Loss Benefits
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401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
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Six Paid Holidays per calendar year; eligibility requirements apply
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Paid Sick Leave in accordance with WA state law
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Other Compensation: Referral Bonuses; eligibility requirements apply