Job Summary:
Under limited supervision, performs a variety of intermediate-level tasks relating to the purchasing and material planning functions. This is a fully qualified position requiring work on problems of moderate scope where the analysis of situations or data requires a review of identifiable factors. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Purchase materials, components, equipment, and services from a variety of sources for the operation of the organization
• Maintain current supply sources and vendor relationships
• Coordinate purchasing activities with the engineering, manufacturing, and production functions to maintain inventory at planned levels
• Monitor the schedule and scope of assigned commodities to ensure best quality at best value
• Effectively communicate schedule and forecast to suppliers
• Follow-up on schedule activity with suppliers and Buyers
• Assist Buyers in follow-up of engineering changes with Suppliers
• Participate in evaluating vendor reliability, when required
• Plan material availability in synchronization with the final assembly build schedule
• Plan and monitor the flow of material from the receipt of demand through the manufacturing process
• Review order promising activities to ensure level capacity demand
• Provide order administration with status and delivery information
• Identify and remove obstacles that will hinder schedule performance
• Reschedule the shop floor as required to meet lead time requirements
• Implement planning/database requirements for new parts
• Insures the integrity of the MRP database
• Maintains recommended inventory levels for assigned parts and manages the planning information to realize objectives at the least cost
• Implements supply and demand changes, and incorporates engineering changes in a timely fashion
• Makes recommendations to improve product velocity, lower aggregate inventory levels, and/or reduce overall costs
• Provide excellent customer service, internal and external
• Complete scheduled training to support the purchasing and planning functions.
• Comply with all company quality assurance requirements.
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment.
• Perform other related duties that are assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• BA/BS degree in business administration, purchasing/material management, or 4 year planning or buying experience.
• CPIM, CAPP or CPM is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and be able to handle multiple priorities.
• Strong PC skills to include Microsoft Office software suites.
• Knowledge of Manman or other manufacturing based software system desired.

 



PEOPLE make it happen at Korry. Our success is built on a philosophy that encourages personal growth, involvement and individual commitment in a team environment. Korry offers many exciting benefits including educational support, three flexible weeks off during your first year of employment, a subsidized ride to work, and the opportunity to work with the best people in the business.

Your options to apply are:

1. Email your resume to recruiter@korry.com.
- Place the job number and title in the subject line of the email.

2. Fax your resume to 206-286-5545.

3. Mail your resume to, or apply in person at:

Korry Electronics Co.
901 Dexter Ave. N.
Seattle, WA 98109

Korry Electronics is an equal employment opportunity employer and a drug/alcohol free workplace.

Some Korry jobs require employees to work with or around chemicals or materials used in the manufacture of our products. Some of these chemicals or materials might affect individuals who are prone to skin sensitization, allergic respiratory reactions, eczema, asthmatic-type conditions, and chronic bronchitis, and other chronic respiratory diseases. You might wish to consult with a doctor regarding employment in these types of positions.

For more opportunities at Esterline Technologies visit www.esterline.com.