Location: Ellabell,GA, USA
At Daniel Defense, Only the Best Build the Best
Daniel Defense engineers and manufactures the world's finest weapon systems and accessories. We are intensely focused on providing top quality small arms solutions to our military and law enforcement communities as well as to civilians seeking premium rifles for home defense, hunting, and sport shooting.
As the Purchasing Agent 2 will be responsible for the functions outlined below:
Essential Functions:
* Responsible for demonstrating commitment to and leadership of environmental health and safety principles, policies and procedures.
* Analyzes purchased requirements data to effectively communicate priorities and ensure on time delivery of purchased goods and services to Daniel Defense.
* Monitors open order reports, supplier forecasts and shipping schedules to coordinate the timely receipt of goods and services & communicate schedule changes including calling suppliers for purchase order acknowledgements, tracking information and updates to past due purchase orders.
* Communicates with suppliers to help continuously improve on time performance and simplify the supply chain. Fosters relationships with suppliers while ensuring accountability.
* Helps coordinate the return of non-conforming material or services by obtaining RMA's, creating return purchase orders and coordinating with the shipping department for timely return.
* Work with purchasing agents to ensure MRP purchase receipt dates match supplier schedules. Assist with updating purchase order dates systematically.
* Participate in shortage discussions and planning meetings to align planned deliveries with Supply Chain constraints.
* Assist with invoice discrepancies by calling suppliers for credit memo's, revised invoices and updating purchase orders with correct receipt quantities.
* Monitor and follow applicable laws and regulations.
* Work closely with Supplier Quality and vendors to discuss nonconforming material and services to assist in the coordination of data for Root Cause Corrective Action
* Assist buyers with sourcing activities such as obtaining samples and shipping to suppliers.
* Works under immediate supervision.
* Rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
* Participates in the company's efforts to continuously improve in Safety, 6S, Quality, Delivery and Productivity.
* Expected to be a contributor to the company standards on high integrity, safety, fair and equitable treatment and a positive work environment
* Other responsibilities as deemed appropriate or necessary by management.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
* Bachelor's Degree with 2-4 years of experience, preferably in manufacturing, or a combination of related experience, education and/or training to sufficiently and successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
* Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role.
* Work is closely managed.
* Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures within a manufacturing & Supply Chain environment.
* Teamwork and the ability to cooperate and work proactively with others is a must.
* Strong Analytical skills.
* Great attention to detail and excellent record keeping skills.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills.
* Self-motivated; willing to put in extra effort and hours as needed.
* Competent with computer software such as Microsoft Office (Access, Excel, MS Project, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook Word).
* 2 years MRP experience required at a minimum. INFOR experience a plus.
* Demonstrated ability to recognize and work in accordance with our Permission to Play Values.
Physical Requirements:
* Must be able to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
* Requires intermittent standing, walking, sitting and bending throughout the work day.
* Must be able to work in a manufacturing environment, to include working in and around machinery, exposure to noise and chemicals, lights/lasers, etc.
* Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protection Equipment as required by your position and/or Company policy.
Daniel Defense is an EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability employer and promotes a Drug Free Workplace .
Note: The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by those assigned to the job. This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel in this job. Responsibilities are subject to change at the discretion of the employer and do not establish a contract of employment - Daniel Defense is an at-will employer.