Primex Color, Compounding and Additives Corporation is a leader in the manufacture of custom compounds and color concentrates for a diverse range of industries. A subsidiary of Primex Plastics Corporation, Primex Color operates two manufacturing facilities, located in Jasper, TN and Garfield, NJ.
We are looking for a Purchasing / Inventory Control Manager to oversee all planning and inventory control activities for our facilities in TN and NJ. This position will physically work on-site (not remote) at the Jasper, TN plant (about 30 miles West of Chattanooga). Reporting to the Operations Manager, this will be a key position within the organization, and will have the following responsibilities: • Responsible for raw material inventory control processes including storage, delivery and accuracy of raw material inventory, and oversight for all inventory transactions related to raw materials. • Assist in coordinating the plant production schedule with the Plant Managers in TN and NJ. • Schedule and coordinate delivery of raw materials as needed to meet customer order requirements between Jasper and NJ plants. • Assist with the material physical inventory/cycle count process. • Implement plans to minimize raw material inventory while achieving customer satisfaction goals of the organization. • Evaluate suppliers and supply quarterly updates/ Score Card • Work with Sales on forecasting and create policies for uniformity. • Ensure product is stored in the proper location - appropriate signage needed for all products including customer supplied, quarantined, etc., including creating and maintaining a site map for storage. • Responsible for reviewing days stock on hand to quickly identify production/procurement gaps as well as excessive inventory on hand. • Develop and utilize capacity planning techniques to provide timely information to customer service regarding current lead times and information regarding expected customer order ship dates. • Develop rework and scrap remediation process/obsolescence program. • Continuously work towards goal of increasing/improving inventory turns. • Conduct analysis or detailed examinations of the manufacturing plant and warehouse staging areas to better manage the inventory planning processes. • Investigate speculative versus actual reasons for inventory discrepancies and establish countermeasures to improve future inventory accuracy. • Stay current on vendors pricing to ensure Primex is getting the best deals on materials and services. • Reviewing bids submitted by vendors to ensure they meet contractual requirements. • Analyzing price proposals, financial reports, and other information to determine reasonable prices. • Manage and maintain a positive relationship with suppliers and customers by bringing them in for onsite visits to learn about new technologies. • Communicate with suppliers to address and improve performance concerns. • Process PO change orders or updates for shipping/fees as needed.
Requirements • Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Business or Logistics or other related field; or equivalent experience • Two + years related experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred • Ability to build relationships and work well across functions. • Effective time management skills and ability to meet deadlines. • Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills • Overall computer proficiency, including email and Microsoft Office programs. • Willing to travel up to 30% of the time.
What do we offer? • A comprehensive package including a competitive annual salary and quarterly gainsharing bonus opportunity, and annual performance bonus • A full benefits package including four medical plan offerings, an extensive network of providers through United Health Care, a prescription drug plan, dental plan, vision coverage, health and dependent care FSA's, company paid life insurance, supplemental life for employee/spouse/dependents, company paid short and long-term disability programs, an educational assistance plan, dependent scholarship program and employee assistance program • 11 Paid Company Holidays, paid vacation time and paid personal time • A 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with 4% Company match
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