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Are you looking for a stable company in an industry that supports critical US Infrastructure? Do you want to make a difference every day and join an amazing team of Procurement Professionals that take pride in what we do? Then GILLIG might be the place for you.
We are seeking a driven and detail-oriented Supply Chain Professional with a background in manufacturing or related field. Our Buyers are responsible for planning, negotiating, and purchasing components in support of our manufacturing facility in Livermore, California. The ideal candidate would consistently:
Be a team player that excels in maximizing Supplier Performance
Expertly manage competing priorities
Identify and lead initiatives to reduce cost and increase service
Access risk and proactively resolve potential issues with continuity of supply
Work closely with multiple departments, including Engineering, Quality Assurance, Production, Sales and Warehouse to optimize GILLIG’s Supply Chain and ensure production material is stocked as required
Plan and place purchase orders, with appropriate Lead Time for assigned commodities
Expedite and resolve issues
Identify, evaluate, and integrate new suppliers and technologies
Improve operational efficiency in the supply chain
Manage supplier relationships and be the point of contact for all supplier issues
Investigate, determine root cause, and resolve for inventory and invoicing discrepancies
Ensure the continuous improvement of quality, service and total cost in support of our business goals
Performs other duties as required
Through individual contributions, established procedures and cross functional influencing, GILLIG’s Buyers ensure all materials, services, and supplies are available as required to support GILLIG Production.
Are you looking for a stable company in an industry that supports critical US Infrastructure? Do you want to make a difference every day and join an amazing team of Procurement Professionals that take pride in what we do? Then GILLIG might be the place for you.
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We are seeking a driven and detail-oriented Supply Chain Professional with a background in manufacturing or related field. Our Buyers are responsible for planning, negotiating, and purchasing components in support of our manufacturing facility in Livermore, California. The ideal candidate would consistently:
Be a team player that excels in maximizing Supplier Performance
Expertly manage competing priorities
Identify and lead initiatives to reduce cost and increase service
Access risk and proactively resolve potential issues with continuity of supply
Work closely with multiple departments, including Engineering, Quality Assurance, Production, Sales and Warehouse to optimize GILLIG’s Supply Chain and ensure production material is stocked as required
Plan and place purchase orders, with appropriate Lead Time for assigned commodities
Expedite and resolve issues
Identify, evaluate, and integrate new suppliers and technologies
Improve operational efficiency in the supply chain
Manage supplier relationships and be the point of contact for all supplier issues
Investigate, determine root cause, and resolve for inventory and invoicing discrepancies
Ensure the continuous improvement of quality, service and total cost in support of our business goals
Performs other duties as required
Through individual contributions, established procedures and cross functional influencing, GILLIG’s Buyers ensure all materials, services, and supplies are available as required to support GILLIG Production.
BA/BS or equivalent work experience
3+ years previous experience in a purchasing or supply chain role
Experience with Supplier Managed Inventory Contracts
Strong problem-solving skills, organization skills, and attention to detail
Strong Microsoft Office Skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to create, analyze and make decisions based off large amounts of data
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Previous experience in a Manufacturing Environment
Knowledge of lean principles is preferred
Proficient in use of Syteline MRP system a plus
Ability to lift 30 lbs.
Assignments are complex and broad in scope requiring outstanding creativity, superior initiative, judgment, and leadership
Occasional overtime is required
Regularly required to sit, stand and walk and occasionally kneel or squat
Working environment includes office settings, manufacturing floor, and warehouse
Start time: 6:00 AM
EXPECTED COMPENSATION
$80,000 - $110,000/annual salary + bonus + premium benefits
Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job classification, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment.
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Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
GILLIG is committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and respects the unique talents, experiences, and perspectives of our employees and the people we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.
GILLIG is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer.
GILLIG is an American manufacturer of heavy-duty transit buses, supplying public transportation agencies across the United States and Canada.
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