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PURCHASING AGENT SENIOR 3

DANIEL DEFENSE LLC

Ellabell, GA 31308

~ 31 min Onsite

Bachelor's Degree with concentration in a related area
4-7 years of related experience or a combination of related experience, education and/or training to sufficiently and successfully perform the essential functions of the job
Minimum of 5 years' experience required working in an ERP/MRP database
Experience managing master data
Proven ability to negotiate and manage purchase orders
Must be able to lift and carry awkward 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
Experience coordinating work of production supervision
Strong negotiating skills
Extensive leadership, management and planning skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Self-motivated; willing to put in extra effort and hours as needed
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, identify and address problems, meet deadlines, and stay within budget
Competent with computer software such as Microsoft Office (Access, Excel, MS Project, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook Word)
Experience with INFOR is a plus
Experience evaluating and approving suppliers and authorizes purchase orders for material or services
Monitor inventory levels of current stock and work with inventory control group to evaluate the need to accelerate delivery, move to a future date or place additional purchase orders to support MRP demand
Rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job
May be required to work with Engineering in pursuit of new products, lifecycle changes or product improvement projects
Participates in the company's efforts to continuously improve 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
Demonstrated ability to recognize and work in accordance with our Company Values