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Overview

Manage purchase orders, supplier relations, inventory, and risk for LATICRETE.

Key Responsibilities

• data management
• erp orders
• inventory planning
• supplier kpi
• process improvement
• supplier liaison

Tasks

-Own and manage planning data for assigned suppliers and materials, ensuring accuracy in demand, lead times, safety stock, and other key parameters. -Work with the Inventory Manager to ensure inventory is right-sized to support business needs and actively monitor/address slow-moving and obsolete (SLOB) inventory. -Collaborate with internal teams (planning, scheduling, receiving, logistics) to resolve material availability issues. -Review, release, and manage purchase orders in the ERP system based on supply plans and business needs. -Expedite or re-schedule orders as required to support production or customer requirements. -Maintain accurate purchase order data (dates, pricing, quantities) in ERP. -Use data to identify supply risks, overstock/understock trends, or supplier performance concerns, and communicate findings clearly to managers and stakeholders. -Pull, analyze, and reconcile data from multiple sources (ERP, supplier scorecards, inventory reports, demand plans) to support purchasing decisions. -Partner with Procurement Managers to align inventory with financial and operational goals. -Serve as primary day-to-day contact with assigned suppliers. -Support process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and supplier performance. -Identify opportunities for improvement in processes, systems, or supplier management practices and proactively recommend solutions. -Support supplier corrective actions and escalate unresolved issues to management. -Communicate supply issues, delays, and risks proactively to Procurement Managers and internal stakeholders. -Monitor inventory levels vs. targets and adjust order quantities/timing as needed. -Track supplier performance against KPIs such as On-Time Delivery, Fill Rate, and Quality. -Adhere to company procurement policies and standard work. -Monitor open orders and follow up with suppliers to ensure on-time, complete, and accurate deliveries.

Requirements

• excel
• jd edwards
• mrp
• bachelor's
• procurement
• analytical

What You Bring

-Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make informed decisions. -Push/Pull: Must be able to push/pull ____ pounds. -Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. Or relevant experience. -Must be able to travel 5%. -Stand: Must be able to stand ____% of the day. -Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills. -Squatting, Climbing and/or Crawling: Must be able to squat/climb/crawl ___% of the day. -Proven experience in procurement, inventory management, or supply chain roles, preferably in a retail or manufacturing environment. -Lift: Must be able to lift and/or carry a minimum of 50 pounds. -Ability to work collaboratively across cross-functional teams. -Sitting: Must be able to sit ____% of the day. -Strong data management and analytical skills, with the ability to extract, manipulate, and interpret information from multiple systems. -Twisting/Bending: Must be able to twist/bend ___% of the day. -Must pass pre-employment physical. -Exceptional communication and negotiation skills. -Strong understanding of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems and data parameters. -Proficiency in inventory control techniques and inventory management software. -Comfortable making business recommendations or raising concerns based on data trends and analysis. -Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, lookups, formulas) required; experience with ERP systems (JD Edwards preferred) and business intelligence tools is a plus.

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Benefits

-Life Insurance, AD&D and Supplemental Insurance -13 paid holidays in addition to paid vacation and sick time -Flexible spending -Tuition reimbursement

About Laticrete International

-A three-generation, family-owned business that expanded into 100+ countries through bold export strategies. -Products range from tile & stone mortars to decorative resinous floors and concrete restoration systems. -Typical projects include high-end tile installations, waterproofing, floor leveling, and masonry builds. -Specialisms span buildings and infrastructure, with durable solutions contributing to LEED-certified sites. -Innovation roots evident in early latex additives and ongoing R&D at ISO 9001-certified facilities. -Standout fact: their SUPERCAP® system redefines underlayment with industry-leading warranties.

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