IPS Corporation manufactures high-quality plumbing, industrial, and mechanical products.
Manages purchasing of raw materials, supplier relations, and inventory for manufacturing
21 days ago ago
$82,000 - $100,000
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Gardena, CA
Office Full-Time
Company Size
500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Manufacturing
Product Distribution
Industrial Products
Plumbing
Chemical Solutions
Sector Specialisms
Water & Flow Management
Specialty Adhesive Solutions
Plumbing
Construction
Plastic Components and Supplies
Power Distribution Equipment
Remanufacturing Electrical Equipment
Consulting
Role
Description
supplier management
purchase orders
inventory forecast
mrp monitoring
vendor relations
procurement planning
Communicate and develop relationships with vendors.
Ensure SKUs set up is correct (buyer number/supplier number/safety stock/ordering qty)
Under minimum supervision, manages all assigned suppliers and ensures supplier on time delivery. Keep suppliers accountable to their promise delivery dates and formulates a recovery plan for any late delivery.
Collaborates with Sourcing team on new supplier onboarding, purchase order placement and for identifying new sources for alternate materials and/ sourcing for existing materials.
Regularly reviews raw material inventory and partners with Inventory Control to ensure inventory availability.
Expedite or delay orders as may be needed to ensure proper inventory levels.
Analyzes quotations received, selects or recommends suppliers based upon pricing and supplier suitability, and schedules deliveries in advance of need to avoid production limitations.
Partners with R&D team to qualify alternate materials to prevent inventory shortages impacting customer commitments and on timed delivery.
Answer MRP messages.
Coordinates purchasing activities with manufacturing and scheduling teams to acquire inventory in a cost effective and timely manner.
Manage raw material safety stocks.
Review Production schedule and MRP daily to make informed decisions about purchase order placement and On-Time-Delivery from suppliers
Identify material and resource constraints and coordinate/expedite their resolution with responsible parties.
Research products and materials and prepares/places purchase orders through appropriately vetted vendors and suppliers.
Critical member of the monthly Sales, Operations & Inventory planning process; uses good judgement and utilizes purchasing tools to provide long term forecast to critical suppliers.
Manage and maintain relationships with existing suppliers, monitoring their performance and addressing any issues that may arise.
Communicate with the management when there is supply constraints or disruptions that could impact production plan and customer commitments.
Actively participates in daily Production meetings, communicates supply status, risks and actions and help problem solve shortages impacting production schedule.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand their requirements and provide procurement solutions that meet their needs.
Review Production schedules in high volume high mix manufacturing environment. Collaborate with Scheduler and Production Supervisor daily. Understand the Production requirements and make recommendations on supply capabilities to meet the plan or make alternate scheduling suggestions to the plan.
Requirements
sap
jde
cpim
cscp
ms office
10 years
Experience with an MRP system, such as JDE E-1, SAP or similar strongly preferred
Demonstrated knowledge and use of Daily Management (Business Systems), and Standard Work.
Must have exceptional listening and interpersonal skills
10 years of experience in scheduling/planning/purchasing within a manufacturing environment
ASCM (Association for Supply Chain Management) CPIM or CSCP is a plus.
Understanding of Scheduling and Production Planning within a complex manufacturing environment
Ability to handle multiple priorities and demonstrate strong problem-solving skills
Bachelor’s degree required or 11+ years of experience in a related role.
Ability to travel to suppliers 5%
Demonstrated knowledge of Pull Systems/MRP Systems
Fluency in analyzing cost, supplier pricing, and completing a competitive analysis
Intermediate level in MS Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Advanced appreciation for the interconnectedness of workflows and impact of each role within the production environment to impact manufacturing excellence, supply chain, and service level to customers. Ability to anticipate changes, shortages and/or downstream impacts to subtle and/or significant supply issues.
Self-directed with a high sense of urgency and excellent organization skills
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded 1960
Established Year
The company has been providing innovative plumbing and mechanical products since its inception in 1960.
Specializes in providing high-performance solutions for the industrial, commercial, and residential sectors.
Has expanded its offerings to include products for water, drainage, and gas systems, meeting diverse industry needs.
Renowned for its strong customer service and commitment to delivering quality products that ensure safety and efficiency.
Delivers reliable and durable solutions that have become standard in various applications, from industrial facilities to commercial properties.
Known for leading product innovations such as high-strength adhesives and pipe systems.
An industry leader, continuously expanding its global footprint.
Culture + Values
Safety: We take ownership of our safety and that of everyone around us by watching out for each other and working together to identify and eliminate risks.
Integrity: We are committed to doing what’s right in every interaction even when no one else is watching, and we work to build trust utilizing a work ethic that honors the urgency and quality of the work.
Teamwork: We treat each other with respect, strive to understand and empathize, and help each other work better as individuals and collectively as a team.
Accountability: We take pride in everything we do, holding ourselves and each other accountable for our results and commitments.
Customer Focus: We are passionate about providing an Unmatched Customer Experience – honoring commitments, being responsive, and delivering quality and value.
Entrepreneurial Spirit: We embrace personal learning and growth, putting our ideas into practice as we passionately and proactively pursue ways to grow our business.
Innovation: We unlock customer success with innovation.
Continuous improvement is our way of life.
We focus on respect in all we do.
Environment + Sustainability
45 Score
DitchCarbon Ranking
Current performance score indicating the company's carbon footprint reduction efforts compared to industry peers.
91% Industry
DitchCarbon Ranking Percentile
The company ranks above 91% of its industry peers in terms of carbon reduction efforts.
42% Reduction
Scope 1 & 2 Emissions
Reduction target for emissions under Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2030, with 2023 as the baseline year.
80% Suppliers
Science-Based Targets
Aim to have 80% of suppliers adopt science-based carbon targets by 2029.
Submitted verification to Science Based Targets initiative, anticipating approval by 2025.
Committed to procure 100% renewable energy under Scope 2.
Carbon Literacy training rolled out to employees, aiming for full organisational carbon literacy.