Job Description Job Description Location: Southeast San AntonioSalary: $60,000-$65,000Type: Temp-to-HireSchedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PMPurchasing & Materials ManagerResponsible for material planning, supplier management, and purchasing of raw materials and components supporting lock assembly, steel fabrication, electronic assembly, custom fabrication, and safe assembly operations.Key ResponsibilitiesSource and develop new suppliers while maintaining strong relationships with existing vendors.Negotiate pricing, supply contracts, and blanket purchase orders.Develop Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs to reduce inventory and material handling costs.Develop material requirements plans based on production schedules to minimize shortages and excess inventory.Meet cost-savings goals through negotiated pricing, direct-to-stock programs, waste reduction, and lead-time improvements.Monitor supplier quality and on-time delivery, targeting 99%+ performance.Review and complete Corrective Action Requests (CARs).Review and execute Engineering Change Notices (ECNs).Maintain accurate system costs and resolve vendor payment issues.Perform part and product cost analysis.Support annual physical inventory planning and execution.Identify and implement continuous process improvements.Participate in department cross-training and process documentation.Travel occasionally for supplier meetings and off-site activities.QualificationsBachelor's degree with 3+ years of purchasing/materials management experience in manufacturing, OR5+ years of purchasing/materials management experience in manufacturing.Manufacturing purchasing and supplier management experience.Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.Experience with investment castings and hard-tooled products.Experience with part/product cost analysis and supplier negotiations.Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.Experience with MRP/ERP systems.Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills.Ability to work independently and collaborate with employees at all levels.RequirementsValid driver's license.Ability to pass physical and drug screening.Acceptable background and credit history.Occasional travel required.Work Environment: Approximately 90% office-based with occasional off-site work and supplier visits.
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