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Tranter • Houston, TX, US
21 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Federal Regulation and Govt Contract Requires US Citizenship or US National : This position requires the employee to hold US citizenship or US national status, given the job's involvement with sensitive and / or classified U.S. military information, consistent with federal regulation and government contract requirements. Therefore, prior to Tranter considering you for the position and permitting you to access its facility, it is required to verify whether you are a US citizen or US national, consistent with applicable law.

What's in it for you?

Tranter offers a competitive salary and full benefits package, including medical / dental / vision / life, 401(k) plan, and more. At Tranter, we carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors to determine your total compensation package. We rely on market indicators to determine compensation and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to get it right! These considerations can cause your compensation to vary and will also be dependent on your location.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Tranter is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

Inclusion & Diversity

At Tranter-LHE Group, we strive for a true inclusive environment where everyone is encouraged to "be the best version of themselves" and bring their distinct aspects of diversity to the workplace. Tranter-LHE's Vision is to create an inclusive workplace where diversity is essential to achieving the company's objectives. We believe that diversity maximizes the potential of all individuals and the organization.

Job Summary :

Based upon the Tranter sourcing objectives, commodity strategy and initiatives, execute and develop the Optimal Supplier Base solution regarding Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost on the goods / services to be delivered to specified sites in line with Tranter Purchasing Process.

Purchase materials, supplies, and services at the most favorable terms for the organization. Completes vendor qualifications and supplier audits. Submits and evaluates bids for purchased goods and services and selects new suppliers. Monitors supplier performance and leads development initiatives internally and externally. Monitors PPV results and identifies new opportunities to reduce costs.

Skills / Competencies required :

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  • Leadership and Business Acumen

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  • Able to respond quickly, decisively, assertively, and professionally to changing requirements to support manufacturing needs
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  • Able to create and present ideas or conclusions in a clear and persuasive manner, both orally and in writing
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  • Able to organize, schedule, coordinate, and assist in negotiations effectively and to set priorities in a manner which ensures maximum performance and goal accomplishment.
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  • Able to lead and influence others to drive continuous improvement initiatives
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  • Advanced Excel Skills
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  • Able to interpret drawings to effectively communicate internally and with suppliers
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  • Follows all purchasing procedures and SOP's
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  • Comply with Organization's Core Values and Leadership Competencies
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    Education, Qualifications and Experience :

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  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Materials Management or Supply Chain Management is required.
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  • 5+ Years of experience in Supply Chain Planning, or Materials Management in a manufacturing environment.
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  • Extensive experience utilizing an MRP System
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  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
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  • APIC's CPIM certified preferred
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  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt preferred
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