Supply Chain Specialist

OK International is a global manufacturer of electronic benchtop tools and precision dispensing solutions worldwide. We have two major product lines: Metcal electronics bench tool solutions and Techcon dispensing Systems.

We have facilities in Cypress California (US) Chandlers Ford (UK) and Shenzhen (China) supporting our customers worldwide. The OK International Team is dedicated at putting customers first having an entrepreneurship mindset innovative culture cultivating relationships and never compromising on integrity. Welcome to our team!

OK International is part of the Dover Engineered Products segment of the Dover Corporation. Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenue of over $7 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components specialty systems consumable supplies software and digital solutions and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products Fueling Solutions Imaging & Identification Pumps & Process Solutions and Refrigeration & Food Equipment. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 60 years our team of approximately 24000 employees takes an ownership mindset collaborating with customers to redefine whats possible. Headquartered in Downers Grove Illinois Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under DOV.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Supply Chain Specialist to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in optimizing our supply chain processes ensuring efficient production planning and managing logistics operations. This position requires strong analytical skills and a solid understanding of supply chain management principles as well as experience with relevant software tools.

Job Summary:

Responsible for the direct buying and planning in procurement of materials items services and supplies are available to meet internal and external customers in an industrial setting. While doing so ensure considerations costs quality and delivery meet company objectives and strategies. Developing and executing planning and inventory management strategies to optimize inventory levels and maximize inventory turns while still maintaining service levels to organizational requirements. Moreover this individual will assist the development of global forecasts to drive component direct material buys through the ERP System. This position will take an active role in the escalation process for critical items.

Job Duties:

• Perform general purchasing responsibilities required to support ongoing production requirements. Including pricing invoicing and commercial issue resolution.
• Continually plan evaluate and adjust purchasing as conditions warrant by applying sound analytical principles to part planning parameters and bill of material (BOM)/manufacturing resources planning (MRP) generation processes.
• Responsible to ensure that the required records are properly maintained and recommend improvements. The goal being to maintain inventory levels consistent with company metrics and objectives.
• Manage purchase order release process for direct material outside vendor processing of OK International owned material and vendor managed inventory programs.
• Monitor the ongoing performance of suppliers ensure materials are properly planned for and procured at the right price for the right place in the right quality at the right time with the right delivery method and in the right lead time.
• Ensure production and customer service departments receive comprehensive adequate accurate and timely communications.
• Conduct request for quotation (RFQ) events to apply competitive tension in parts sourcing to ensure best cost of ownership.
• Participates in the implementation and maintenance of total cost savings programs.

Supplier Score Card & Vendor Performance Administrator:

• Creation and dissemination of Supplier Score Cards
• New Vendor Qualification
• Supplier Development / Get Well Transition Program Management
• Supplier Rationalization
• Leverage spends through utilization of Dover Corporate Alliance Suppliers
• Monthly Supplier Linkage with top ten suppliers by spend
• Work directly with global sales leaders to collaborate on global forecast to be loaded into MRP system.
• Participate in and support the continuous improvement activities.
• Maintain supplier contracts information and pricing data in the ERP system for assigned commodities/
• Analyze market and industry conditions and material costs to develop supply recommendations to meet ongoing strategic procurement objectives.
• Analyze products designated for obsolescence for inventory impact and recommend additional products and components for obsolescence.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Work Experience Requirements:

• At least 5 years working procurement experience in a manufacturing environment (purchasing agent buyer commodity buyer) with responsibility for sourcing planning & supplier negotiations.

Skills Required:

• Experience in sourcing parts both domestic and internationally.
• Effective negotiation and analytical skills.
• Excellent spreadsheet skills for analysis.
• Must have experience with ERP systems and working knowledge of MRP and consignment program management
• Exposure to Lean manufacturing a plus.
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-starter results-oriented with good organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to establish work priorities and effectively manage a wide variety of projects.
• Must be familiar with engineering drawings and specifications.
• Experience procuring a diverse range of fabricated machined electronic and technical items preferred.
  Strong knowledge of supply agreements procurement policies and procedures.

Education Required:

• BS BA or equivalent.
• Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) preferred.

Work Arrangement : Onsite

Pay Range: $70000.00 - $90000.00annually

Bonus Eligible: This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.

We consider several job-related non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position including but not limited to the positions responsibilities a candidates work experience a candidates education/training the positions location and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits: Our total rewards package for eligible team members also includes: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption surrogacy and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental military jury duty and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off including 10 paid holidays per calendar year eligible to accrue 120 hours paid vacation days 40 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws; business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status disability age genetic information or any other factors prohibited by law.

Job Function : Supply Chain & Procurement