Material & Component Procurement
- Purchase raw materials, components, or services needed for production.
- Ensure timely and cost-effective procurement aligned with production schedules.
- Issue purchase orders (POs) and confirm order details with suppliers.
- Source and evaluate suppliers for quality, price, and delivery reliability.
- Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules.
- Manage supplier relationships and performance.
- Coordinate procurement activities with production schedules.
- Ensure material availability to avoid delays in manufacturing.
- Adjust orders based on production changes, demand fluctuations, or inventory levels.
- Monitor stock levels to prevent overstocking or shortages.
- Coordinate with warehouse and inventory teams to optimize material flow.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities through alternative suppliers or materials.
- Support budgeting and forecasting for production purchasing needs.
- Analyze spend data and prepare cost reports.
- Ensure purchased items meet required quality standards and certifications.
- Resolve any supplier quality or delivery issues.
- Maintain accurate records for audits and compliance purposes.
- Work closely with engineering, planning, logistics, and quality teams.
- Support new product introduction (NPI) by sourcing required components.
- Provide procurement input for product lifecycle and change management.