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Works with product line management and engineering to hold one normal configuration per product, so what we buy is what the bill of material says we build.\nThis person will manage agreements and relationships set up in the first two quarters of product ramp and will govern cost and continuity of supply for the life of the line.\nPrimary Duties & Responsibilities\nManage processes related to the purchase of equipment, supplies and services for assigned suppliers, categories and manufacturing site.\n\nParticipate in developing and monitoring performance against the annual operating budget.\n\nCoordinate formal and informal bids, request for quote/qualification (RFQ’S), Request for proposals (RFP’S); ensures all applicable legal and contractual provisions are met; manage and participate in solicitation, evaluation and award of bids; perform or assist others in the performance of price/cost analysis; negotiate contract provisions; prepare specifications as required.\n\nLeader in cost reduction activity and report them to the management on a consistent basis.\n\nMaintains the MRP system’s integrity, monitoring indicators, reporting on and ensuring the smooth flow of purchasing transactions (from PO entry, expediting, tracking multi-party component assemblies, assist in part number creation, etc.)\n\nCreate consigned vendor managed inventory (CVMI) or vendor managed inventory (VMI) agreements and maintain proper inventory levels to the benefit of the operation’s performance.\n\nDetermine appropriate contracts for various types of procurement needs; review requisitions/purchase orders and related documents for completeness, accuracy and compliance with department and company procedures and requirements; review invoices and other documentation for accuracy and compliance; resolve disputed invoices.\n\nHave an in depth understanding of commodities purchased and industry leaders that provide said commodities. Interface with internal customers, work with peer groups and support the purchasing team.\n\nParticipate and or lead cross functional teams to meet department goals and objectives. Must be the commercial expert in all team activities.\n\nEducation & Experience\nMinimum 7 yrs. of direct or closely related experience.\n\nBS/MS or equivalent degree in related field\n\nSkills\nWorking understanding of MRP systems, bill of materials (BOM), Accounting, production control, receiving and inventory along with some database management skills will support the requirements of this job.\n\nUnderstand Purchasing’s role in the ERP/MRP (Expandable) environment along with ability to interface with manufacturing data base systems (Agile)\n\nStrong customer service skills are required to be able to interface with internal customers as well as outside suppliers. Must be able to effectively communicate between operations personnel and upper management.\n\nMust have strong time management skills; Self-motivation is required for timely completion of projects and duties.\n\nWorking knowledge of the procurement and supplier management processes.\n\nStrong communication and interpersonal skills are required to support internal customer’s and external supplier relationships. Conflict resolution and team development in a dynamic environment requiring the ability to work with and influence others.\n\nMust be willing to get involved, ask questions, obtain support from and give to others.\n\nWorking Conditions\nNormal office environment and climate-controlled manufacturing facilities.\n\nWork around chemicals (such as solids and acids)\n\nWeekend availability may be required\n\nSafety Requirements\nAll employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.\nQuality and Environmental Responsibilities\nDepending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.\nCulture Commitment\nEnsure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:\nIntegrity - Create an Environment of Trust\nCollaboration - Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas\nAccountability - Own the Process and the Outcome\nRespect - Recognize the Value in Everyone\nEnthusiasm - Find a Sense of Purpose in Work\nCoherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. 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