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While working closely with internal departments including production planning, finance and logistics to ensure product sourcing, on-time deliveries and resolution of variances and supplier issues.\nDUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES\nStrategic sourcing, purchasing and maintaining of raw materials and stock items\nOverseeing special projects including government contracts as assigned\nCollaborate with internal departments including production, finance and logistics to ensure on-time delivery and project deadlines\nSupport the development of long-term relationships with company approved vendors\nParticipate in supplier negotiations and contract review \nAnalyze supplier lead times, minimum order quantities and make recommendations for cost efficiencies\nGenerate purchasing orders and update supplierpricing\nParticipate in supplier scorecard evaluations, feedback and corrective action conversations\nOther duties as assigned\nQualifications\nPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS\nThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; sit; use; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; bend, push or pull.\nWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to operate a computer, keyboard, telephone, headset, and other office equipment\nLifting up to and between 10-35 lbs\nSKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS\nHigh School diploma or GED required, Bachelor’s Degree or Certification preferred, preferably in business, supply chain management, or related field\n2 years relative experience in procurement/purchasing within a manufacturing environment required, 2-5 years preferred\nStrong organizational skills and attention to detail\nProficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and ERP software (Microsoft Dynamics 365, specifically Business Central a plus)\nStrong ability to communicate and negotiate with vendors and across departments \nAbility to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment\nWillingness to learn and grow within the purchasing function\nFamiliarity with inventory management systems\nAnalytical mindset and problem-solving ability\nSUPERVISOR REQUIREMENTS\nNone\nWORK ENVIRONMENT\nOffice and chemical, liquid and aerosol manufacturing environment\nTravel between two locations infrequently but maybe necessary\nThis job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.\nCertain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.\nAll activities, demands, conditions and requirements are linked to essential job functions.\nThe employment policy of Lighthouse for the Blind (LHB Industries) is to provide equal opportunity to all persons. Our company, therefore, has made a commitment to equal employment opportunity through a positive and continuing affirmative action program. 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