NAPM-Utah Career Coordinator Update for June 29th, 2009 (ONE LISTING)

US PURCHASING MANAGER / GLOBAL COMMODITY MANAGER – Hexcel Corporation, SLC, UT

With our strong investment in research and development, and culture of continuous improvement, Hexcel is the industry leader in the manufacturing of industrial fabrics and composite materials. Over 4,500 people work for Hexcel at various manufacturing sites, sales offices and R&T centers around the globe……we call them our “Strength Within” Hexcel is the world’s leading advanced structural materials company with over $1 Billion in annual sales. Truly a global enterprise serving the aerospace and wind energy markets around the world.

Hexcel is currently seeking a dynamic Purchasing Manager/Global Commodity Manager to be based out of their Salt Lake City Operations. The qualified candidate will be responsible for leading the following efforts:

• Functional management of several plant purchasing managers. Responsibility for over $200M+ of direct materials spend. • Supervision and responsibility for delivering company purchasing objectives for the US and for the global commodities under his/her responsibility: Quality / Cost / Delivery. • Development and strengthening of the US purchasing organization and processes. • Design/deployment of worldwide commodity strategies, to ensure immediate and long term competitive advantage for the company. • Management of long term supplier strategic partnerships.

QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelors degree and 10+ years of purchasing experience with direct materials expertise and international exposure. • Proven track record of global and strategic sourcing for various commodities. • Influencing skills and commercial awareness. • Technical background is a plus. • Strong leadership and negotiation skills • Ability to travel.

Hexcel is a NYSE listed international producer of composite materials, reinforcements and structures serving commercial aerospace, space & defense, electronics and various industrial markets. The company is a leader in the production of honeycombs, prepegs and other fiber reinforced matrix systems, woven and specialty reinforcements, carbon fibers and aircraft structures. Hexcel materials are used in thousands of products, making everyday life easier and safer for millions of people around the world. The lightweight, tailorable nature of our materials has helped transform numerous industries over the past 60 years by making products lighter, stronger and faster. We are the strength within many of today’s lightweight, high-performance products.

 

NAPM-Utah Career Coordinator Update for June 23rd, 2009 (MULTIPLE LISTINGS)

ASSOCIATE BUYER – L3 Communications, SLC UT
Communication Systems-West (CSW), a division of L-3 Communications, is a leader in defense electronics for strategic and tactical military operations. We provide high-performance data link systems to transfer information to and from aircraft, ships, satellites and ground stations throughout the world. Our data links feature real-time relay of information for reconnaissance and surveillance purposes. For more information about our company click here: www.l-3com.com/csw. Position Profile: The Associate Buyer will be responsible to purchase goods and services for assigned commodities in a high-energy environment supporting L-3 Communications high performance data link systems. Competencies: This Associate Buyer will master, demonstrate and be comfortable with basic negotiation skills and will transact with internal and external peers including those in higher management levels in sometimes stressful situations.

• Gain knowledge of assigned commodity area and its market and initiate negotiations for commodity pricing and local pricing agreements or program procurements with selected suppliers.
• Understand government contracting, including FAR/DFARS and internal procurement policies and procedures.
• Capable of expediting required materials and working with Accounting and Receiving to resolve invoice and receiving discrepancies.
• Responsible for analysis of Net-To-Time output for specialized and end-item material and will release material requisitions based on the analysis.

Education/Experience: This position requires a Bachelor degree in a technical or business discipline or equivalent training and/or work experience in the procurement of electronic components. Excellent oral and written communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Suite. Special Requirements:

• Due to the nature of our work this position may require the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense security clearance.
• Occasional travel to suppliers may be necessary.

Additional Comments: This position may be filled at a higher grade based on the successful applicants skills, education and experience. Job Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Relocation Availability: No
Job Type: Full Time We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse and background check testing.

Job Requirements
0-2 years of directly related experience, Analytical Skills, Defense Procurement, Inter-personal communication skills, Microsoft Office, Problem-solving skills, Strong Communication Skills, Writing skills

To apply: go to their website at http://www.l-3com.com/csw/ and select careers. This job reference number is CSW RL44379

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BUYER – Moxtek, Orem UT
Incumbent must be able to purchase complex technical and engineering items, materials, and services.  Also must be able to deal with suppliers, which often involves persuading potential suppliers to undertake the manufacture of custom-designed items according to complex and rigid specifications.  The position is further responsible for the timely planning, scheduling of receipt and inventory control of the products and services as assigned, consistent with our MRP requirements or with the requisitioner.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Initiates purchase orders and change orders for parts, services, and/or special tools; close coordination with engineering and production managers to assure timely execution of product and services sourcing activities.

Secures and analyzes quotations; negotiates prices and terms with suppliers; and recommends suppliers with respect to cost, quality, and delivery competitiveness, with consideration to transportation logistics and inventory control for production material.

Studies market prices and trends, engineering developments and manufacturing method improvements applicable to assigned responsibilities and use the market trends to drive down cost of materials.

Conducts periodic spend review with Top Suppliers and manages the Supplier Scorecard reports with the Quality Management Team.  Manage supplier transition of materials from engineering to production.

Work closely with Engineers on projects in development and coordinate materials as required supporting the product launch through manufacturing/ production by managing any changes/ developments between engineering and suppliers.

Work under the direction from the Supply Chain Manager to develop strategies to develop preferred supplier program consistent with company guidelines.

Job Requirements
Bachelors degree preferred, but not required.
Five years of progressively responsible purchasing and materials control experience in a manufacturing environment. 
CPM, CPIM preferred.
Strong understanding of drawings and project management. 
Personal computer skills and knowledge of purchasing/accounting processes required. 
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. 

To apply: go to their website at http://www.moxtek.com/ select careers and the reference ID is BUYER.

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PURCHASING SPECIALIST – Bluffdale, UT
Dynamic commercial contractor seeks a purchasing specialist to handle all purchasing for projects in multiple states. The purchasing specialist interacts with project foreman to take and process orders for all active projects, places the orders with the vendors and coordinates delivery, maintains the accuracy of the inventory, negotiates prices with vendors, and processes the necessary paperwork to charge the ordered materials to the appropriate project or to inventory. The purchasing specialist is also responsible for maintaining a win-win relationship with the vendors. The ideal candidate should have experience in the pipe trades industry. Experience working with the ComputerEase software program is a plus. The purchasing specialist needs to be professional, detail oriented, focused, able to meet deadlines and possess good interpersonal skills.
To Apply: Go to http://jobview.monster.com/getjob.aspx?JobID=81556271 and follow their application process.

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PROCUREMENT DIRECTOR – Price, UT DWS # 8781243
This job is advertised through the DWS. Contact them to apply.
Plans, directs, and manages the central procurement; Provides liaison between vendors, contractors, and company departments; Approves bid proposals and specifications, composes Requests for Qualifications, Request for Proposals; Evaluates overall revisions, price and past performance of each contract and approves price increases; Researches and evaluates supplier market and makes recommendations for standardization and additions to Qualified Products List; Prepares written financial reports; Assists with implementation of appropriate sourcing strategies to control the company’s purchased material costs and to assure an adequate source of supply; Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service; Manage suppliers, cost, quality, delivery performance and accountability; Negotiate and manage all contracts and agreements for assigned products and supplies; Monitors approval of accounts to maintain an appropriate degree of control over vendor relationships; Responsible for procurement team training and effectiveness; Refine supplier scorecard in tracking efficiency, timeliness, costs and responsiveness of vendors/suppliers; Oversee warehouse activities, employee training, product control; Track and monitor inventory levels, inventory turns, etc.; BA/BS degree in Business, Materials Management or equivalent; plus five years of progressive procurement experience; Knowledge of procurement principles, theories and processes and purchasing; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Prior management or supervisory experience. Must have a valid Utah Drivers License. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those encountered in the course of the work. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, hear; use hands to finger, handle, feel, stand, walk and reach with hands and arms. Drug screen, reference, education, background check, motor vehicle record checks will be conducted.

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SUPPLY CHAIN ANALYST – SLC, UT DWS # 8781248
This job is advertised through the DWS. Contact them to apply.
Employer is a global leader in the development, manufacture and supply of cardiovascular products and services. We currently seek an accomplished professional to contribute to our leadership stature: Description/Responsibilities: • Weekly Analysis and creation of raw material inventory report • Supplier spend report generation and analysis • Close coordination with finished goods planning group to support manufacturing material needs • Partner and communicate with multiple departments (finance, marketing, sales, manufacturing, R&D , etc.) globally to ensure business requirements are achieved • Participate in or conduct sales and operations reviews • Partner with technology team to improve ROP or Continuous Replenishment systems • Provide monthly inventory reports, collaborates with the production, quality, and supply chain teams for continuous improvement of product costs, and supply-chain risk management • Looks for and implements positive changes in supply chain that result in cost savings Required Experience / Education / Requirements: A minimum of two years applicable experience are required. APICS certification is preferred. Experience should include material and production planning. Strong experience in information systems. Strong Demand Planning and MPS background, with knowledge of inventory management programs and techniques. Finance and Budget knowledge preferred. Strong ability to multi-task and operate in a fast-paced environment. JDE experience helpful. Experience in a high mix, short life cycle and frequent new product introduction environment is preferred. Medical device industry experience is also preferred. A Bachelor's degree is required. Requires excellent analytical, organization and decision-making abilities, as well as good oral and written communication skills. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Excel and Access and experienced with supply chain planning software and ERP systems. Excellent organizational skills, independent thinking, and a high level of initiative are a must. The ability to work well independently and as a member of a team is essential. Must have strong communication skills, both verbal and written. As a global leader dedicated to building the best team in healthcare, Employer offers a dynamic working environment with competitive compensation and full benefits. We make a difference in the lives of others and invite you to join us. Employer is committed to a diverse workforce EOE.

 

 

 

 

NAPM-Utah Career Coordinator Update for June 17, 2009 (ONE LISTING)

 

SOURCING MATERIALS LEAD – Westinghouse Electric Company, Ogden, UT

To apply for this position:
Interested candidates need to apply directly to www.westinghousenuclear.com.

Please go to the website for further job information.
Education level required - Bachelors Degree
Certification from the Institute of Supply Management C.P.M. and/or CPSM preferred