About this role
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:
• Manages materials planning activities for the specified region.
• Coordinate sparing for new product introduction for the region through planning and initial stocking quantities
• Assure localized inventory is re-placed expediently to ALL field sites and any specific customer sites.
• Shall timely publish agreed upon key performance metrics.
• Develop an expertise in ASTEA, CRM, Min/Max, and related tools to succeed.
• Assist with regional voice on quotes for equipment spare planning and ability to achieve SLA.
• Drive continuous improvement activities to define best in class.
• Plan and execute procurement of assigned components from a preferred suppliers' list at the best total cost to PPT buying in the region for the region.
• Maintain strong working relationships and communications directly with the global suppliers to confirm shipping schedules and monitor open purchase orders for all orders to ensure on-time deliveries.
• Proactively report product/material availability issues as they arise and advise of part availability when inquired for new customers.
• Other duties as assigned.
WHAT YOU NEED TO PASS GO:
• Excellent organizational skills
• Strong multi-tasking skills
• Strong Work Ethic
• Background in Customer Service and/or bookkeeping preferred but not required.
• Strong Excel skills, verbal & written communication skills, the ability to work collaboratively between departments, and strong problem solving, and multi-tasking skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Can demonstrate a level of proficiency with materials management tools.
EDUCATION:
• Studying toward a degree in Supply Chain or another related field