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Title

Buyer/Planner

Company

Cleo Inc, located in Memphis, TN is the premier provider of Christmas gift packaging products, including gift-wrap, gift bags and tissue, currently has an excellent opportunity for a Buyer/Planner.

If you would like to join a dynamic company, we are seeking a Buyer/Planner who will be accountable for the creation and receipt of vendor purchase orders to meet customer ship dates on time and to validate suggested order quantities, placement of purchase orders, tracking vendor production and transportation of product to pre-defined final destination in support of internal and external customer requirements.
 
Description

Essential functions include:

• Manage procurement requirement reports to maximize customer service levels while optimizing inventory levels of raw materials.
• Coordinate priorities and communicate timely with Production Scheduler on all vendor-purchased materials and tooling cylinders.
• Manage purchases to corresponding budgeted inventory levels.
• Elevate supplier delivery issues through Purchasing and Management as necessary to maintain customer service objectives.
• Provide Purchasing/Sourcing annual and monthly rolling procurement projections to support the creation of vendor contracts and programs.
• Work with Purchasing/Sourcing regarding vendor contract requirements/programs in support of rebate or pricing requirements.
• Create purchase orders to meet required customer ship dates.
• Expedite and de-expedite vendor purchase orders to deliver in time to support the production schedule and customer required ship dates.
• Take initiative to work with other internal departments to identify cross-functional solutions and make recommendations for improvements.
• For international purchased items, may require on-site production monitoring and tracking at overseas vendor facilities.

Our ideal candidate:

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Business or Logistics/Supply Chain Management.
• At least 3 years in a detailed planning and scheduling role.
• APICS certification preferred. Willingness to obtain certification if not certified.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Access.
• Requires Project management skills, a logical approach to problem solving, analytical skills and a big-picture understanding with short term tactical focus.
• Ability to effectively communicate with cross-functional peers, upper level management, as well as both domestic and off shore suppliers.
• The ability to make independent judgments and utilize problem solving skills.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
 

Contact Info

We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits package that includes 401(k), Medical, Dental, Disability, Employee Assistance Plan, Educational Assistance Program and eligibility for Company Profit Sharing Program. If you are interested in this opportunity please email: allison.davis@berwickoffray.com

Date Posted

November 17, 2008
   
   

Title

Principal Supply Chain Analyst – Requisition 64216

 

Supply Chain Analyst (Materials Planner) - Requisition 63709

Company

 

 


 


It’s challenging. It’s energizing. It’s rewarding. That’s why nearly 38,000 employees around the world have chosen to spend their career at Medtronic, a global leader in medical technology. We provide lifelong solutions for people with chronic diseases guided firmly by our mission to alleviate pain, restore health and extend life. Today, every 5 seconds the life of someone somewhere in the world is improved by a Medtronic product or therapy. We hope you’ll consider joining our team and discover why Fortune magazine named us one of the "100 Best Companies to Work For" eight of the last eleven years.
 

Description


 

Contact Info

TO APPLY: Submit your resume at

www.medtronic.com/careers.
 

Select Location USA-TN-MEMPHIS, review job description and "Apply to Selected Job".

 

*No agencies or phone calls, please*

 

 

Medtronic is an equal opportunity employer committed to cultural diversity in the workforce.

 

Date Posted

October 22, 2008
   

Title

Manager, Materials

Company

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sandvik Medical Solutions

Description

SUMMARY: The primary responsibility of this position is to oversee activities related to the purchase of material, material control, inventory control, shipping/receiving and stores functions. Plans, schedule and manage the efficient movement of material to ensure availability of product to satisfy customer demand and meet inventory goals. The major duties in fulfilling this responsibility include:

Working with the forecasting group in Memphis to develop and communicate a realistic production plan.

Coordinating the transition of new products into manufacturing.

Serving as the primary point of contact for product availability information.

Working with all areas in Instruments to develop a reasonable production plan that ensures efficient use of manufacturing resources.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Manage and lead all material management functions and activities within the Instrument site, including, Planning and Scheduling, and working closely with procurement.

Establish policies and procedures required to effectively develop and execute the production plans.

Serves as the primary focal point for product availability information and plays a key role in the introduction of new products into manufacturing.

Ensures sufficient product is planned and scheduled to meet overall demand.

Ensures sufficient raw and component material is planned to meet production demand
Works with Forecasting and all other areas to assist in achievement of overall inventory investment goals.

Monitors actual performance against plans and provides timely feedback to Company management.

Maintains constant awareness of factors that could impact ability to supply product through close interaction with Purchasing, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, and Quality Control.

Establishes strong lines of communication with Memphis to obtain information and provide feedback on product status.

Helps establish Instrument inventory targets and monitors status against these targets.

Develops and maintains a working environment that provides opportunity for professional growth of staff.


QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Four-year degree is required. The degree can be in any appropriate field such as business, engineering, or any technical discipline. Due to the high visibility and level of contact this position will have, the following specific experience will be required:

At least eight years in materials management with at least four of these in a management role.

The materials management experience must include the full scope of planning, inventory management and scheduling.

Significant experience working directly with senior level management.

Strong understanding of MRP, materials management concepts and techniques, and demonstrated ability to effectively apply in an operating environment

Good overall business understanding.

Experience in the use of computer systems.

APICS certified.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:

Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.

Strong communication skills – both oral and written.

Good organization skills – ability to plan work and meet schedules; ability to effectively coordinate activities of multiple departments.

Good analytical skills – organized approach to problem solving and issue resolution.

Ability to work with others – function as part of a team.

Presents a professional image.

Ability to function well under pressure.

Willingness and ability to assume increased responsibility.

Flexible – can adapt to changing requirements and priorities.

Action oriented – will initiate action to take advantage of improvement opportunities or resolve potential problems; self-starter.

Dedicated – willing to expend effort to meet schedules and deadlines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The 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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job involve normal vision.


WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
 

Contact Info

Leigh Goude
Senior Manager, Human Resources
Sandvik Medical Solutions, TN Operations
Office: 1.901.384.5941
Mobile: 1.901.619.8054
Fax: 1.901.384.5964
leigh.goude@sandvik.com

Date Posted

October 23, 2008