Vendor Coordinator/Routing

Qualifications

• Strong computer skills
• Knowledge about machining processes
• Ability to read and understand prints/drawings
• Quality minded
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication skills (verbal & written)
• Must have a cooperative attitude, necessary to work effectively with others
• Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions
• Must be detail oriented
• Commitment to Quality Management Systems and Continuous Improvement
• Commitment to L&P Safety and Environmental initiatives

Primary Duties

The primary duties of the employee are (but not limited to) the following:

• Sub-contract component processes such as heat treat, black oxide, chrome, grinding, machining, etc.
• Obtain and evaluate vendor quotations
• Evaluate vendor performance
• Confirm orders with vendors
• Key orders and process all paperwork pertinent to shipping the orders
• Write up requests for special purchased items or prints for non-stocked manufactured items
• Monitor back orders and track late parts
• Maintain vendor files on any and all correspondence
• Push through job packets/purchase requests for urgently needed parts and follow up
• Close jobs in an expeditious manner
• Have a clear understanding of all processes involved with the position
• Identify, record and communicate any problems relating to product, process and the quality system
• Conform to all Quality and Safety requirements and procedures
• Participate in the Continuous Improvement Process
• Perform other duties as requested or as deemed appropriate
• Coordinate parts delivery and pickup

Reports to: Master Scheduler