Summary:
Procures production, equipment and MRO materials necessary for the operation of the business. Performs other assignments related to the procurement and management of materials from suppliers. Responsible for negotiating with approved vendors, assuring the timeliness of deliveries and accuracy of orders, and following up with vendors when there is a problem with delivery.

Responsibilities:
• Analyzes customer purchase orders for compliance to BHE or customer's contract terms
• Analyzes, and executes Materials Requirement Plan (MRP) on weekly basis.
• Continuously monitors and verifies materials pipeline to ensure it meets the MRP requirements. Identify and appropriately address materials supply issues.
• Responsible for attaining inventory goals for assigned customers or commodities.
• Ensures materials availability to support production per the Master Production Schedule through MRP execution, on-time delivery, and coordination of materials movement through receiving to production.
• Executes and maximizes negotiated terms with suppliers to reduce materials liability and overall procurement cost including freight and payment terms.
• Executes corporate contracts and ensures suppliers' adherence to negotiated terms.
• Maintains integrity of data to minimize material liability and to optimize working capital.
• Monitors and continuously strives to improve supplier's delivery and quality performance.
• Addresses and resolves recurring or critical issues by utilizing corrective action tools, and coordination with corporate procurement team.
• Request and analyze quotations concerning items that meet company design and specification and check for reasonableness of price on such items
• Analyze potential impact of forecast and production schedule changes on component procurement.
• Develop, document and maintain supply chain solutions and programs to drive efficiencies, flexibility and cost reductions (i.e. Kanban, safety stock, VMI, EDI).

Other information:
• In depth knowledge of Material Resource Planning (MRP)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Effective multitasking skills and the ability to take on additional responsibilities as required
• Effective organization and prioritization skills
• Demonstrate high attention to detail
• Ability to work with diverse groups
• Demonstrates discretion, confidentiality, independent judgment and professionalism.
• Self-driven and motivated individual
• Understanding of and ability to use continuous improvement tools.
• Strong customer service and client focus
• Working knowledge Microsoft Office products
• APICS Certification (CSCP/CPIM) is a plus.
• Understanding of the extended process of material procurement, inventory analysis
• Knowledge of purchasing practices and familiarity with, or ability to gain familiarity with, procurement requirements for electronics and related agreements.
• Flexibility to support global business operation as needed
• Effective negotiation and problem solving skills.
• Demonstrate confidentiality and the ability to represent the company in a professional manner.
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment when representing the company in supply chain decisions.
• Knowledge of billing practices and controls.
• Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 3 years and a Master's degree.

Education: Bachelor's degree

Geographical Location: California:Concord

Physical Location: Concord, CA - 4041

Shift: Shift 1



Full Time

Compensation Range: $86,014.000 to $107,000.000 USD. Many factors are considered in compensation decisions, including but not limited to skills, certifications, licensures, experience, training, incumbent data, and other business needs.

Benefits and Other Compensation: Benchmark provides a comprehensive benefits package, including a Bonus Plan, 401(k), Paid Time Off, and Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, all based on scheduled hours. Benchmark complies with applicable state and local employee leave laws.

Application Deadline: This job posting will remain open until filled.