- Manage lead time, purchases, pulls in and rescheduling of shipments based on customer's forecast and project requirements.
- Source, negotiate, and purchase goods for AMAX following established policies and procedures
- Providing appropriate input into the development and implementation of sourcing strategies.
- Participating, reviewing, negotiating and monitoring the suppliers contracts
- Conducts various phases of formal cost reduction programs. Investigates all aspects; consult with others concerned or potentially affected; develop recommendations for actions; and follow through as appropriate.
- Pursues projects and solves problems of very broad and significant importance, scope, and/or complexity involving activities such as: identifying the problem, designing the approach, gathering data, arriving at conclusions, recommending action, implementing the action, following up on procedures, and administering control and reporting phases.
- Undertakes and executes studies and projects related to new products or processes; product modifications, modernization of existing processes, etc.; makes appropriate studies and consultations; analyzes and evaluates findings; contributes own constructive ideas; investigates new processing equipment possibilities; evaluates economic aspects of the project; develops recommendations accordingly.
- On approved projects, participates in operations planning and layout, and follows through during installation.
- Conducts or participates in statistical process studies to determine the extent and cause of process variation. Establishes the need for process control and identifies appropriate manual, statistical, or computer-assisted methods for control. Monitors process performance for continued adequacy.
- Develop estimated costs to manufacture special items requested by Marketing or customers.
- Determine the method of fabrication for special orders.
- Develop estimated costs and processing sheets for special production orders.
- Update specials program and other duties as required.
Requirements- Bachelor's degree in a related field
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, including VLOOKUPs, PivotTables, and formulas
- Strong problem-solving and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize projects and meet tight deadlines
- Collaborative team player with a proven ability to execute projects across all phases and take ownership of responsibilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
- Six Sigma and/or Lean experience preferred but not required
Benefits- The salary range for this role is $80,000 to $95,000 annually. Final compensation will be based on the candidate's education, experience level, and skill set
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k)
- Flexible spending account
- Commuter benefits
- Disability insurance
We also have a perfect location for all types of commuters: AMAX is located right between I-680 and I-880. Warm Springs/South Fremont BART station and bus stops are within a 10-minute walking distance. 5 grocery stores, 6+ coffee/tea places, and numerous restaurants within 1 mile. Try the delicious fusions or grab your daily groceries after work.
