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Overview Who We Are Every decision we make rests on whether or not we're bettering the lives and experiences of the people inside and outside of our walls. It's the way we innovate and rethink the possibilities of our products and services, it's the way we foster and build relationships with our team members and our customers and it's the way we prioritize our social impact initiatives to serve the communities we live, work and play in. With a rapidly expanding group of over 11,000 team members and a diverse portfolio of best-in-class brands — we've proven, time and again, by putting people first, our company's possibilities are truly endless. Why We’re Different: At Lippert Components, Everyone Matters. We’re striving to make lives better through meaningful relationships with our co-workers, our customers, and our communities. LCI team members feel a deeper sense of purpose at work, and we continue to build a better work environment by aligning our cultural and business strategies with the needs of our many team members. We measure success by how we touch the lives of people inside and outside our walls. What You’ll Get: A company culture where everyone matters Healthcare + Dental + Vision + 401k with Employer match Career development and mentoring Tuition Reimbursement Annual flu immunization Holiday, personal and vacation days Local and national discounts Wellness offerings Summary: This position will be responsible for the purchasing of products and component parts for use in manufacturing and sales to our end customers. These items will be purchased from overseas and domestic suppliers. This position will report directly to the Purchasing Manager. Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities of this position will consist of, but are not limited to, the following: Purchase parts for manufacturing based on demand requirements. Purchase MRO items as required. Ensure parts are purchased from the appropriate vendor, on time, and at the best price. Follow supply chain strategies to improve purchasing and logistic performance. Ensure suppliers are performing at an acceptable level Build relationship with suppliers that secure the best price, service, quality and delivery options on all potential purchases Quote new items within the commodity group and participate in cost save initiatives Oversee the process of acquiring goods and services by asking for tenders, consult with suppliers and review price quotations Set contract terms and conditions and awarding contracts to specific vendors Advise production / operations management, sales and shipping/receiving manager of delivery dates and any changes. Communicating potential shortages early so alternative plans can be made. Reconcile issues between purchase orders, receivers, and vendor invoices where applicable Manage supplier requested changes, internal design changes and changes for cost savings Perform all other duties as assigned Competencies: Customer Focus Decision Quality Results, Action Oriented Displaying Technical Expertise Time Management Requirements: Work Experience: 2 years of experience in Purchasing field Computer Skills: Microsoft Office, ERP/MRP systems Organization Skills: Ability to logically prioritize and handle multiple projects Cross-functional skills: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in changing situations with multiple departments Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization Physical, Mental and Visual Skills: Ability to stand, walk, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch and grasp; repetitive movements with wrists, hands and fingers; ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or scheduled form Physical Environment: Normal office environment; potential of exposure to moving equipment in an industrial manufacturing environment Preferred Requirements: Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management or Business. Work Experience: 5 years of experience in related field Pay Range: $52,000 - $58,000 per year Freedman by Lippert determines pay based on several factors, including but not limited to the position being offered, education, skills, work experience, and other factors permitted by law. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. Freedman by Lippert offers Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401K with employer match, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, Paid Family Leave, Paid Time Off and Sick Time. For a more comprehensive list please see Human Resources. Freedman by Lippert is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. Work Authorization/Security Clearance Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the Team Member for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Pay Group : AAP/EEO Statement Lippert provides equal employment opportunity to all team members and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, citizen status, protected veteran status, military service, marital status or any other legally protected category as established by federal, state, or local law. This policy governs all employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, job assignment, compensation, training, promotion, discipline, transfer, leave-of-absence, access to benefits, layoff, recall, termination and other personnel matters. All employment and personnel-related decisions are based solely upon legitimate, job-related factors, such as skill, ability, past performance, and length of service with Lippert. Lippert’s strong commitment to equal employment opportunity requires a commitment by each individual team member. Compliance with the letter and spirit of this policy is required of all team members. Violations of this policy should be immediately reported to your leader or to any member of leadership. Team members who violate this policy will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. Know Your Rights