Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!

Responsibilities:

• Order placement of production materials, services and equipment.

• Management of open orders to expedite / push out as production schedule requires.

• Price negotiations.

• Supplier Development.

• Assist with inventory control and reduction plans for FGI and Raw Materials.

• Member of the new product development team representing Purchasing.

• Assist inventory control personnel to resolve inventory conflicts / discrepancies.

• Initiate and maintain planning parameters (safety stock, lead-times etc.) in ERP system.

• Inter-company communications on material status as required.

• Acts as key contact for vendors.

• Purchases office supplies.

• Reviews material requirements and orders as needed.

• Works with planner on unforeseen requirements.

• Assists Engineering Department to procure materials not yet required by production.

• Assists Maintenance, Tooling as well as Production Department in purchasing auxiliary equipment, shop supplies, and other items as required.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2-5 years of experience in Planning & Purchasing, preferably in the medical device industry.

• Proficient in the use of standard word processing and spreadsheet software.

• Ability to create Excel spreadsheets and manage data within them.

• Strong verbal & written communication skills.

• Demonstrated time management and negotiation skills.

• Ability to develop and present using PowerPoint slides.

• Work with minimum supervision.

• Pro-active decision maker.

• Problem solving skills.

• Facilitation leadership.

• Strong comprehension of the FDA QSR and GMP.

• Understanding of reading drawings and specifications.

• SAP Knowledge is a plus.

• Associate’s degree in industrial engineering, Business or equivalent experience directly related to the job function.

• Basic mathematic and accounting skills.

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.