Snr Material/Logistics Buyer
Company: Tenneco
Location: Skokie
Posted on: May 6, 2024
Job Description:
'Own Your Career' supports Tenneco's People Model, ensuring that
we both "Select the Best" and "Build & Develop" internal
talent.
It is our commitment to develop and promote great talent within the
Tenneco team.
Position Summary:
This position will primarily act as a buyer and analyst for raw
materials. Manage subcontracting suppliers and act as a back-up
procurement analyst for raw materials. This includes procuring
materials to support the upstream manufacturing while balancing
inventory levels to ensure the lowest possible inventory with the
highest possible fill rate. This role will also be first level SAP
support for buyers and analysts including resolving SAP issues,
providing business requirements to IT, testing and training.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities: (Other duties may be
assigned)
- Provide first level technical support for procurement and
purchasing SAP users
- For more complex issues, work with the SAP Support Team by
providing business user requirements, testing of solutions and end
user training
- Responsible for subcontracting vendor contracts/scheduling
agreements which includes placing/releasing orders,
expedite/de-expedite order as necessary and maintain visual pull
inventory
- Manage subcontracting supply base (vendor performance, open
order report, lead time reduction, etc.)
- Back-up other analysts, primarily raw materials, during
vacations or absences
- Partner with production planning and other departments to
ensure business continuity, supply demand, service and cost
management
- Analyze and adjust inventory levels (safety stocks;
excess/obsolete material)
- Participate in meetings such as, staff, production, inventory,
budget, safety, quality, CNN, OPS reviews, quarterly
communications, as required
- Follow the Quality Management System requirements as outlined
in the applicable QMS procedures
- Follow environmental and safety rules and regulations and
suggest ways for continual improvement
- Promptly reports quality problems, personal injuries and unsafe
conditions
- Maintain a clean and orderly work area
- Perform related duties and assignments that are consistent with
knowledge and training
Qualifications - Required Skills:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- At least 2-3 years' experience using SAP - purchasing, buying
and planning in a manufacturing environment
- Strong understanding of SAP vendor contracts, scheduling
agreements and subcontracting processes
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with all levels
of the organization and customers
- Demonstrated analytical abilities necessary to plan and
prioritize own work, complete work on schedule and maintain
required records and logs
- Proven ability to learn new concepts, processes, etc. quickly
and utilize them within a team
- Strong technical aptitude and analytical skills with the
ability to assess trends and statistical data/reports
- Proficient in Excel, Word and Access is a plus
- Self-motivated and able to work in a team environment
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to sit for long periods of time
- Ability to walk and move about, stoop and bend
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Work in an office environment with daily trips into the
manufacturing shop which may be subject to excessive noise
You are encouraged to 'Own Your Career' to maximize your
development and reach your full potential!
Nearest Major Market: Chicago
Keywords: Tenneco, South Bend , Snr Material/Logistics Buyer, Professions , Skokie, Indiana
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