Inventory/Procurement Associate

Woburn MA

Description

Inventory/Procurement Associate Vacuum Barrier Corporation Woburn, MA Interested candidates please submit resume via the following link: 's_List This position offers a competitive compensation package with a salary range starting at $55K+ based on experience. About Vacuum Barrier Corporation (VBC) VBC is a cryogenic company located north of Boston in Woburn, MA. VBC supplies liquid nitrogen piping and injection/dosing systems for the semiconductor and beverage industries. VBC, a successful privately held company, remains the leader in liquid nitrogen handling systems with extensive manufacturing capabilities and sales presences throughout the world since 1958. VBC offers competitive salary, incentive bonus plan, Profit Sharing Trust, and a comprehensive benefits plan. Hours are Monday through 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. VBC is seeking an Inventory/Procurement Associate, primarily responsible for inventory processing, control cycle counts, purchasing and procurement, in addition to kitting and picking of stock and spare part items. Inventory/Procurement Associate Job Responsibilities Complete physical inventories and daily cycle counts; research and correct inventory discrepancies and perform adjustments where needed Post adjustments in the ERP system Receive and verify purchase orders and stock items appropriately Identify, document, and quarantine any damaged products Assist in maintaining Material Safety Data Sheets for incoming materials Receive items into ERP system and update internal work orders and planning reports Reconcile non-conformances with suppliers on stock item purchases Storing of various stock and non-stock inventory items once incoming inspection and receiving process has been completed Kitting/picking of stock items for both internal work orders and picking stock items and forwarding to vendors/suppliers to fulfill sub-contracting purchase orders Coordinating incoming raw materials including cryogenic piping for further processing; scan material certifications where relevant into ERP system for traceability Maintain strong relationships with vendors; negotiate price and delivery on products Review current demand vs. forecast and make purchasing recommendations Monitor purchasing activity with all departments to maintain inventory at forecasted levels Inventory/Procurement Associate Qualifications and Skills Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics or related field Minimum 3 years’ prior work experience in a comparable position; control cycle count, procurement/purchasing experience required Strong relationship building skills Excellent communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve Strong attention to detail Strong analytical thinking, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with ERP systems (currently using Microsoft Dynamics, converting to Business Central) Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Disclaimers: Applicants, as well as position incumbents, who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case by case basis. Vacuum Barrier Corporation is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity. Applicants for employment and employees are reviewed on their individual qualifications for a position. Under no circumstances will Vacuum Barrier Corporation discriminate against qualified persons on the basis of race, color, religious creed, retaliation, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, disability, mental illness, genetics, choice of health insurance, marital status, age, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under applicable law.