Purchasing Assistant
Grand Rapids, MI
Company Overview:
Custom Profile (www.custom-profile.com) is a privately held manufacturer of plastic extruded products with over $25 million in annual sales and 165 employees at its locations in Grand Rapids, Michigan and Juarez, Mexico. The company is an industry leader in the profile extrusion industry, currently ranked 77th on the list of largest plastic extruders across all market segments. The company is looking to grow organically and acquisitively with plans of $50+ million revenue in the next 3-5 years. The company is owned by Sam Nicholas, the founder and Blackford Capital, a private equity firm with offices in Grand Rapids, MI and Los Angeles, CA. Founded in 1992, Custom Profile has enjoyed consistent annual growth in its revenues and earnings in 20 of its 22 years in operation. Custom Profile boasts a blue chip customer base, including Herman Miller, Haworth, Hon/Allsteel, Steelcase, Whirlpool, Electrolux, Hoover and others.
Job Description:
Reporting to the Purchasing Coordinator the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the Purchasing function within Custom Profile. Support the company goals of Zero Defects and 100% On-Time Delivery in a cost-efficient manner.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
? Participate in the IQMS Purchasing Process, which includes:
? Weekly Skid Order
? Ordering packaging and daily maintenance of move ups
? Ordering and maintaining colorant Kanban
? Ordering maintenance and tooling requests
? RMA and Credit Memo entry and follow through
? Conduct inventory cycle counts and make adjustments as need to make sound purchasing decisions
? Participate in the freight and transportation logistics for:
? inbound/outbound freight
? Special transportation needs for Custom Profile.
? Schedule and manage Intercompany Transfers to Juarez, MX
? Ordering/Picking up supplies from local business – Walmart, Sam’s Club, Harbor Freight, Home Depot, etc.
? Create IQ item numbers for maintenance, spare parts list, production and tooling as needed, while cleaning up duplicates in IQ
? Keep quotes updated in IQ for raw material items.
? Maintain and handle requests related to SDS, TDS, COA’s and other documentation need to meet standards set.
? Maintain a clean and organized work area; follow daily housekeeping and 5S standards.
? Promote and maintain a culture and attitude of continuous improvement, working within the company team to make it more efficient, safety and an enjoyable place to work.
Qualifications and Requirements
? Minimum of 1 year of purchasing experience required; a suitable combination of education and experience will also be considered.
? Experience in Planning/Scheduling a plus.
Strength in the following areas required:
? Microsoft Office experience (word, outlook, excel)
? ERP/MRP Experience
? Excellent organizational and follow up skills
? Strong communication skills (verbal, written and presentation)
Physical Demands:
? Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
? The noise level in our work environment is moderate.
? Safety glasses and closed-toe shoes must be worn on the production floor.
? Some travel, mostly local, is occasionally required.
