What are the responsibilities and job description for the International Purchasing Coordinator position at FNA Group?
FNA Group is an industry leader in the manufacture of pressure washers and outdoor power equipment with over 1 million square feet of production and warehouse space across four states. As our growth continues, we continue to add key contributors looking to advance their career in a fast-paced and competitive environment.
FNA Group has an International Purchasing Coordinator position available in our Pleasant Prairie, WI facility. The International Purchasing Coordinator will embrace a continuous improvement mindset to help implement process improvement and reduce cost.
A typical day for an International Purchasing Coordinator may include any of the following, and no two days are the same.
- Procure goods and services, including MRO, raw materials, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, etc.
- Confer with vendors to obtain product or service information.
- Evaluate vendors to determine their capability for performing to established specifications.
- Generate Request for Quotations (RFQs) with suppliers and prospective suppliers.
- Review bid proposals and negotiate contracts within budgetary limitations and scope of authority.
- Maintain item costs, lead times and purchases from vendors in our ERP system (Sage / MAS 500).
- Advise suppliers of non-conformances.
- Compile data from a wide variety of sources to analyze issues and ensure compliance.
- Issue purchase orders with correct purchasing cost and required dates.
To be successful as an FNA International Purchasing Coordinator, you will need to bring a few items with you. These items include:
- High sense of urgency and strong attention to detail.
- Strong Excel skills (intermediate/advanced).
- Basic understanding of ERP / MRP systems.
- Experience sourcing products and working with vendors to drive cost savings.
- Able to work collaboratively with different departments.
- A college degree is preferred, but 2 years of experience in purchasing / supply chain / inventory management is also appealing.
In addition to an exciting career opportunity, FNA Group offers a full benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) with a match (100% match up to 5% of salary), vacation and personal time off (PTO), and 7 paid holidays each year.
Salary : $45,200 - $57,200
