MERRICK has served the belt scale and feeder industry since 1908 and as the inventor of dynamic weighing and weigh feeding, has developed a reputation for designing and manufacturing high quality material handling products that are reliable, provide repeatable results, and are extremely accurate.
MERRICK enjoys one of the best-known brand names in the industry with equipment installed all over the world. Our wide selection of quality weighing systems allows us to handle a variety of dry bulk materials and applications ranging from cement to food products, power generation, mining, pharmaceuticals, steel, plastics, paper, chemicals, building materials and even wastewater treatment.
We offer competitive wages and have excellent benefits including Medical, Dental and Vision, Flexible and/or Dependent Care Spending Accounts, LegalShield/IDShield, 401k Plan, paid time for Sick, Vacation and 9 paid Holidays. The Company provides Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Short-term and Long-Term Disability benefits for all full-time employees.
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THIS APPLICATION IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT but merely is intended to provide information necessary to evaluate suitability for employment. Tannehill International Industries (TII) is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. TII is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a medical condition or disability, please contact Human Resources at 850-265-3611 or jcartrett@merrick-inc.com to let us know the nature of your request.
SUMMARY
Responsible for purchased and outsourced material planning process from receipt of buy plan to interaction with Sales/Engineering/Contracts/Manufacturing and placement of purchase order with vendors. Provides support after purchase to production and management as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Ability to work independently, make decisions and possess high organizational and prioritizing skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Persuasive and diplomatic.
Effective negotiation skills and the ability to meet deadlines
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to perform with the highest ethical standards.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Receives initial requisition; review particular specifications and requirements with involved engineering or manufacturing personnel to make certain quantity and quality meet job-manufacturing expectations
Chooses and negotiates best vendor terms, pricing and delivery based on specific budget and schedule requirements.
Monitors computer system demands and expedite open orders.
Interacts with and notifies all interested parties of updated status on delivery expectations and deadlines.
Establish principled supplier relationships that ensure best price and delivery.
Receives and interviews vendor representatives to discuss matters of mutual interest such as resolving discrepancies and monitoring delayed shipments.
Regularly updates records of suppliers' products as well as any improvements they report that might make their goods more acceptable to Merrick.
Monitors vendor performances as it applies to the Merrick purchasing procedure and Third Party Risk Management Program (TPRMP). Publishes results of the program and recommend changes to procedures and policies to enhance the vendor program.
Maintains and monitors off-site inventory and manufacturing. Apply cost savings and avoidances. Report cost savings to Supervisor. Handles rejects in a timely fashion.
Continually updates debit memos and credits with accounting.
Takes the responsibility for the blanket purchase order program ensuring proper and timely contract negotiation and renewal.
Ability to function in workplace of dignity and respect for all.
Ability to function as a team member and to get along with others.
Ability to honor EEO guidelines and principles.
Ability to report for work on time as scheduled and ready to perform.
Performs other similar or related duties as directed, assigned or as necessary to accomplish the department's objectives in an effective manner.
Requirements:
SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Accountable for all concerns within their scope of work and has the absolute responsibility to rectify and communicate any issue to managers, supervisors, safety or environmental managers as appropriate.
Follow all safe work practices, watch out for fellow workers, and ensure the purchasing area remains compliant regarding hazardous waste, non-hazardous waste and universal waste.
The following personal protection equipment is required and must be worn while working in the manufacturing facility, vendors or customers' facilities:
Company approved safety glasses or goggles.
Company approved steel or ESD toe shoes when working outside the safety aisles.
Appropriate hand protection, clothing and ear protection in designated areas.
Other safety equipment as required.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None required.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree in Business and a minimum of one year related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Advanced blueprint reading required, ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before employees of the organization.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as area, circumference, and Volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
COMPUTER AND SOFTWARE SKILLS: Computer literacy with good skills in Microsoft Office and Visual Manufacturing Software.
EQUIPMENT: Computer and other general office equipment.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently (67-100%) required to sit.
The employee is occasionally (1-33%) required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch; and talk or hear.
The employee must occasionally (1-33%) lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently in an office environment that is normally quiet and climate controlled.
Occasionally the employee is exposed to different situations in the manufacturing area such as hot or cold temperatures and may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles.
The noise level in the manufacturing environment is usually loud and may require the employee to wear hearing protection.
