Procurement Analyst II

Procurement Analyst II

Who we are:

Atkore is forging a future where our employees, customers, suppliers, shareholders, and communities are building better together - a future focused on serving the customer and powering and protecting the world.

With a global network of manufacturing and distribution facilities, Atkore is a leading provider of electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions.

Who we are looking for:

We are currently looking for a Procurement Analyst II to be based out of New Bedford, MA. Reporting to the Procurement Director, this person will interface heavily with external suppliers, internal manufacturing, engineering, and sales team members to improve inventory performance, cost, delivery, quality, and lead time.

The ideal candidate will have experience in Procurement and a working knowledge Inventory Control and Logistics/Freight. The incumbent analyzes production requirements and orders material to ensure an uninterrupted flow of goods and services sufficient to support the master production schedule. The candidate will be responsible for the most vital raw materials and will have a strong working knowledge of MRP concepts, Inventory Control, and Logistics/Freight. This position will also identify and develop new sources of supply and new/alternative materials in support of the business unit's production team and its cost reduction efforts. The Procurement Analyst II will participate in the promotion and facilitation of events supporting the entire value chain. This position is a highly visible role that will focus on key cross functional processes and system improvements allowing us to accelerate the standardization, stability, and simplification in the manufacturing supply chain.

What you'll do:

• Create purchase orders and facilitate all changes and expedites; reconcile pending invoices and take ownership to maintain proper order processing, inclusive of DoA, GL accuracy, and data entry.
• Develop and monitor standard costs for raw materials to perform cost and supply analysis to optimize purchasing plan as required.
• Develop new domestic sources as needed and pro-actively identify potential future sources to be evaluated and qualified.
• Problem-solve which includes root cause analysis and preventive action implementation.
• Maintain clear lines of communication between procurement and stakeholders to include Manufacturing operations, Quality, Logistics, Finance, and to obtain the best pricings, quality, service, and delivery.
• Manage Ad hoc projects and reports to support the development and implementation of MRP systems; manage the databases associated with the procurement modules.
• Develop and conduct training for new associates.
• Work closely with leadership to ensure all processes are accurate, documented and updated properly.
• Establish work procedures and schedules to meet customer requirements.

What you'll bring:

• BS in Business discipline and three to five years' experience in Procurement; Advanced degree preferred.
• Procurement/Supply Chain negotiating experience in an industrial environment.
• Must be proficient with MS OS and general purchasing software solutions. Experience with JDE/Oracle preferred.
• Experience with inventory control programs.
• Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in time and project management.
• Ability to work in a team environment and as an individual contributor to support and drive company values and initiatives

Within 3 months, you'll:

• Complete your Atkore Immersion program.
• Have developed relationships with the key stakeholders for this role.
• Be highly engaged and aligned with Planning, Scheduling and Operations and support groups.
• Gain an understanding of the training materials and procedures your team owns.

Within 6 months, you'll:

• Understand the business well enough to own and drive operational activities with the assistance of internal support.
• Maintain and be accountable for KPI reporting while actively participating in Lean Daily Management activities.
• Be actively developing opportunities to improve the current supply chain.

Within 12 months, you'll:

• Design and execute purchasing strategies to achieve operational objectives.
• Develop and drive best practices and demonstrate an ability to get results through influencing others.
• Be responsible for suggesting changes to senior management, using analytics to support your recommendations, and actively participate in the implementation of approved changes.
• Be the expert in your commodities.
• Develops new domestic and global supply sources as needed, and pro-actively identifies potential future sources to be evaluated and qualified.
• Evaluate supply chain abilities to support ad-hoc or un-forecasted demand changes.

Atkore is a recipient of a Great Place to Work certification and a Top Workplaces USA award! We're committed to creating an engaged and aligned workforce that drives collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results, stays focused on being standout leaders, and fully supports decisions of the Company. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors, all in a way that's consistent with our core values. Together, we build strong leaders that continually endeavor to move us forward.

Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!