Purchasing Analyst I

Summary: Oatey Company, established in 1916, is a leading provider of high-quality products for the plumbing industry. They are seeking a Purchasing Analyst I to review and analyze raw material requirements, issue and maintain purchase orders, and collaborate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials for production demands. Responsibilities: - Utilizes SAP to issue purchase order to suppliers: Buyers should be familiar with the purchasing SOP/method for his/her assigned site/commodities suppliers - Follows up on past due PO’s and work with supplier to hone in delivery of material to meet production demands - Buyer will need to expedite material from supplier if necessary - Utilizes basic spreadsheets and SAP to: analyze raw material usage, days/weeks on hand, and to determine root causes of raw material outages and purchase order receiving discrepancies - Maintains rapport and a solid business relationship with assigned vendors - Works with Sourcing team to: resolve PO pricing issues; various other issues regarding raw material - Reduces total cost through the optimization of order management, routing of shipments and consolidation of supply between suppliers while meeting fill rate and inventory requirements - Support payables process in troubleshooting invoice non-match resolution Required Qualifications: - Work experience utilizing MRP / DRP / MPS in ERP software packages - Focused / Detail oriented work style producing comprehensive work - Excellent communication skills (written and oral) - High competency level with Microsoft Excel and Outlook - Demonstrated Interpersonal / Collaborative skills and ability - One (1) to three (3) years relevant job experience within a manufacturing environment - Ability to generate Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP formulas in Excel - Associates Degree in Business or related field, or relevant equivalent experience in lieu of degree Preferred Qualifications: - SAP working experience preferred - Bachelor's Degree preferred Required Skills: SAP, MRP, DRP, MPS, ERP software, Microsoft Excel, Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP formulas, Microsoft Outlook, Purchase Order Management, Supplier Relationship Management Benefits: Generous paid time off programs and paid company holidays to support flexibility and work-life balance, Annual Discretionary Cash Profit Sharing, Immediate eligibility and vesting in 401(k), including 100% company match, up to 5% of eligible compensation, Market leading health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance offerings for associates and qualified dependents, Significant company contribution to Health Savings Account with a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP), Short-Term and Long-Term Disability income protection coverage at no cost to associates, Paid Maternity and Paid Parental Leave, Tuition reimbursement, A strong set of complementary resources to support associate well-being, including resource groups, EAP, and dedicated mental health support.