Snap-on / RS&I Division / Equipment Solutions Group - Kenosha, WI

Monday-Friday, In-office, 8a-5p central. 

Under the supervision of the Purchasing Supervisor, develops, and works with sources of supply, prepares, and executes standard request for quotations; purchases materials, supplies, equipment, and services for manufacturing and other departments.  Maintains files, logs, supplier and purchasing records.  Provides administrative and clerical support to the purchasing department and management.

• Performs a variety of administrative duties related to the acquisition of materials, supplies, equipment and services, and the returning of purchased goods.
• Contacts appropriate suppliers to obtain price quotes, lead-time, methods of procurement, and quality data.
• Performs analysis requiring the usage of ERP LN, Word, Excel, Access and other computer programs.
• Oversees new vendor setup in procurement or purchasing systems. Ensuring systems are maintained and updated.
• Attends and/or conducts a variety of meetings with staff, suppliers, and other groups to clarify specifications, material requirements, contractual agreements, and to resolve quality problems.
• Plans and organizes work.
• Participates in business-wide and local Strategic Sourcing activities.
• Interpret and apply policies and procedures.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. 

• Ability to communicate effectively with associates and suppliers both orally and in writing. 
• Ensure supplier agreements are completed.  
• Administrative purchasing experience.  
• Keyboard, reading, writing and mathematical skills, and the ability to use specialized equipment, read difficult instructions, and maintain records.
• Computer skills, Excel, Word, ERP LN, Access, Vision Explorer, Materials Management System or equivalent.

• College degree or equivalent education.
• Two years' relevant experience.
• Good understanding of electrical/electronic manufacturing process, components and purchasing policies.
• Solid understanding of major categories of vehicle service equipment products.
• Proven experience achieving results in a matrix organization.
• Personal characteristics of particular importance are approachability, responsiveness, enthusiasm, adaptability, and flexibility.