Senior Specialist–Supply Chain Job Burnaby area,BC Canada,Business

Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 17,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us? Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication? How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization? We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology, Inc.

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Job Description:

General:

Issue and manage purchase orders in support of Microchip internal manufacturing.

Use advanced computer skills to establish reporting for activities and exceptions.

Preparing RFQ and specifications, evaluating quotations and preparing contracts to meet both National and International requirements.

Planning and carrying out effective commercial negotiation strategies and tactics.

Build and maintain close working relationships with internal manufacturing and planning teams to discuss key gaps / supply chain risks and focus on key improvement areas.

Remains current on economic, industrial, and other trends that affect market and prices.

Report on Purchasing performance to various manufacturing teams globally and drive root cause / corrective actions with suppliers.

Key Technical Purchasing & Supply Chain

Competencies:

Drive systemization of process within the supply chain.

Understand purchasing policies and process flows to effectively drive improvements within the ERP system, and train colleagues on correct setup of material flow.

Resolves accounts payable / receivable discrepancies for category assigned.

Resolves delivery/receiving discrepancies for category assigned.

How to deliver and maintain effective customer service in diverse purchasing environments.

Types and use of specifications.

Sourcing and partnering.

Psychology, techniques, and tactics of commercial negotiation.

Requirements/

Qualifications:

Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in supply chain management, purchasing, or related field.

A bachelor’s degree in business administration, procurement, accounting or finance.

Microsoft Dynamics AX2012 / INFOR LN experience preferred.

APICS certification including CPIM, CFPIM, or the CSCP is preferred.

The candidate must have the potential to increase the responsibility level in the future.

General or Key

Competencies:

Strong Interpersonal Skills

Computerized manufacturing systems and ERP / MRP experience

Proven planning, organizational and communication skills

Proficient in the use Microsoft Office software (esp. Excel)

Demonstrated analytical, verbal, and written communication skills

Working with others and in teams

Broader Business Skills Such as:

Finance and Accounting techniques

Research methods

Customer service strategies and tactics

Travel Time:

0% - 25%

Pay Range:

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive base pay, restricted stock units, and quarterly bonus payments. In addition to these components, our package includes health benefits that begin day one, retirement savings plans, and an industry leading IESPP program with a 6-month look back feature. Find more information about all our benefits at the link below:

The annual base salary range for this position is $53,000-$90,000.*

* Range is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills and experience.

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