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Location: Beasley, TX, United States, 77417

REQUIREMENTS - MUST BE ABLE TO DO THE FOLLOWING:

• Experience in developing supply chain management strategies required
• Creative thinker with strong analytical skills required
• Good negotiation skills required
• Strong understanding of contracts, contract requirements, and contract management required
• Systems skills (procurement related) required
• Solid interpersonal skills and strong communicator required
• Knowledge of steel/metal production process and markets preferred
• Understanding of international business and international sourcing process preferred
• Cross disciplinary experience is highly valued and preferred
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is strongly preferred
• Knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures
• Ability to rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job
• Ability to work independently making sound and reasonable judgments
• Ability to work within group and cross functional environment
• Ability to work under immediate supervision
• Primary job functions may typically require exercising independent judgment
• Knowledge of JD Edwards or similar ERP system

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Contribute to developing and implementing global supply chain management strategies
• Initiate RFQ after obtaining required approvals or MRP demands
• Identify and develop vendors
• Maintain an accurate recordkeeping system and provide reports on various phases of activities
• Communicate material issues impacting customer due dates with relevant teams
• Monitor and manage stock materials/inventory
• Attend team meetings to discuss project and order status and resolve issues
• Drive continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives
• Manage supplier relationships: monitor performance, ensure proper invoicing, issue purchase orders, review pricing and back-order management

Your Education Should Be…

Minimum Education:

College degree preferred

Interaction: Internal departments, vendors, accounts payable, shipping & receiving

Required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Safety glasses, steel toe shoes, ear plugs, safety vest, gloves (when needed), face shield (when needed)

Your Professional Experience Should Include:

• Ability to work accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Experience in developing supply chain strategies
• Vendor development experience
• Negotiation skills
• Understanding of contracts and contract management
• Knowledge of steel/metal production and markets (preferred)
• International business and sourcing knowledge (preferred)

Chart Industries, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer serving the Energy and Industrial Gas markets, providing equipment across the entire liquid gas supply chain.