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Buyer/Supply Chain Manager - Fabrication - Phillips Tank and Structure

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Job Description - Buyer/Supply Chain Manager - Fabrication - Phillips Tank and Structure


 
Thank you for your interest in joining the Phillips Tank & Structure (PTS) team! We design, engineer, construct, and repair above-ground steel storage tanks and other related structures. Headquartered in Braddock, Pennsylvania, PTS is a growing company with a family-like culture. We have active projects in various industries, such as petroleum, power, chemical, and renewable fuels markets, throughout the United States. PTS utilizes state-of-the-art 3D modelling software to produce detailed design and fabrication drawings that are the best in the industry.

Job Summary
We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Buyer/Supply Chain Manager to oversee purchasing, vendor management, inventory control, and overall supply chain performance of our welding and fabrication shop. This role plays a critical part in ensuring materials and services are sourced efficiently, cost-effectively, and delivered on time to support production and project schedules. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, collaborative, and comfortable working in a fast-paced fabrication or manufacturing environment.

 
Compensation:Commensurate with experience.  Included is an IT Allowance of $35 per month, plus a company laptop computer.
Benefits:Competitive Benefits. Available on the 1st of the month after a 30-day waiting period from the hire date. PTS pays approximately 60% and employees pay 40% of medical benefits premiums. Employees pay 100% for all other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off.
Status:Full-time/Hourly (Overtime Non-Exempt).
NOTE:Compensation, benefits, and other position details are subject to PTS’ policies and procedures.
 
Responsibilities
    • Review daily Purchase Order delivery log and check in material.
    • Label drawings.
    • Track and gather heat numbers and transfer to drawings.
    • Build MTR (Material Test Report) package for outgoing shipments.
    • File miscellaneous QC paperwork.
    • Attend daily production meeting with Project Managers & Shop Leadership.
    • Purchase raw materials for upcoming jobs and for inventory replenishment.
    • Set up burn files in PTS systems.
    • Maintain records on inventory of raw materials, buyouts and fabricated items.
  • Identify and prioritize long lead time/critical path items.
  • Determine which vendors are best suited to fulfill the project requirements based on price, lead time, proximity and other factors.
  • Obtain quotes and issue purchase orders.
  • Communicate with PTS and outside vendors as needed to help ensure the effective execution of the work.
  • Review and approve vendor bills.
  • Ensure invoiced amounts are correct and vendors furnish all required QC, insurance and other applicable backup documentation.
  • Assist with preparing backup documentation and calculations necessary for invoicing T&M jobs.
  • Ensure Procurement Standards and Procedures are followed, and files are organized.
  • Understand the project budget and communicating any anticipated or actual cost overruns to the Project Management Group.
  • Understand the strengths, weaknesses and capabilities of vendors.
  • Locate and evaluate potential new vendors and ways to reduce costs or increase efficiency.
  • Assist with developing or improving tank design standards and specifications.
  • Develop and maintain Procurement systems and process files to foster teamwork, uniformity and transparency.
  • Conduct root cause analysis and corrective action plans for vendor quality or delivery issues.
  • Promote all aspects of Total Quality Management (TQM) program.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or a related field
  • Excellent planning skills and attention to detail
  • Solid reading, writing, and communication skills
  • Self-motivated problem solver
  • Organized and analytical
  • Team-player; eager to learn and improve
  • Proficiency in MS Excel and MS Word
  • proficiency in Google Drive and Google Sheets
  • ERP knowledge/experience
  • Willingness to ask for help or delegate as needed
  • Love of continuous improvement and problem solving
  • Belief in: “There is always a better way to do something”

To Apply:
If interested, complete the job application from PTS’ website at https://phillipstankandstructure.applytojob.com/apply/.
PTS is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.



 

 
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Steel Valley Fabricators

Phillips Tank & Structure (PTS) specializes in engineering, designing, repairing, and constructing above-ground storage tanks (ASTs)

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