Position Purpose:

Perform various tasks to support purchasing, material control, and related activities at VTI.

Principal Duties:

The following are the principal duties of the Materials Coordinator/Purchasing Assistant:

• Organizes and replenishes stock of various materials and components
• Monitors and maintains adequate on hand levels of standard materials, components, and operating supplies and submits Purchase Requests for same
• Utilizes research and computer skills to identify and locate appropriate suppliers and/or products based on the needs of internal VTI customers
• Gathers pricing, lead times, product specifications, and other information from potential suppliers in support of the Purchasing Agent
• Interfaces and navigates though the Purchasing, Products, and Orders Modules of VTI’s in house database system
• Executes purchases using VTI’s in house database system (will train) while adhering to VTI’s Quality Program using various methods, such as telephone, e-mail, and supplier websites in support of the Purchasing Agent
• Assists the Purchasing Agent, as required, with expediting late purchase orders
• Creates, edits, and maintains spreadsheets as necessary to analyze costs and other factors
• Operates a VTI vehicle to pick up purchases from local suppliers and performs other errands as required
• Assists in shipping/receiving area when needed (will train) including unloading of raw material trucks using forklifts, pallet jacks, overhead cranes, and other material handling equipment
• Maintains and replenishes VTI’s stock of commonly used tools, issues tools to employees and logs in toolbox inventory spreadsheet as required
• Conducts toolbox inventory counts and updates inventory spreadsheets accordingly

Requirements:

• Minimum High School diploma with preferred additional continuing education
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience within a manufacturing environment
• Ability to adapt in a fast paced environment where priorities can change quickly
• Good basic math, verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Working knowledge of general hardware and raw materials
• Proficient using computers, such as doing web research, making purchases on-line utilizing Microsoft Office Suite, and the ability to learn how to use VTI’s in-house business management system
• Possesses a valid TN driver’s license with a clean motor vehicle driving record in the last 24 months
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Maintains a clean and orderly work environment
• Works safely and cooperatively with co-workers and customers
• Willingness to perform other tasks outside of normal duties

Pay Rates and Benefits:

• A competitive compensation is offered commensurate with experience
• Health and Vision plan with a Health Savings Account all funded in part by employer contributions
• 401(k) with a generous company matching program (eligible after 1 year of full-time employment)
• 13 PTO days, increases after 5 and 10 years of service
• 11 paid holidays
• Flexible work schedule after 1 year of service
• On-site swimming pool, racquetball court, and workout facility
• All tools provided by Company