Purchasing Supervisor

GEOKON is a manufacturer of sensors and instrumentation used in civil, mining and structural engineering projects throughout the world.

We are currently seeking a Purchasing Supervisor, who at the direction of the Production Manager, will contribute to the success of GEOKON by managing all aspects of the purchasing for the company. This is a full-time position working Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Analyze reports for shortages and restocking requirements generated by the ERP system
• Help Prioritize parts in incoming inspection, as required
• Actively participate in Production, ECR, and Supervisor meetings
• Work with the materials group to ensure that on hand quantities and safety stock levels are appropriate to meet current and future requirements
• Assist engineering with special procurement requirements when necessary
• Work closely with other departments to maintain adequate inventory levels within the ERP system
• Develop effective relationships with suppliers to ensure that all purchased items meet both schedule and quality requirements
• Maintain all appropriate procurement records
• Help resolve NCAR issues with suppliers
• Ensure that direct reports are cross trained
• Performance Appraisals
• Evaluate personnel requirements and hire and terminate as required
• Develop and maintain training records for direct reports
• Process purchase orders through the ERP system

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Associate degree in a related technical field
• 1-3 years of experience

Other Requirements:

• Excellent team player with the ability to work well across functional areas
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers
• Proficient with ERP software, Exact MAX software preferred
• Internal knowledge of GEOKON product line preferred
• Understanding of basic business processes, including costing analysis, profitability, data analytics preferred
• Understanding of production processes, including assembly practices, procurement, manufacturing
• Strong technical aptitude
• Excellent computer proficiency (Microsoft® Word™, Excel®, Outlook® and Teams® software, etc.)
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

This opportunity is located in Lebanon, NH, near Dartmouth College, and resides within the scenic Upper Valley region of New Hampshire, which offers a wide-range of year-round recreational and cultural opportunities.

GEOKON is an outstanding company offering competitive salaries and excellent benefits including Medical/Dental, Life/Disability Insurance and 401(k).

Please or send (no phone calls please) your résumé, with salary history, to:

Manager, Human Resources

GEOKON

48 Spencer Street

Lebanon, NH 03766