SUMMARY  Coordinate the procurement and distribution of materials, parts, equipment, and supplies for the organization by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Review and analyze purchase requisitions.

Coordinate purchasing activities with manufacturing, planning and engineering departments to acquire inventory in a cost effective and timely manner.

Process purchase requisitions, purchase change orders and requests for quotes to suppliers.

Responsible for procurement business system data input and integrity.

Analyze purchase history to get the best price based on volume.

Perform cost analysis and volume planning for commodities managed (e.g. materials, components).    Negotiate long-term agreements with suppliers for cost and lead time.

Develop supplier relationships and manage suppliers for performance, cost, quality, and delivery.

Identify new suppliers based on the capabilities Axcelis requires.

Interact closely with suppliers and QA to resolve quality issues.

Effectively apply  expertise of assigned commodities  to compare and apply best practices across industries and companies.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:  

COMPETENCIES In addition to demonstrating Axcelis Attributes and Behaviors the employee will be subject to all Axcelis employee policies and to both quantitative and qualitative assessments of performance.

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE  Bachelor's degree preferred from a four-year college or university and 3-5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.  Degree Preferred:                   

CERTIFICATE/LICENSES/SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

Percent of travel required up to   10  %.

 OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

 Ability to read, write, comprehend and speak English sufficiently well to perform job functions.

Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office; experience with Microsoft Access preferred.  Working knowledge of MRP required.

Working knowledge of kanban, cost out and lead time reduction initiatives are required.

Required Skills Required Experience

• EMPOWER people to make their own choices while providing as little support as necessary to create opportunities for independence
• GUIDE people through their morning & nighttime routine (varied based on level of support)
• ASSIST with personal care, hygiene, and daily living skills
• Play basketball, go for a walk, challenge someone to a game of cards
• Explore parks, museums, concerts, sporting events within the community
• Prepare a favorite meal together, making consistency modifications if necessary
• Be a role model for making safe and healthy lifestyle choices
• Grow positive relationships with families or guardians, and be their go-to contact