This incumbent is responsible for ensuring an uninterrupted supply of materials in support of the manufacturing schedule. Through careful analysis, anticipate and avert any negative situations that may impact customer satisfaction. Minimizing inventory levels and maximizing inventory turns are essential. The incumbent is also accountable for vendor performance. This includes but is not limited to, the tracking of on-time delivery, the taking of appropriate action in maintaining vendor performance where needed, blocked invoice analysis and correction, as well as fostering a positive working relationship. Maintenance and accuracy of systems data, as related to this function, is also primary; this includes all General, Inventory, Purchase and Order data parameters. The incumbent is responsible for becoming knowledgeable of specific company units, specific commodities, groups of material, service, transportation requirements, their uses and application, their supply and availability sou...