Job description

Inovair is the industrial products division of Accessible Technologies, Inc. The company was founded in 1994 to expand the application of high efficiency geared centrifugal blower technology within forced induction, aerospace, municipal and industrial applications. Inovair has been the worldwide leader for high performance compressors utilized in aircraft ground support equipment since 1998. We are a leader in compact high efficiency blower packages for wastewater treatment, and supplies blowers and compressors for a broad range of industrial applications. Highly efficient blower design, durable transmission design and space utilization are just a few hallmarks of the Inovair line. We are proud that all Inovair activities (engineering, manufacturing, and service) are performed in the USA.

Job Summary

This individual is responsible for developing supplier relationships, managing all procurement activities, and coordinating with program management/operations teams. This includes but is not limited to: PO placement, supplier follow-up, supplier metric generation and distribution, analyzing supplier risk, and cost comparison. Accuracy, time management, and effective communication are essential to ensure Inovair receives goods on time and within budget.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Build a culture of strong vendor relationships while controlling costs and vendor performance (quality and delivery)
• Develop necessary reporting to ensure accurate supplier performance
• Distribute supplier performance data to supply chain
• Hold supply chain accountable for performance
• Manage new supplier setup and ensure all paperwork (Quality and Financial) is complete
• Continually review supplier information
• Review purchase orders prior to placement
• Ensure accurate dates and quantities are placed on purchase orders
• Ensure accurate closure of purchase orders (pricing, quantity, receipt date)
• Manage supplier returns in a timely fashion
• Develop and execute inventory reduction initiatives; improve inventory turns
• Support internal departments providing status and expedite requests for purchased items
• Manage all vendor RFQ activity
• Manage Min/Max inventory levels
• Place purchase orders with suppliers
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 5 years of supply chain management experience OR two years of experience with a bachelor’s degree
• Bachelor’s Degree in business or equivalent preferred
• Experience in the wastewater or turbomachinery industry (desired)
• Ability to understand BOMs and Engineering drawings at the level needed to convey requirements to vendors
• A knowledge of materials, hardware, and various components utilized in the manufacture of industrial machinery
• 5 years of ERP Experience
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Project management skills related to planning, development, and implementation of business solutions
• Effective organizational skills with ability to handle multiple priorities
• Ability to apply technology to solve business problems
• Demonstrate decision making, analytical and problem solving skills
• Customer and vendor focused
• Must have a positive, “can do” attitude
• Ability to work with others in a team environment and to give/receive feedback

Accessible Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lenexa, KS 66215: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Experience:

• ERP systems: 3 years (Preferred)
• Wastewater: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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