Purchasing Planning Manager/ Cost Accountant

 JOB TITLE:  PURCHASING PLANNING MANAGER/ COST ACCOUNTANT


 

JOB LOCATION:  SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH

 

MISSION: AMD is seeking a motivated individual for their international operations. AMD operates six water bottling facilities for the US Military in Iraq. AMD has offices in Salt Lake City, Utah, Kuwait, and Iraq and employs individuals from the US, Mexico, Australia, Romania, India, the Philippines, and Kuwait. International travel required, approximately 25%.

 

BENEFITS: AMD offers a competitive salary, bonus opportunities, and health insurance

 

REPORTING TO:  VP of Purchasing and Logistics

 

RESPONSIBILTIES:

 

Responsible for planning and analysis for Purchasing & Logistics functions.

 

·  Coordinate financial issues – Coordinate financial issues and cash flow with Finance / Accounting representatives.

·  Track key indicators – Identify and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to assist Purchasing and Logistics in understanding the impact of its decisions on costs and productivity.

·  Ensure competitive pricing – Analyze Purchase Orders to confirm Purchasing is receiving competitive pricing from our suppliers.

·  Conduct quality reviews – Conduct quarterly quality reviews with strategic suppliers to review performance against published supplier performance indicators and resolve issues.

·  Maintain purchasing system – Maintain purchasing system security and data integrity.

·  Implement cost-saving initiatives – Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives to reduce our overall costs.

·  Complete ad hoc projects – Complete ad hoc projects as assigned.

 

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

 



Education:

·  Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. A masters degree a plus.

Experience:

·  10 + years business experience with a successful track record of increasing responsibilities.

Orientation:

·  Strong analytical, process, and technology skills.

·  Experience in financial controls.

·  Excellent communication skills.

·  Performs well under pressure.

 

 

 

PREFERRED SKILLS:

 

·  Experience in finance / accounting controls and analysis.

·  Experience in cost accounting

·  Experience in inventory management.

·  In-depth knowledge of purchasing and logistics processes.

·  In-depth knowledge of local industrial market.

·  Excellent negotiation skills.

·  Advanced computer and MS Office skills.

·  Ability to work with little or no supervision and a self-starter.

 

Qualified candidates email resumes to recruiting@almorrell.com or fax 801-907-7189

 

Please visit www.morrellinternational.com