Production Coordinator Job at Brenntag in Santa Fe Springs

Job Summary

Provide support to Commercial Sales Team and Supply Chain, to free up District/Branch/Sales Manager’s and Purchasing Team’s time. Help with sourcing for non-managed products, or as requested.

Your Role And Responsibilities

• Provide pricing guidance/support for Sales Reps, upon direction from VP of Supply Chain or Commercial Mgt Team. Including new quotes, bids and RFQ’s.
• Communicate with Suppliers and Potential Suppliers for product sourcing requests, primarily on Non-Managed Products
• Use Brenntag Source (former Moneypenny) to help support new Sourcing Opportunities
• Help execute supplier negotiations on non-managed products, including meetings when appropriate
• As requested, assist the Product Managers in identifying and organizing cost saving opportunities on products in their portfolio
• Help roll out and execute Product Line launches or conversions, where needed
• As needed, identify alternate products and/or manufacturers that offer purchase savings
• Monitor, submitted savings, through SharePoint and QLIK, and update expectations accordingly
• Provide back up to Purchasing Team, assisting in placing PO’s and Direct Shipment invoicing when requested
• Work with Inventory team to move products between branches when needed
• Work internally to advise on product availability when appropriate, including working with CSR’s
• Assigned tasks or project support for Supply Chain Team
• Represent Brenntag Pacific in a Professional Manner

Your Profile

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university, and a minimum of 2 years related work experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Possess a minimum of 3 years’ experience in chemical distribution.
• Proficient level of skill in Microsoft Office, AS400 and LotusNotes.
• Possess thorough knowledge of Brenntag products distributed.
• Requires knowledge of business statistics and analysis.
• Ability to prioritize work to meet time-sensitive deadlines.
• Possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of staff including upper management.
• Ability to read, write and speak the English language.

OUR OFFER

We aim to create an environment where the best people want to work, where they can turn their passion into their job and realize their full potential.

• Individual development, on-the-job training, and development programs designed to help our employees grow in their careers.
• Paid parental leave
• Education assistance program
• Employee assistance program
• Various healthcare plan options as well as 401(k)

INTERESTED?

We look forward receiving your application.

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