Principal Responsibilities Plan, schedule and monitor material movement through the production cycle Evaluate vendor reliability and develop solutions in case of material shortages Monitor cost and consolidate contracts where required to create cost-effective purchasing models Develop new supply sources where required to keep operations stocked and able to generate the desired output Actively maintain inventory and collaborate with operations to ensure appropriate stock Required Skills Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience CPIM and/or APICS certification preferred 2+ years of related experience Physical Demands & Working Conditions Perform activities such as sitting, standing, or typing for extended periods of time Occasionally moves/positions objects up to (INSERT) pounds Ability to remain in a stationary position for (INSERT)% of the time Must be able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand Must be able to exchange accurate information The ability to observe documents and details at close range (within a few feet of the observer) Operates in a professional office and/or manufacturing environment Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery Noise level in the work environment is usually average Equal Employment Opportunity MKS Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“MKS”) is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business. MKS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact us at: . #J-18808-Ljbffr