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Continental Maintenance Inventory & Purchasing Specialist in Plymouth, Indiana
Continental Tire has been around for nearly 150 years, we’ve been changing the way the world moves while making it more safe, smart, sustainable and accessible to all.
Hoosier Racing Tire is the largest race tire manufacturer in the world. Hoosier has grown to produce over 1000 different types of race tires. The company has its own 300-mph test wheel; a technology center; state-of-the-art, fully-integrated production facilities recently adding a high-tech mixing plant, with enough capacity to produce not only for Hoosier Racing Tire, but to have the ability to produce rubber for additional entities as well as a model sales and distribution network.
Our Hoosier location at Plymouth, IN is seeking a 1st shift Maintenance Inventory and Purchasing Specialist to join our team.
Are you ready to shape the future with us?
The Maintenance Inventory & Purchasing Specialist ensures efficient storeroom operations by managing and monitoring the availability of parts, tools, and materials necessary for production. This role is critical in minimizing production downtime and reducing costs while supporting the department in achieving its key performance indicators (KPIs). The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to interpret data and drive decisions. They will also demonstrate excellent communication and negotiation skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Key Responsibilities :
SAP Data Management : Enter, update, and manage inventory data in the SAP system, ensuring accuracy and data integrity in collaboration with the Plant Engineering team.
Inventory Module Support : Assist Plant Engineering with the setup, use, and maintenance of the inventory module to streamline operations.
Budget Assistance : Use historical data to support the department manager in developing future maintenance budgets.
Documentation Maintenance : Maintain and organize documentation for facilities and equipment to ensure easy access and compliance.
Spare Parts Management : Identify, source, and order spare parts for inventory, emergency repairs, and machine rebuilds.
Receiving & Storage : Receive incoming parts, ensure accurate placement in storage locations, and record details in SAP.
Technical Support : Assist technicians in locating and verifying parts in the SAP system.
Inventory Control : Track inventory levels, flag issues, and notify the manager of any discrepancies or shortages.
Returns Processing : Manage the return of spare parts to proper storage locations and ensure updates in SAP.
Expedited Orders : Handle urgent requests and special orders for parts and materials during maintenance and production emergencies.
Storeroom Accountability : Manage financial aspects of storeroom inventory, ensuring accurate cost tracking and reporting.
Storeroom Maintenance : Oversee housekeeping of the storeroom and repair areas to ensure a safe and organized environment.
Cycle Counts & Audits : Organize and perform regular inventory counts and audits to maintain stock accuracy.
Inventory Management in SAP-MM : Maintain accurate inventory descriptions, locations, specifications, and updates in the SAP Material Management (SAP-MM) system.
Obsolete Products : Monitor and report obsolete or end-of-life products to the planner/scheduler, reliability engineers, and maintenance system managers.
Additional Duties : Perform other tasks as assigned by the manager.
High School Diploma or GED required.
Associates or Bachelors degree preferred in business administration, supply chain management, or related field.
Proven experience (2+ years) as an Inventory Specialist, Procurement Specialist, or similar role.
Consideration will be given to candidates with 5+ years of tire manufacturing experience in lieu of proven experience.
Solid understanding of inventory management practices and procedures.
Familiarity with inventory management software (e.g., SAP) and procurement systems.
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
Continental is not able to pay relocation expenses for this opportunity.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
EEO-Statement:
EEO / AA / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to Careers@conti-na.com or contact US Recruiting at 248.393.5566. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back.
Ready to drive with Continental? Take the first step and fill in the online application.
EEO-Statement:
EEO / AA / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to Careers@conti-na.com or contact US Recruiting at 248.393.5566. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back.
Ready to drive with Continental? Take the first step and fill in the online application.