Job Description

What does a cell phone in your pocket, a spaceship, and an electric vehicle have in common?

Ellsworth Adhesives specs in materials in each of those products!

Ellsworth Corporation, a global, industry leading distributor of specialty chemicals and equipment and adhesive manufacturer currently has an open Buyer opportunity. This role reports into KitPackers, LLC, an Ellsworth Corporation company, located in Germantown, WI. Candidates must be open to an on-site/hybrid work schedule out of our Germantown facility. The hiring manager is also open to considering associate level candidates.

Are you an experienced supply chain professional looking to continue to grow your career? This is an exciting time to be a part of Ellsworth, come join our team!

KitPackers is a GROWING industry leading packager of high-end adhesives for the aerospace, defense, technology, and automotive industries. Come work for us and enjoy a PTO allotment on your first day, great benefits, competitive pay, and a generous quarterly gainsharing (performance bonus) plan, as well as promotion opportunities within the department and the Ellsworth organization. Come join our growing team!

This role executes all functions of procurement up to and until the point of receipt and develops and leverages supplier relationships for operational and cost-saving initiatives for assigned commodity categories. It also ensures optimal stocking strategies to meet Customer demand at the best price point of purchase.

Responsibilities

• Negotiates pricing, returns, non-conformance, and best terms with Suppliers.
• Submits daily purchase orders based on material requirements and manages the process through release, confirmation, non-conformance, and delivery.
• Develops and maintains relationships throughout the Supplier Organization to facilitate prompt resolution of issues (expedites, sales and customer service questions / concerns, customer specifications, product conformity, logistics, etc.,)
• Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to resolve pricing questions, confirm current costs, and obtain quotes for products
• Collaborates with the Planning team to ensure accurate inventory levels throughout the Commodity
• Partners with the Sourcing team to implement Supplier Scorecards and KPIs, participates in regular supplier performance reviews. Takes action with Suppliers for Operational Improvement and Cost Savings opportunities

PERKS & BENEFITS

As an industry leader, we offer a competitive wage, bonus plan, and a comprehensive benefit package which includes Health, Prescription, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Flexible Spending, 401(k), Employee Assistance, Paid Time Off and Holidays, Wellness Program, Social Events, Community Involvement and much more! Click Here for a summary of Employee Benefits

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in strategic buying, purchasing or related field (Associate level candidates will have at least 1+ years' experience in purchasing or related field)
• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college in Supply Chain, Finance, or related field. Other combinations of education and experience may be considered as equivalent
• Professional certification in purchasing or supply chain management desired (Certified Purchasing Professional - CPP) through the American Purchasing Society or supply chain certification through APICS
• Ability to build strong Supplier relationships and possess the understanding of the entire supply chain within a commodity.
• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance, including making recommendations which may be outside standard operating procedures.
• Effectively communicates the impact of supply disruptions
• Continuous Improvement experience desired
• Negotiating skills
• Analytical skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with relevant industry regulations and standards
• Advanced computer skills with MS Office applications, ERP, etc.

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