Sourcing Strategist/Senior Buyer
Wilbur-EllisAbout the role
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Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment.
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Role Overview:
The Sourcing Strategist/Senior Buyer will assist the Senior Director of Supply Chain with sourcing and purchasing of materials, driving continuous internal procurement improvement, supplier performance, and relationship management.
A Sample of What You'll Do in this Role:
Interact with plant managers at all manufacturing facilities in the US and Canada, planning and creating purchase orders for raw materials, packaging materials, and indirect spending.
Work closely at a detailed level with suppliers and manufacturing locations, monitoring inbound raw material movements, resolving day-to-day material flow deviations, and reconciling purchasing/invoicing discrepancies as they arise.
Assist the Senior Director of Supply Chain in requesting and researching new suppliers, and evaluating suppliers, bids, costs, and quality.
Prepare cost sheets for sales management across each of the businesses.
What You Bring to this Role:
5+ years of experience in purchasing and supply chain roles, in a manufacturing environment (chemical manufacturing preferred).
Experience with ERP systems and skilled in Material Management modules (MRP/Purchasing).
Skills in Excel.
APICS - CPIM or equivalent certification is preferred.
BS in Supply Chain, Business, or similar degree required
What Makes You a Great Fit:
You’re a detail-oriented self-starter with strong procurement and communication skills
You have cross-functional collaborative experience and an aptitude to build strong rapport and positive/professional working relationships
You have an ability to work well under pressure and in situations requiring a strong sense of urgency
You enjoy working in a fast-paced work environment with multiple projects/priorities
Compensation and Benefits:
In compliance with all states and cities requiring transparency of pay, the base compensation for this position ranges from $102,800 - $144,020. Note that salary may vary based on location, skills, and experience.
This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and vacation, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, and retirement plan participation, including an employer contribution of up to 7% into your 401(k). Follow this link for more information regarding Wilbur-Ellis employee benefits:
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