Associate Buyer: Supply Chain & Supplier Relations

Ellsworth Adhesives; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Ellsworth Adhesives, located in Sparks, NV, has an Associate Buyer role on-site. The position focuses on submitting daily purchase orders, negotiating with suppliers, and developing supplier relationships to drive cost savings.

The ideal candidate has 1+ years in purchasing, a bachelor’s degree in a related field, and strong communication and analytical skills. CPP or APICS certifications are a plus, and the role supports a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in purchasing or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree 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 (CPP or APICS) preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build supplier relationships.
• Ability to learn in a fast-paced environment and work independently within standard operating procedures.
• Ability to understand entire supply chain within a commodity and industry regulations.

Responsibilities

• Submits daily purchase orders based on material requirements and manages through release, confirmation, non-conformance, and delivery.
• Negotiates returns and non-conformance with suppliers and ensures pricing and terms are met.
• Develops and maintains supplier relationships to resolve issues (expedites, questions, etc.).
• Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to resolve pricing questions, confirm current costs, and obtain quotes.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Fast-paced learning

Independent worker

Negotiating skills

Continuous improvement

MS Office proficiency

ERP software knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Finance, or related field

Tools

MS Office

ERP software

Job description

Ellsworth Adhesives, located in Sparks, NV, has an Associate Buyer role on-site. The position focuses on submitting daily purchase orders, negotiating with suppliers, and developing supplier relationships to drive cost savings.

The ideal candidate has 1+ years in purchasing, a bachelor’s degree in a related field, and strong communication and analytical skills. CPP or APICS certifications are a plus, and the role supports a fast-paced manufacturing environment.