Buyer

Watts Water; Hutchinson (KS); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Watts Water in Hutchinson, KS is seeking a Purchasing/Materials professional to source and purchase materials, manage supplier relationships, and support production planning to ensure on-time delivery and cost efficiency.

The role requires at least an associate degree and 3 years in purchasing within manufacturing, with strong Excel/ERP skills. On-site work in Hutchinson, KS and collaboration with cross-functional teams are essential.

Formación

• Associate's degree or higher in business, supply chain, operations or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of purchasing, buying, inventory control, or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong organization and time-management skills.
• Negotiation skills.
• Advanced competency in Microsoft Excel and ERP/MRP systems.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States and pass background checks.

Responsabilidades

• Plan and execute the purchase of materials, products and services used across the company.
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships, negotiate pricing, lead times, and delivery schedules for cost reduction.
• Monitor market conditions and commodity trends affecting material costs.
• Coordinate with Production Planning to align inventory with sales and production goals.
• Assist production with part shortages to satisfy on-time shipments.
• Collaborate with Purchasing Manager and Quality to track inventory, gaps, supplier on-time performance, and quality issues.

Conocimientos

Time management

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Educación

Associate's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, or related field

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, or related field

Herramientas

Excel

ERP/MRP systems

Descripción del empleo

We're Watts. Together, we're reimagining the future of water.

We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

What we do:

For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation - and we have a dynamic future ahead.

Scope of Position:

This forward-thinking individual, as part of the purchasing team, will be responsible for the sourcing, purchasing, and managing of assigned materials and suppliers to support productions schedules and company objectives. This position works closely with suppliers to ensure competitive pricing, reliable delivery, and consistent quality while identifying opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

This position reports to the Purchasing Manager. This role is onsite and is based in Hutchinson, KS.

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute the purchase of materials, products and services utilized throughout the company.


• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships for assigned product categories, negotiating pricing, delivery schedules, and lead times for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.


• Monitor market conditions and commodity trends that may impact material costs.


• Review inventory levels and demand requirements and work closely with Production Planning team to assure inventory aligns responsively to modified sales plans and production goals.


• Assist all areas of production with the day-to-day needs related to part shortages or concerns needed to satisfy customers on time shipments.


• Collaborate with Purchasing Manager and Quality department to develop systems to track/identify inventory and/or correct supply gaps, cost analysis, supplier on-time, quality issues, continuous improvement, etc., which can lead to a supplier assessment program (scorecards).


• Monitor and update all purchase orders to ensure that all pricing, delivery dates, QTY's, etc. are correct and current, expedite shipments when necessary.


• Track Supplier pricing changes and maintain accurate supplier and purchasing information within the ERP system.


• Work with Accounting and Receiving to resolve discrepancies involving pricing, receiving, and invoicing.


• Generate reports related to purchasing activities, supplier performance, and inventory status.


• Collaborate with the Production Planning team to support and implement Lean initiatives to facilitate proper management and maintenance of processes.


• Maintain knowledge of and compliance with company processes, techniques, business strategy, new products, tools, equipment, etc.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, or related field.


• Minimum 3 years of purchasing, buying, inventory control, or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment.


• Strong organization and time-management skills.


• Negotiation skills.


• Advanced competency in Microsoft Excel, ERP/MRP systems.


• Must successfully establish employment eligibility and satisfactorily complete background checks, and required pre-employment testing as a condition of employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, or related field.


• CPM or APICS certification


• 5+ years experience in material purchasing within a lean manufacturing environment

General Applicable Company Competencies:

• Commitment to Watts' values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency.


• Punctuality and dependability.


• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions.


• Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts.


• Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees.


• Adherence to Watts' seven cultural beliefs: Growth Mindset, Customer-Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action.

Working Conditions:

While performing the job duties, you will be working on-site at a manufacturing facility and will perform the majority of your duties in an office environment. You may, at times, be required to be present on the manufacturing floor and will be required to wear the appropriate personal protective equipment. You will be required to work in the office at the Hutchinson, KS location (Monday - Friday). Your scheduled work hours will be communicated to you by your manager.

Physical Requirements :

Specific physical abilities required for this position include, but are not limited to:

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