PCBG Direct Material Buyer

Mitsubishi Performance Polymers Division; Jeffersonville (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

MYTEX Polymers US Corp seeks an experienced procurement professional to ensure continuous supply of goods and manage supplier relations across multiple sites in Indiana. You will analyze markets, negotiate contracts, and lead cost-reduction initiatives to support operations and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in business or related field, 10+ years in purchasing or supply chain, and strong skills with SAP and Microsoft Office. Travel up to 20% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field is required.
• 10+ years in purchasing or supply chain management with cross-site experience.
• Proficient in SAP and Microsoft Office; strong negotiation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure continuous supply of required goods and materials across sites.
• Negotiate contracts and review opportunities for cost savings using best practices.
• Assess and evaluate suppliers; conduct performance reviews for contract compliance.
• Collaborate with Central/Global Procurement on corporate contracts and sourcing initiatives.
• Prepare purchase orders aligned with final negotiations and organizational targets.
• Attend trade shows and conferences to stay ahead of product trends.

Skills

Procurement strategy

Contract negotiation

Supplier relationship management

Market analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Company: MYTEX Polymers US Corp

Job Description:

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure continuous supply of required goods and materials and communicate any supply problems which may pose a risk or impact on business operations.
• Research, analyzes, and forecasts current and future buying trends, markets, styles, and products with attention to specified target market and demographics.
• Research and evaluate areas of opportunity and reduce costs where possible.
• Deliver briefs, updates and reports as and when required.
• Develop innovative procurement processes. (Includes S4 Hana)
• Develop ideas and strategies to improve operational efficiency, add value, aid business performance and work towards a strategy of continuous improvement.
• Negotiate contracts, improve prices and terms of business with suppliers and review opportunities to make business savings utilizing negotiation and procurement best practice tools and methods.
• Assess and evaluate suppliers and undertake performance reviews to ensure contract compliance and manage performance improvement activities.
• Ensure that a professional and consistent approach is taken in relation to all supplier relationships.
• Ensure compliance with company guidelines, purchasing policies and procedures during supplier negotiations and contracts award process.
• Collaborate with Central/Global Procurement on applicable corporate contracts, standards, and cross-business sourcing initiatives while retaining responsibility for PCBG business unit execution and results.
• Explore alternate sources with R&D for raw material supply and cost based on product development
• Assess contracts, terms and quotations from potential suppliers. Further assesses financial risks of purchases.
• Prepare purchase orders in line with final negotiations with selected suppliers and in line with organizational targets and requirements.
• Act as Business Relationship Partner for Performance Polymers Division ensuring business direct procurement needs are understood, aligned, and met
• Contact suppliers to resolve price, quality, delivery or invoice issues
• Will work with Inventory Manager to achieve Goals and Objectives (Includes Working Capital)
• Attend trade shows, product exhibitions, and conferences to maintain understanding of new products and trends. (As Needed)
• May act in place of the purchasing manager as required and authorized.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE

• Accuracy
• Integrity
• Problem Solving
• Interpersonal Skills
• Customer Service
• Oral and Written Communication
• Teamwork
• Ethics
• Innovation
• Professionalism
• Dependability

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and sit.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to maintain concentration and make data-driven decisions in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Professional, well-groomed appearance and attire is advised.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND CONDITIONS

This position involves working in both business office and manufacturing plant environments across multiple sites. Protective safety equipment required when on the plant floor.

Potential travel: up to 20% overnight required.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

• Education: Bachelor's degree in business or a related field
• Experience: 10+ years in purchasing or supply chain management; five years or more of purchasing experience.
• Computer proficiency: SAP, Microsoft Office Products; Excellent presentation and computer skills - Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Strong negotiation, communication, interpersonal and influencing skills Familiar with Contracts, NDAs, MSAs and all agreements.
• Highly skilled at building and maintaining effective and productive relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Strong level of professionalism and confidentiality. Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to set priorities.
• Analytical, numerically astute with strong proven problem-solving abilities
• Interpersonal skills in developing ethical & productive internal & external (vendor) contacts
• Results orientated with the ability to plan and deliver against project deadlines
• Customer oriented and focused.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Extrusion tooling, process knowledge preferred but not required.
• Familiar with automotive OEM specifications, material requirements and the material approval process required.
• Capable of working in a team-based technical environment, as well as, the ability to work individually with minimal supervision.
• Must be a self-directed team player and have a high level of motivation.
• Capable of working within a changing environment with an ability to prioritize issues with minimum resources.
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