Buyer

Buyer Position at ITW Hartness

ITW Hartness is a world class secondary packaging equipment manufacturer headquartered in the beautiful suburbs of Greenville, SC. Founded on the premise of cutting-edge innovation and a relentless commitment to our customers, ITW Hartness' world class equipment is designed to our customers' goals of continuous improvement throughout the production process. ITW Hartness is proud to be a Division of Illinois Tool Works (ITW).

Since ITW's founding more than 100 years ago, ITW has become one of the world's leading diversified manufacturers of specialized industrial equipment, consumables and related service businesses. ITW businesses serve local customers and markets around the globe, with a significant presence in developed as well as emerging markets. The company has operations in 56 countries that employ more than 50,000 women and men who adhere to the highest ethical standards. ITW has 81 businesses divided into 7 Segments, which includes: Welding, Automotive OEM, Food Equipment Group, Construction Products, Polymers & Fluids, Test and Measurement & Electronics, and Specialty.

Take this opportunity to join a successful and enthusiastic global team where you can make a significant impact immediately. You will enjoy a competitive salary and generous benefits that includes health, dental, life and LTD insurance, 401k (with match), and a 100% tuition reimbursement program for those who qualify.

Buyers are responsible for managing the entire procurement process and play a key part in maintaining relationships with strategic suppliers for assigned categories. This role provides full support to internal stakeholders and ensure part availability for on time delivery to both internal and external customers. This position will require a high level of interface with Engineering, Production Control, Logistics, Quality, and other strategic functions within our business. The position is fully onsite and based at our Division headquarters in Greenville, South Carolina.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Purchase and Expedite Raw Materials, OEM Parts, MRO/VMI
• Enter new part numbers in ERP system
• Prepare RFQ packages, analyze quotes, make recommendations, and gets buy-in from the team
• Responsible for sourcing year over year cost savings.
• Review and negotiate competitive pricing and optimal order quantities
• Review and negotiate contracts and agreements.
• Conduct business reviews with suppliers.
• Lead sourcing projects with minimum to no supervision.
• Review quality issues with suppliers to determine root cause and corrective action needed.
• Approves and issues purchase orders in conjunction with negotiated terms and conditions
• Monitors daily inventory levels to ensure delivery performance and inventory levels are within range
• Investigate and approve purchase order/invoice discrepancies.
• Ensures best practices and greatest leverage in procurement processes
• Effectively communicate with customer base regarding inventory levels, quality issues, and all other business-related topics.
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in related field and/or 3+ years of purchasing experience OR new graduate with related internship or exposure to purchasing/procurement in a manufacturing facility and strong data analysis skills
• Ability to learn MRP and ERP systems
• Ability to interact with engineering and manufacturing personnel and be an effective team member.
• Ability to define a problem, determine root cause, and develop corrective action plan.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Highly skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to manage multiple projects effectively
• Ability to work independently, self-motivated, and results oriented
• Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment
• Demonstrates flexibility, sense of urgency, attention to detail, project management ability, and professionalism.
• Inquisitive, detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Supply Chain and/or Material Planning experience
• Raw Material and MRO experience
• Strong negotiating skills