Associate Purchasing Specialist

ABOUT US (AND OUR EXCITING FUTURE) Menasha Corporation is all about possibilities. Our two businesses, Menasha Packaging and ORBIS Corporation, are leaders in their industries, providing corrugated and plastic packaging products and related services to major global companies. Our employees make the difference, proving that great ideas, collaboration and quality turn possibilities into success. Working at Menasha Corporation means that your insights provide cutting‑edge solutions for our customers. If you like to make things happen and are passionate about what you do, you’re going to want to be here. Join us and become part of the power behind possible. About The Opportunity Schedule and purchase materials to support production schedules while maximizing plant efficiencies and profitability and meeting established customer service levels. Plan and control appropriate levels of inventory to support production, including cycle count program. Initiate, review, and process purchase requisitions. Coordinate with vendors to obtain product or service information such as price, availability, and delivery schedule. Review and manage change requests from customers, plants, and suppliers; reschedule as necessary. Develop and maintain all master data related to planning, such as safety stock, lead times and lot size. Support inventory management directives. Other duties as assigned. Performance Measures and Outcomes Safety metrics On‑time shipments Schedule attainment Education/Certification: Level Required - High school diploma or equivalent Level Desired - Bachelor’s Degree Work Experience Required Entry level Desired 1-3 years of experience in manufacturing Desired 2-5 years of experience in a plastics or fabrication environment Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to handle the stress of working with others. Ability to be available outside of normal work hours. Ability to assess employee performance and coach and develop others. Ability to lead by example. Ability to interact and communicate effectively with a wide variety of roles. Ability to effectively manage the business relationship and transactions with the suppliers of raw materials or product components. Knowledge of the processes, tools, and operational considerations for effective and efficient movement of goods and materials throughout the manufacturing cycle. Knowledge of issues and considerations for effectively managing local or distributed inventories of raw materials, work in progress and finished goods. Knowledge of methods, accepted practices, considerations and regulatory requirements associated with safety and protection of the employees, environment and site. Travel Requirements 5% - 10% travel Two companies, one vision. Menasha Corporation consists of two companies that are leading the way to a sustainable future with packaging and supply chain solutions. Founded in 1849 and headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin, we employ over 7,500 employees in 112 facilities in North America and Europe. Our companies are leading corrugated and plastic packaging manufacturers and supply chain solution providers. Our Menasha Packaging Company is the largest independent provider of packaging and supply chain service solutions in North America, designing, printing, and fulfilling graphic packaging, display and merchandising solutions for over 1,800 brands, both in‑store and online. Our ORBIS business believes there is a better way to optimize today’s supply chains, with reusable packaging products and services. Reusable containers, pallets, dunnage, bulk systems and metal racks improve the flow product all along the supply chain to reduce costs, enhance profitability and add sustainability. Our products and services are used by global, name‑brand companies in the food, beverage, health and beauty, over‑the‑counter pharmaceutical, industrial, automotive, and electronics industries. Come build an exciting, rewarding career with us, where you’ll have opportunities to grow. The possibilities are endless. The power is yours! Menasha Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will be provided with equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or genetic information. Our culture, based on a history of family ownership, encourages employees to create, collaborate, support communities, and build meaningful careers. We believe there’s strength in diversity and that our people are the power behind possible®. Equity, inclusion and diversity, workplace safety, and sustainability are values that are woven into the fabric of everything we do. #J-18808-Ljbffr US_ORB_4000 ORBIS Corporation