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BuyerThe CompanyZurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things.
We're a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE:
ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow.
Named by Newsweek as One of America's Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful.
They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience.
Our commitment to our people and their professional development is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today's leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions.
Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation employs over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.
S.
, China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe.
We hope you'll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at If you're ready to join a company where what you do makes a difference and you have pride in the work you are doing, talk to us about joining the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation family! Position OverviewPurchase assigned raw materials and finished goods from both International and Domestic sources.
Work with other planners and buyers in our Oracle ERP environment to procure goods on time, meeting cost and quality parameters.
Maintain day to day relationships with key International and Domestic suppliers.
Continuously maintain optimal system parameters and update delivery dates to provide accurate information to all internal and external customers.
Implement process improvement initiatives for the department.
Key AccountabilitiesGenerate, validate, and maintain accurate purchase orders (pricing/quantities/delivery) to suppliers to ensure product is delivered by the requested date to meet our internal and external customers' demands, optimizing product availability/sales and inventory levels.
Ensure materials are delivered to meet planned production schedule dates across all domestic production facilities.
Use analytical skills to provide strategic analysis of assigned product lines and make recommendations for continuous improvements.
Work closely with the planning group to ensure data attributes are aligned with supplier requirements, customers' expectations, inventory management and supply chain goals.
Devise tools for measuring supply chain efficiencies, cost savings and continuous improvement and gather data, perform analysis, and provide recommendations that support the organization's strategic goals.
Performance monitoring via supplier scorecards and weekly/monthly/quarterly meetings via conference and in person; initiating corrective action on suppliers that do not meet 100% of Procurement KPI's.
Work cohesively and collaboratively across all internal departments within Supply Chain, Operations, Accounting, Customer Service, Engineering, Finance and Legal, as well as with Elkay's external supplier partners, to meet customer expectations and ensure projects are completed on time.
Performance monitoring via suppliers' scorecards; ensure supplier execution and manage day to day relationship, setting up weekly/monthly/quarterly meetings and/or required communication to ensure on time delivery, available capacity, quality issues, and attribute accuracy (MOQ's, lead times, etc.
) with both International and Domestic suppliers.
At times, will manage sourcing and negotiations, implementation of agreements, and integration of key suppliers.
Qualifications/RequirementsBA/BS degree in business, purchasing, operations management, materials manufacturing, or finance.
Knowledge of purchasing, inventory control, and order fulfillment processes and inventory management methodologies required.
1-3 years' experience in purchasing, sourcing, finance, and/or operations within a manufacturing environment.
Knowledge of purchasing, inventory control, order fulfillment processes and inventory mgt.
methodologies required.
User experience with Oracle or SAP ERP strongly preferred.
High level PC and database applications proficiency:
intermediate Excel skills needed.
Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication and presentation skills.
Demonstrated strong negotiation skills.
Ability to build strong relationships on a foundation of trust and respect.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
Strong customer service orientation.
Self-motivated with the ability to self-direct work and complete assignments on time.
Total Rewards and BenefitsCompetitive SalaryMedical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life InsuranceMatching 401(k) ContributionHealth Savings AccountEducational ReimbursementMatching Gift Program Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran Recommended Skills Accounting Analytical Business Process Improvement Corrective And Preventive Action (Capa) Cost Reduction Customer Service Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
We're a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE:
ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow.
Named by Newsweek as One of America's Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful.
They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience.
Our commitment to our people and their professional development is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today's leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions.
Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation employs over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.
S.
, China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe.
We hope you'll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at If you're ready to join a company where what you do makes a difference and you have pride in the work you are doing, talk to us about joining the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation family! Position OverviewPurchase assigned raw materials and finished goods from both International and Domestic sources.
Work with other planners and buyers in our Oracle ERP environment to procure goods on time, meeting cost and quality parameters.
Maintain day to day relationships with key International and Domestic suppliers.
Continuously maintain optimal system parameters and update delivery dates to provide accurate information to all internal and external customers.
Implement process improvement initiatives for the department.
Key AccountabilitiesGenerate, validate, and maintain accurate purchase orders (pricing/quantities/delivery) to suppliers to ensure product is delivered by the requested date to meet our internal and external customers' demands, optimizing product availability/sales and inventory levels.
Ensure materials are delivered to meet planned production schedule dates across all domestic production facilities.
Use analytical skills to provide strategic analysis of assigned product lines and make recommendations for continuous improvements.
Work closely with the planning group to ensure data attributes are aligned with supplier requirements, customers' expectations, inventory management and supply chain goals.
Devise tools for measuring supply chain efficiencies, cost savings and continuous improvement and gather data, perform analysis, and provide recommendations that support the organization's strategic goals.
Performance monitoring via supplier scorecards and weekly/monthly/quarterly meetings via conference and in person; initiating corrective action on suppliers that do not meet 100% of Procurement KPI's.
Work cohesively and collaboratively across all internal departments within Supply Chain, Operations, Accounting, Customer Service, Engineering, Finance and Legal, as well as with Elkay's external supplier partners, to meet customer expectations and ensure projects are completed on time.
Performance monitoring via suppliers' scorecards; ensure supplier execution and manage day to day relationship, setting up weekly/monthly/quarterly meetings and/or required communication to ensure on time delivery, available capacity, quality issues, and attribute accuracy (MOQ's, lead times, etc.
) with both International and Domestic suppliers.
At times, will manage sourcing and negotiations, implementation of agreements, and integration of key suppliers.
Qualifications/RequirementsBA/BS degree in business, purchasing, operations management, materials manufacturing, or finance.
Knowledge of purchasing, inventory control, and order fulfillment processes and inventory management methodologies required.
1-3 years' experience in purchasing, sourcing, finance, and/or operations within a manufacturing environment.
Knowledge of purchasing, inventory control, order fulfillment processes and inventory mgt.
methodologies required.
User experience with Oracle or SAP ERP strongly preferred.
High level PC and database applications proficiency:
intermediate Excel skills needed.
Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication and presentation skills.
Demonstrated strong negotiation skills.
Ability to build strong relationships on a foundation of trust and respect.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
Strong customer service orientation.
Self-motivated with the ability to self-direct work and complete assignments on time.
Total Rewards and BenefitsCompetitive SalaryMedical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life InsuranceMatching 401(k) ContributionHealth Savings AccountEducational ReimbursementMatching Gift Program Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran Recommended Skills Accounting Analytical Business Process Improvement Corrective And Preventive Action (Capa) Cost Reduction Customer Service Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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