Purchasing & Planning (Plant) - Buyer
AtkoreAtkore is forging a future where our employees, customers, suppliers, shareholders, and communities are building better together a future focused on serving the customer and powering and protecting the world. With a global network of manufacturing and distribution facilities, Atkore is a leading provider of electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions. We are searching for a Buyer II based out
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of our corporate headquarters located in Harvey, IL.
Commodity
Manager, this role will be responsible for all aspects of procurement to provide best value and competitive by applying strategic sourcing and purchasing expertise and will utilize structured tactical and strategic sourcing methodologies to manage assigned indirect categories (e.g., IT, MRO, facilities, professional services and other categories as assigned to support Atkore's Regional Service Center (RSC) networks and other plant operations. Develops supply and sourcing strategies with research and planning, including simple to complex requests for information, requests for proposals, and competitive bids Monitors and supplier's performance against goals, analyzes and documents results and initiates appropriate responses to satisfy requirements Manages performance and development of suppliers to meet specified KPI targets and goals including administration of supplier evaluation programs Develop strong cross-functional relationships with departments external to Procurement to achieve goals and improvement opportunities in a Continuous Improvement (CI) culture Assists with development, implementation and management of effective procurement best practices, policies and procedures Develop a partnership and process for the centralized procurement activities to support the regional service centers (RSC) and Atkore facilities across North America. Facilitate meetings between company and vendor representatives to ensure open communication regarding all issues, including quality, delivery and cost when necessary.
Ability to work with all departments including Quality, Logistics, Finance, and Manufacturing to obtain the best pricing, quality, service and delivery.
Manages
Ad hoc projects and reports to support the development and implementation of MRP systems; manages the databases associated with the procurement modules. Minimum of 2+ years' experience in sourcing indirect materials Proven working experience as a project administrator Strong analytical and Microsoft Office software skills Ability to work independently and collaborate with others with minimal supervision. Complete an abbreviated new hire "Immersion" to become familiar with the RSC networks and stakeholders.
Understand the role of Buyer II and link value of the position across Atkore and the RSC network. Understand JDE and demonstrate proficient use of the purchasing systems and procedures. Lead one Kaizen event to drive process improvement at an RSC facility or Atkore facility.
Assumed ownership of targeted locations and accountable for performance expectations. Own and maintain master data for assigned locations. Placement in the range depends on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, skills, seniority, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs and may change over time.
Other compensation may include, but not limited to, overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, stock, and other incentives. Medical, vision, and dental insurance Life insurance Short-term and long-term disability insurance Paid holidays Any leave required under federal, state, or local law Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.