Associate Buyer

Ellsworth Corporation•Germantown, WI

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Ellsworth Adhesives specs in materials used in cell phones, spaceships, and electric vehicles. Ellsworth Corporation, a global, industry-leading distributor of specialty chemicals and equipment and adhesive manufacturer, has an Associate Buyer opportunity. This role reports into SCD, an Ellsworth Corporation company located in Germantown, WI. This is an on-site/hybrid role, requiring candidates to commute to the Germantown, WI facility at least 3 days per week. Ellsworth Corporation is a family-run company with over 50 years of continuous growth, specializing in adhesives for cell phone, medical device, space/aerospace, and electric vehicle industries. The role executes all functions of procurement up to the point of receipt, develops and leverages supplier relationships for operational and cost-saving initiatives for assigned commodity categories, and works with the Planning Team to ensure optimal stocking strategies to meet customer demand at the best price point.

Requirements

1+ years of experience in purchasing or related field
Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college in Supply Chain, Finance, or related field. Other combinations of education and experience may be considered as equivalent
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build supplier relationships
Ability to learn in a fast-paced environment and work independently within standard operating procedures.
Ability to build understanding of the entire supply chain within a commodity and become familiar with relevant industry regulations and standards
Effectively communicates supply disruptions throughout the business.
Analytical skills
Attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Proficient with MS Office applications, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) software, etc.

Nice To Haves

Continuous Improvement experience desired
Negotiating skills

Responsibilities

Submits daily purchase orders based on material requirements and manages the process through release, confirmation, non-conformance, and delivery.
Negotiates returns and non-conformance with Suppliers and ensures Suppliers are adhering to negotiated pricing and the business terms of the agreement.
Develops and maintains Supplier relationships to facilitate prompt resolution of issues (expedites, sales and customer service questions / concerns, customer specifications, product conformity, logistics, etc.)
Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to resolve pricing questions, confirm current costs, and obtain quotes for products.
Collaborates with the Planning Team to ensure accurate inventory levels throughout the Commodity.
Provides feedback to the Sourcing Team on Supplier Scorecards and KPIs, participates in regular supplier performance reviews.
Provides input to the Sourcing and Commercial Team for regular reviews within the commodity to ensure the right mix of Suppliers and products.