Corporate Buyer

Knauf Insulation•Shelbyville, IN

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

Knauf Insulation North America is the world's fastest-growing insulation manufacturer, committed to environmental conservation and sustainable manufacturing of acoustical fiberglass insulation. They seek passionate and creative individuals for an entrepreneurial, collaborative, and ever-changing environment. The Corporate Buyer role supports corporate and site operations by sourcing equipment, materials, and services for the Corporate Office, Shelbyville plant campuses, and KIT facility. This role involves managing supplier relationships, overseeing purchase orders, coordinating deliveries, and administering the corporate and sales vehicle fleet. The buyer will collaborate with the Indirect Category Leader to align with procurement strategies and operational priorities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations, or a related field
Minimum of five (5) years of experience in procurement and negotiation, preferably in both manufacturing and corporate environments
Knowledge of procurement methods and practices
Knowledge of commodities markets, contracts, and purchasing agreement preparation
Knowledge of TQM, Lean Manufacturing, ERP/SAP systems, and Supply Chain Optimization
Knowledge of production planning and inventory control principles
Ability to understand specs and drawings
Ability to design and develop spreadsheets to organize, analyze, and interpret data
Ability to communicate effectively throughout the organization
Ability to make quick, thorough decisions
Ability to partner with and support colleagues both internally and externally
Ability to work hands-on in an industrial manufacturing environment, as well as in a corporate environment, as applicable
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Ability to foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability within the organization
Ability to instill an environment of inclusion, where all employees feel that they can contribute and impact the company in a positive manner
Ability to support employee retention and engagement to ensure a sustainable workforce
Effective negotiation skills
Effective prioritization and time management skills
Follow-up skills
Proactive in identifying areas of opportunity and suggesting ideas for improvement
Effective public speaking and presentation skills

Nice To Haves

APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) or equivalent professional certification desired

Responsibilities

Manage the company vehicle fleet, serving as the primary liaison with the leasing provider and coordinating maintenance, minor repairs, accident handling, and vehicle onboarding for new hires.
Identify and implement cost-reduction opportunities for assigned materials and services.
Investigate and resolve shipment quality and quantity discrepancies through coordination with vendors and internal manufacturing teams.
Safeguard company assets by ensuring appropriate contractual terms and conditions are included in all purchase orders and agreements.
Prepare and deliver reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data, trends, and key insights.
Perform three-way match validation (purchase order, receipt, invoice) to ensure accurate and timely supplier payments.
Ensure compliance with the Purchase-to-Pay requisition and approval process.
Create and manage purchase orders for all indirect corporate purchases.
Develop and maintain framework purchase orders for gas and electric utilities across all company locations.
Procure and manage inventory for corporate mailroom and shipping supplies.
Generate purchase orders supporting Ecose development initiatives.
Coordinate with vendors to support weekly replenishment of corporate janitorial supplies.
Oversee daily restocking of corporate coffee stations to maintain workplace readiness.
Execute miscellaneous corporate purchases using company-issued credit cards in accordance with policy.

Benefits

Free on-site Health Care Facility
Medical, Dental, Vision – starting on day one!
Virtual Medical Services
Fertility and adoption benefits
401(k) Retirement Plan (earn 100% matching on your first 6% contribution and fully vested day one)
Paid parental leave
Paid family leave
Company provided Salary Continuance (Short-term Disability)
Company paid life insurance
Paid Holidays
Vacation
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)