Purchaser (Manufacturing)

Corrugated Partners Group•Kansas City, MO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Heartland Sheets, an affiliate of Schwarz Partners, is seeking a Purchaser/Planner to support its Kansas City, Missouri facility. The role performs general purchasing functions for the maintenance operation and maintenance planning in accordance with company standards. It schedules technicians’ work and provides limited supervision, while supporting the maintenance manager and the effort to develop a reliability- and performance-based maintenance organization that supports plant goals. The position manages supplier evaluation, purchasing, inventory and parts records, purchase orders, bids, supplier contracts, pricing records, and shipment follow-up. It also supports capital equipment purchases and maintenance budgeting, monitors supplier and market conditions, and maintains technical knowledge and specifications for goods and services. The role contributes to equipment reliability and plant performance through inventory oversight, reliability indicators, root cause analysis, and improvement solutions. Regular and predictable attendance is required, with flexibility to work extended hours.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
High degree of accuracy and analytical skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Excellent work ethic.
Excellent time management and organizational skills.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, manuals, and contracts; write routine reports and correspondence; and communicate effectively across company levels, from management to customers.
Ability to calculate a range of mathematical figures and solve practical problems involving multiple variables.
Regular and predictable attendance and ability to work flexible or extended hours.

Nice To Haves

Five or more years of corrugated manufacturing experience; listed as optional but preferred.
Associate or bachelor's degree.
Knowledge of the corrugated manufacturing industry process.
Five or more years of experience in management, inventory, and purchasing; manufacturing experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Research and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, capabilities, reputation, and history.
Maintain records for parts and supplies and inventory of fixed assets, parts, and supplies used in manufacturing corrugated sheets.
Prepare purchase orders, solicit bid proposals, and review requisitions for goods and services.
Ensure standard operating procedures are current.
Assist management with capital equipment purchases and manage repair and maintenance aspects of capital budget spending.
Negotiate or renegotiate and administer supplier, vendor, and representative contracts in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Maintain price records and address discrepancies.
Monitor shipments for timely arrival; trace shipments and follow up on undeliverable goods when needed.
Work with management, users, and vendors to address defective or unacceptable goods or services and determine corrective action.
Evaluate and monitor contract performance for compliance and determine whether changes are needed.
Write and review product specifications and maintain working technical knowledge of goods or services being purchased.
Monitor changes in supply and demand, market conditions, price trends, and future markets.
Maintain reliable physical assets and operating systems, and monitor parts and equipment inventory to avoid downtime.
Communicate professionally with corporate personnel, management, coworkers, and vendors.
Inform management about upcoming price increases, product availability changes, and economical alternatives.
Measure maintenance reliability indicators, including condition monitoring, predictive maintenance, training, planning, scheduling, stores, and tool time.
Perform root cause analysis and help develop solutions to increase plant performance.
Apply mathematical skills, including calculating discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, volume, and net present value.
Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables.
Immediately report equipment that is not functioning properly.
Maintain cleanliness of the work area, equipment, and tools.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance and work flexible or extended hours as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.