Senior Buyer Packaging Materials and Supplies

Conner Industries Inc.•Lewisburg, TN

3h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Buyer is responsible for sourcing, negotiating pricing, and purchasing direct materials required for Conner Industries' packaging business. This includes items such as corrugated, paper, foam, and fasteners, as well as indirect costs like electricity, office supplies, rent, and contesting property tax assessments. The role involves working directly with sales, management, and plant operations to source materials for existing and prospective accounts, purchasing from approved vendors based on forecasts and demand, negotiating supply contracts, and managing inventory in conjunction with plant operations.

Requirements

Five years of purchasing experience in products such as fasteners, corrugate, foam, and/or other indirect supplies
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent, relevant experience
Able to negotiate best rates and delivery schedule to meet plant needs
Must be organized, able to multi-task and maintain accurate records
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficient in MSOffice, including strong Excel skills
Analytic skills to quickly and accurately assimilate information making sound business decisions
Travel expected up to 20%
Understand importance of ‘do what you say’

Nice To Haves

Existing relationships with suppliers a plus

Responsibilities

Work directly with sales, management and key plant operations in sourcing materials for existing and prospective accounts.
Negotiating supply contracts with key vendors.
Manage materials inventories in conjunction with plant operations.