Indirect Buyer, Mebane

Job Responsibilities

• Purchasing Leads and ensures proper execution of all RFPs and negotiations for the local goods and services under the buyer’s responsibility.
• Potentially acts as the Regional Category leader for certain projects.
• Continuously engages with Regional and Global Category Managers to provide necessary information required for the development of the Category sourcing strategies.
• Implements the Category Sourcing Strategies at the site level.
• Tracks KPI and overall performance of suppliers at the site level.
• Safeguards all procurement activities at the site according to the Armacell procurement policy to ensure maximum value for Armacell.
• Ensures all procurement activities at the site are conducted according to the Armacell procurement policy to ensure maximum value for Armacell.
• Ensures all supplier contracts and Purchase Orders are properly executed and managed at the site level.

Supplier Performance and Evaluation

• Supports the continuous evaluation of key suppliers using approved KPI and performance measures.
• Ensures continuous improvements programs are in place with key suppliers and tracks progress.

SAP and Master Data Management

• Maintains SAP master data by ensuring supplier master data and material master data (delivery date, payment terms, prices, etc.) are updated.

Reporting and Forecasting

• Ensures all necessary reporting and forecasting tasks related to procurement activities are being delivered as planned.
• Ensures appropriate tracking, reporting and business alignment on value and savings creation.

Supplier Risk Management

• Ensures the appropriate Risk management is done for key suppliers at the site in line with the Regional Procurement Manager guidelines.

Job Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, operations, engineering, or business is preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of proven experience in purchasing or procurement.
• Strong interpersonal skills, verbal, and written communications and presentation skills.
• Possesses strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Possesses the ability to excel in cross-functional teams in a global environment.
• Advanced computer skills (SAP and Microsoft Applications).
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously.

What Armacell Can Offer You

• Healthcare benefits including medical & prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, and mental health & wellbeing.
• Financial programs such as 401(k), life insurance, short & long-term disability coverage, and opportunities for performance-based salary incentive programs.
• Paid time off including 12 holidays and generous PTO.
• Training and educational resources on our personalized learning management system.
• Giving & volunteer opportunities, and discounts on retail products, services & experiences.