Project Buyer

Who We Are KNAPP brings new technology to warehouse automation. The KNAPP Group is a global provider of intelligent automation solutions for intralogistics and manufacturing, specializing in the sectors healthcare, fashion/apparel, general retail, food retail, industry and service. We live and breathe automation. We, more than 8,000 employees of the KNAPP Group across over 60 locations worldwide, shaping the future-oriented intralogistics industry, are dedicated to making complexity simple. One of KNAPP’s primary goals is to use continuous innovation to drive warehouse automation forward, always with the specific needs of the customers in mind. KNAPP Group’s unrelenting development activity is evident in everything from automated order picking systems and continuing refinement of container handling technology to its state-of-the-art, industry leading software solutions. What You Get To Do Job Summary: Responsible for the purchase of materials, supplies, equipment and services needed for the completion of various projects. Support the sales process by working closely with Sales & Project Engineering and by managing the vendors. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Acts as a point of contact between Knapp Inc. and its strategic suppliersUsing analytical skills, identifies, screens and onboards potential suppliers Negotiates price, payment terms, quality levels, and delivery terms for MHE products and services within budget and schedule requirementsPerform all necessary duties to support corporate goals as they relate to established supplier quality, total landed cost, and inventory objectivesTake proactive role in identifying and resolving material availability, quality problems and service issues to deliver Execute purchases and manage orders to support project activity. Performs sourcing administrative functions such as requesting appropriate signatures for Non-Disclosure Agreements, contracts etc. Performs purchasing related clerical tasks as assigned Interface with Project Managers on purchasing items during project roll outDevelopment and implementation of future instruments, methods, processes, systems and/or tools in procurementDevelopment of improvement ideas and innovation followed by coordination and implementation of corresponding measures Ensures the Senior Project Buyer is well informed, at all times of changes and news-worthy events within the area of responsibilityEffectively communicates relevant related information within the organization What You Have Working Conditions and Environment: Occasional Overtime, if required by workOccasional domestic and international travelProfessional office etiquette is required at all timesPhysical requirements: sitting for long periods of time, standing, walking, speaking, visual acuity, finger dexterity, listening, reaching at arm’s length, and lifting up to 50-100 pounds What You Will Get 2 remote days per weekHalf day FridaysA beautiful new, state-of-the-art, office complex in Kennesaw, GAIndustry competitive compensationGreat benefits with better than average employer contributions, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short & Long Term Disability and more!401k with a very generous employer match and no vesting!Paid Vacation & HolidaysProfit SharingPaid Parental LeaveSubsidized DaycareTuition ReimbursementPet InsuranceSubsidized food deliveryMonthly celebrationsQuarterly employee eventsCorporate Social Responsibility including recycling, sustainability and volunteering KNAPP is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other basis protected by law. Due to the safety-sensitive nature of this position, strict adherence to KNAPP’s drug-free workplace policy is required. All candidates will be subject to drug-screening in accordance with the policy and will be expected to remain drug-free during their employment. There will be no exception if recreational or medical use of marijuana is permitted in the location of employment and/or residence or if use of marijuana is only during “off-hours.”