Sourcing Strategist / Senior Buyer

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Role Overview :

The Sourcing Strategist / Senior Buyer will assist the S enior D irector of Supply Chain with sourcing and purchasing of materials, driving continuous internal procurement improvement , supplier performance , and relationship management.

A Sample of What You'll Do in this Role :

Interact with plant managers at all manufacturing facilities in the US and Canada, planning and creating purchase orders for raw materials, packaging materials, and indirect spending .

Work closely at a detailed level with suppliers and manufacturing locations , monitoring inbound raw material movements, resolving day-to-day material flow deviations, and reconcil ing purchasing / invoicing discrepancies as they arise.

Assist the S enior Director of Supply Chain in requesting and researching new suppliers, and evaluating suppliers, bids, costs, and quality.

Prepare cost sheets for sales management across each of the b usinesses.

What You Bring to this Role :

5+ years of experience in purchasing and supply chain roles , in a manufacturing environment (chemical manufacturing preferred).

Experience with ERP systems and skilled in Material Management modules (MRP / Purchasing ).

Skill s in Excel.

APICS - CPIM or equivalent certification is preferred .

BS in Supply Chain, Business , or similar deg ree req u ired

What Makes You a Great Fit :

You're a detail-oriented self-starter with strong procurement and communication skills

You have cross-functional collaborative experience and an aptitude to build strong rapport and positive / professional working relationship s

You have an ability to work well under pressure and in situations requiring a strong sense of urgency

You enjoy working in a fast-paced work environment with multiple projects / priorities

Compensation and Benefits :

In compliance with all states and cities requiring transparency of pay, the base compensation for this position ranges from $102,800 - $144,020 . Note that salary may vary based on location, skills, and experience.

This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and vacation, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, and retirement plan participation, including an employer contribution of up to 7% into your 401(k). Follow this link for more information regarding Wilbur-Ellis employee benefits : https : / / mywebenefits.com / .

Please note that salary ranges provided for this role on external job boards are salary estimates made by outside parties and may not be accurate.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion :

Diversity of people, cultures, opinions, and ideas makes us all stronger. From leadership commitment to employee buy-in, we know that creating an inclusive environment and providing opportunities for all employees to reach their full potential is a shared responsibility.

NACHURS ALPINE SOLUTIONS is a Wilbur-Ellis business.

For over 70 years, Nachurs Alpine Solutions has been the industry leader in NPK LIQUID FERTILIZER TECHNOLOGY. Built on quality, integrity, and innovation, we pioneered precision-placed liquid fertilizer in 1946 - formulated to meet the nutritional demands of crops and growing conditions on both sides of the border. Our liquid fertilizers are marketed under the ALPINE brand and NACHURS brands in North America. The New Ag Markets Business Unit sells liquid fertilizer into turf, specialty, international, and private label markets. Products sold in the oil and gas markets, transportation and mining markets, and industrial chemical markets are all sold under the NASi brand. Nachurs Alpine Solutions has manufacturing plants located in Garretson, SD, Marion, OH, Corydon, IN, Red Oak, IA, St. Gabriel, LA, New Hamburg, ON and Belle Plaine, SK.

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