Louisville, Kentucky
Industrial Purchasing Agent Job Opening in Louisville, Kentucky - We are not just a box company. Premier Packaging is a fast growing, forward thinking provider for all packaging needs. From corrugated, warehouse solutions, design & engineering to packaging supplies.
We are currently looking for a strong Industrial Purchasing Agent working on our Industrial Purchasing team. This position coordinates activities involved with procuring goods and services, such as packaging products for resale, raw materials, equipment, tools, parts and company supplies. Communicate verbally & electronically with vendors to obtain product information such as price, availability, and delivery. Industrial product knowledge and proficiency in the sourcing process as it relates to industrial inventory items is required. Study and evaluate pricing model within the Industrial Purchasing Department to insure price increases/decreases are absorbed and that proper margins are realized. A high degree of professional integrity, ethics and confidentiality is required at all times.
This position will be the lead buyer for the following products:
Peanuts Instapack
Strapping & Staplers Mailers & Jiffy Bags
Inflatables Singleface
Kraft paper Miscellaneous Industrial
Newsprint & Tissue Any other materials when needed
Bubblewrap
Foam Plank
Required Skills
Packaging material product knowledge and proficiency in product sourcing
Experience negotiating pricing and terms with suppliers
Knowledge of and experience working with supplier quality rating systems
Strong organizational, project management, and problem solving skills
High sense of urgency while managing multiple projects
Excellent oral/written communication and customer relation skills
College degree
Preferred Skills
CPSM Certified
Essential Functions
Knowledge of financial and accounting principles
Understanding of the market and economy to support procurement efforts
Address defective or recalled goods with quality control personnel, customers, sales representatives, vendors, and others to determine source of trouble and implement corrective action
Work with Industrial Sourcing team to identify and qualify new vendors
Effective decision making and negotiating skills
Maintain Industrial Core Products List
Execute vendor price increases and rebate programs
Ability to communicate professionally
Collaboration across multiple functions (e.g. Customer Service, Sales and Vendors)
Ability to work in a schedule-driven and fast-paced environment
Requirements
High School Diploma / GED required. College degree preferred
Ability to manage work load with various distractions
Must have a high sense of urgency while managing multiple projects
Candidate must have a general inquisitiveness and strong desire to learn
High problem solving aptitude
Strong organizational and project management skills with attention to detail.
Excellent oral/written communication skills, excellent customer relation skills, and well-developed presentation skills.
Here at Premier, we offer a competitive wage, complete benefits package including health, dental, life, and disability insurance, paid vacation and holidays, as well as a company sponsored 401K retirement plan. So needless to say, Premier has you covered!
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