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Sr Buyer - BESS
Shoal Technology Group 3.9
Purchasing agent job in Portland, TN
Are you ready to join a fast-paced, innovative team making a real impact in the renewable energy industry? Join Shoals Technologies Group (NASDAQ: SHLS), a leading provider of electrical balance of systems (EBOS) solutions for solar and energy storage. Headquartered just north of Nashville, Tennessee, we have been driving industry innovation since 1996 by delivering cutting-edge technologies that improve efficiency, safety, and reliability for solar systems worldwide. With over 60 GW of solar systems deployed globally, we're setting the standard for the renewable energy industry.
We are a collection of engineers, renewable advocates, curious minds, and collaborators. Our manufacturing facilities in Tennessee and Alabama, along with sales teams across Spain and Australia, enable us to power clean energy solutions across Europe, Latin America, Africa, and Asia-Pacific. We push boundaries and challenge each other to design, develop, and deliver solutions with the potential to change the world. We are the rebellious hero.
Summary:
Shoals Technologies, a global renewable energy organization, is hiring a Sr. Buyer - BESS to perform daily planning and purchasing activities for components and electronics, negotiating pricing and maintaining acceptable levels of inventory of all our BESS product components. The ideal candidate is flexible and eager to learn products/industry and has a strong track record in operational requirements.
Responsibilities:
* Coordinates the procurement of raw material, components, electronics, and connectors, to ensure appropriate procurement methods are used (including bidding, contracting, ordering, expediting and related transportation for BESS.
* Negotiates with suppliers and ensures proper terms and conditions are included on all purchase orders.
* Troubleshoots and resolves issues related to material planning, price discrepancies, purchase orders, requisitions, and receipt of vendor deliveries.
* Keeps abreast of developments/best practices in the procurement and supply chain management discipline.
* Supports all procurement initiatives, including contracting best practices, SOX compliance and the inventory management program.
* Supports accounts payable efforts by acting as a consultant on matters related to procurement including payable issue resolution, delegates invoicing issues to the correct entity to resolve.
* Acts as an expert on matters related to materials, its processes used to procure materials and the associated systems, resolves vendor supply/invoicing issues.
* Manage MRP process, and coordinate RMA's, deviations, ECN, FRR as necessary.
* Supports the implementation of new processes or technologies as appropriate.
* Manages associated Min-Max material levels, risks for all areas of position.
$79k-112k yearly est. 11d ago
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Buyer/Planner
Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. 4.8
Purchasing agent job in Hopkinsville, KY
Buyer/Planner-Onsite Hopkinsville, Kentucky, United States of America Come make the world and accelerate your success. It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of more than 50,000 diverse and high-performing professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the world's most beloved brands, including DEWALT, BLACK+DECKER, CRAFTSMAN, STANLEY, CUB CADET, and HUSTLER.
The Job:
As a Buyer/Planner, you'll be part of our STANLEY Engineered Fastening ("SEF") Hopkinsville, KY Team working as an onsite employee. You'll get to:
* Forecasting, planning, and scheduling of purchased materials for our manufacturing plant.
* Planning and maintaining accurate inventory levels and control to assure 100% customer service levels while minimizing the corporation's financial exposure.
* Analyzing inventory and resolving discrepancies.
* Quoting, purchasing, and ordering of raw materials, components, assemblies, tooling and equipment.
* Interacting with suppliers and cross functional in-house teams.
* Negotiating prices for one-time purchases as well as strategic price agreements.
* Releasing purchase orders and establishing contracts in accordance with corporate policies.
* Ensuring on-time delivery of purchases as well as timely and accurate purchase order maintenance.
* Evaluating relevant commodities and identifying areas for supplier development, supplier de-sourcing, and supplier additions.
* Project managing the supplier launch process.
* Managing the steps and activities of the Supplier Performance Management Program (including but not limited to calculating scorecards, liaison meetings, audits, surveys, and overall improvement activities).
* Other duties as assigned.
The Person:
You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You're not intimidated by innovation. Wouldn't it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? In fact, you embrace it. You also have:
* Bachelor's degree required.
* Minimum of five plus years related experience with evidence of increasing responsibility preferred.
* Experience with JDE operating system.
* Experience in automotive work environment preferred.
* Experience in international purchasing
* Knowledge of heat-treating and plating preferred.
* Familiar with PPAP process and requirements.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
* Excellent organizational skills in order to establish priorities identify and set goals, meet deadlines, etc.
* Proficiency with tools/equipment related to job (i.e. personal computers/software, manufacturing systems, etc.).
* Excellent problem-solving and negotiation skills.
* Must be flexible in work schedule and hours.
* Standard work hours will generally apply but overtime and deviated work schedules (early, late, weekends) will be required on occasion and often without notice.
* Must have the ability and flexibility to travel by automobile, airplane, bus, train, boat, etc.
* Some domestic, US. Minimal, if any international travel.
The Details:
You'll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan, including:
* Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being.
* Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.
And More:
We want our company to be a place you'll want to be - and stay. Being part of our team means you'll get to:
* Grow: Be part of our global company with 20+ brands to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
* Learn: Have access to a wealth of learning resources, including our digital learning portal.
* Belong: Experience an awesome place to work, where we have mutual respect and a great appreciation for a wide range of perspectives and experiences.
* Give Back: Help us continue to make positive changes locally and globally through volunteerism, giving back, and sustainable business practices.
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What's more, you'll get that pride that comes from empowering makers, doers, protectors, and everyday heroes all over the world. We're more than the #1 tools company. More than a driving force in outdoor power equipment. More than a global leader in industrial. We're visionaries and innovators. As successful as we've been in the past, we have so much further to go. That's where you come in. Join us!
We Don't Just Build The World, We Build Innovative Technology Too.
Joining the Stanley Black & Decker team means working in an innovative, tech-driven and highly collaborative team environment supported by over 58,000 professionals in 60 countries across the globe. Here, you'll get the unique chance to impact some of the world's most iconic brands including STANLEY TOOLS, DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, MAC TOOLS and Black + Decker. Your ideas and solutions have the potential to reach millions of customers as we work together to write the next chapter in our history. Come build with us and take your career to new heights.
Who We Are
We're the World's largest tool company. We're industry visionaries. We're solving problems and advancing the manufacturing trade through innovative technology and our Industry 4.0 Initiative. We are committed to ensuring our state-of-the-art "smart factory" products and services provide greater quality to our customers & greater environmental and social value to our planet. We are unique in that we have a rich and storied history dating back to 1843, but that hasn't stopped us from evolving into a vibrant, diverse, global growth company.
Benefits & Perks
You'll get a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, retirement benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days, and tuition reimbursement. And, of course, discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products and well as discount programs for many other vendors and partners.
What You'll Also Get
Career Opportunity: Career paths aren't linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
Learning & Development:
Our lifelong learning philosophy means you'll have access to a wealth of state-of-the-art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).
Diverse & Inclusive Culture:
We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that's how the best work gets done. You'll find we like to have fun here, too.
Purpose-Driven Company:
You'll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.
EEO Statement:
All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran's status or any other protected characteristic.
If you require reasonable accommodation to complete an application or access our website, please contact us at ************** or at accommodations@sbdinc.com. Due to volume, we cannot respond to unrelated inquiries about the status of a completed application or resetting an account password.
Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal (eeoc.gov)
$33k-55k yearly est. Auto-Apply 35d ago
Procurement Coordinator
Brookdale 4.0
Purchasing agent job in Brentwood, TN
Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity
Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! You'll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness. Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status.
Part and Full Time Benefits Eligibility
Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
401(k)
Associate assistance program
Employee discounts
Referral program
Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)
Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurance
Full Time Only Benefits Eligibility
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Company provided life insurance
Adoption benefit
Disability (short and long term)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Account
Optional life and dependent life insurance
Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal plan
Tuition reimbursement
Base pay in range will be determined by applicant's skills and experience. Role is also eligible for team based bonus opportunities. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company's 401(k) program.
Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.
The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.
Education and Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special Requirements
None
Management/Decision Making
Makes standard and routine decisions based on detailed guidelines with little independent judgment. Problems are generally solved with clear, detailed guidelines or by reporting them to a supervisor.
Knowledge and Skills
Has a basic level of a skill and can follow written or verbal instructions. Has basic technical skills to complete a few repetitive and well-defined duties. Has a basic knowledge of the organization in order to answer basic questions.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Standing
Walking
Sitting
Use hands and fingers to handle or feel
Reach with hands and arms
Stoop, kneel, crouch crawl
Talk or hear
Ability to lift: up to 25 pounds
Vision
Requires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors
Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.
Responsible for placing and expediting purchase orders and changing order to meet customer requirements for timely delivery of proper supplies and services. Provides additional support within the eProcurement team through Helpdesk Support.
Prepares purchase orders and changes orders associate with them.
Troubleshoots all failed transactions.
Escalates issues to correct BSL departments or higher levels within department.
Reviews and analyzes transaction reports, as required.
Follows up on past due invoice issues.
Assists help desk associates by answering phone calls and taking tickets to help resolve issues.
Protects privacy and confidentiality of information pertaining to the resident, employee, community, company information and records.
This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.
$45k-63k yearly est. Auto-Apply 14d ago
Direct Material Buyer
Aktiebolaget Electrolux
Purchasing agent job in Springfield, TN
Join us to create change and have an impact in homes around the world. At Electrolux, a leading global appliance company, we strive every day to shape living for the better for our consumers, our people, and our planet. We share ideas and collaborate so that together, we can develop solutions that deliver enjoyable and sustainable living.
Come join us as you are. We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger and more innovative. In our global community of people from 100+ countries, we listen to each other, actively contribute, and grow together.
Where you'll be:
This position will be based in Springfield, TN -hybrid work policy model.
Key Responsibilities:
* Driving Direct Material Purchasing activity in the factory for the assigned components/service
* Ensure maximum collaboration with the Commodity Team and implement the action plans within the PL, granting correct flow from factory into commodity organization.
* Give input on production needs (e.g. volumes increase)
* Report on possible bottleneck at operative level (e.g. production/tool capacity etc.)
* Ensure proper administration in the factory
* Developing good relationships with preferred suppliers
* Ensure execution of the sourcing activities and relevant information
* Participate and support in build-up of purchasing strategies and ensure their execution
* Participate and support in reaching KPI results
* Keeping right up-to-date administration: price index management, manage billing discrepancies in cooperation with central accountancy
* Supplier performance follow-up: ensure that the suppliers meet set agreements according and take corrective actions if necessary.
* Coordinate new suppliers / parts and engineering changes with Materials, Engineering, Quality Assurance, and external suppliers.
* Manage multiple projects simultaneously, resolve problems, meet deadlines and performance objectives, and thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
* Work directly with, and support initiatives and directives of, Electrolux Major Appliances North America (EMA-NA) commodity, global commodity, product line, sales, engineering, publications, and other teams toward best-in-class quality, delivery, and cost.
* Regularly analyze supplier quality, delivery, and cost metrics to develop and engage for improvement.
* Effectively and tactfully communicate verbally and in writing with external suppliers as well as internal resources to successfully sell initiatives and develop / deliver on actionable objectives.
* Review and analyze materials supplied to identify more cost-effective opportunities; lead cross-functional and remotely located teams to implement and realize improvements.
* Internalize EMA policies and practices, and successfully communicate and enforce with suppliers as well as internal resources to deliver on EMA strategic objectives.
* Ensure that decisions happen in the best interest of Electrolux and get executed
Minimum Qualifications
* BS Degree in Business or Engineering preferred
* 2 years of progressive responsibility in a business function
* Basic knowledge and understanding of engineering drawings of component parts preferred
* Expertise in supplier processes and cost drivers strongly preferred
* Experience in project leadership
Benefits highlights:
* Discounts on our award-winning Electrolux products and services
* Family-friendly benefits
* Insurance policy plan
* Extensive learning opportunities and flexible career path
Please be advised that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position at this time.
Find more on: Electrolux Group North America:
************************************************************** Electrolux Group Careers: ********************************************
Electrolux Home Products, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request through ******************************. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.
$44k-66k yearly est. 44d ago
Procurement Coordinator
Brookdale Senior Living 4.2
Purchasing agent job in Brentwood, TN
Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! You'll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness. Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status.
Part and Full Time Benefits Eligibility
* Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
* 401(k)
* Associate assistance program
* Employee discounts
* Referral program
* Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)
* Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurance
Full Time Only Benefits Eligibility
* Paid Time Off
* Paid holidays
* Company provided life insurance
* Adoption benefit
* Disability (short and long term)
* Flexible Spending Accounts
* Health Savings Account
* Optional life and dependent life insurance
* Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal plan
* Tuition reimbursement
Base pay in range will be determined by applicant's skills and experience. Role is also eligible for team based bonus opportunities. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company's 401(k) program.
Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.
The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.
Responsible for placing and expediting purchase orders and changing order to meet customer requirements for timely delivery of proper supplies and services. Provides additional support within the eProcurement team through Helpdesk Support.
* Prepares purchase orders and changes orders associate with them.
* Troubleshoots all failed transactions.
* Escalates issues to correct BSL departments or higher levels within department.
* Reviews and analyzes transaction reports, as required.
* Follows up on past due invoice issues.
* Assists help desk associates by answering phone calls and taking tickets to help resolve issues.
* Protects privacy and confidentiality of information pertaining to the resident, employee, community, company information and records.
This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.
Education and Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special Requirements
None
Management/Decision Making
Makes standard and routine decisions based on detailed guidelines with little independent judgment. Problems are generally solved with clear, detailed guidelines or by reporting them to a supervisor.
Knowledge and Skills
Has a basic level of a skill and can follow written or verbal instructions. Has basic technical skills to complete a few repetitive and well-defined duties. Has a basic knowledge of the organization in order to answer basic questions.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
* Standing
* Walking
* Sitting
* Use hands and fingers to handle or feel
* Reach with hands and arms
* Stoop, kneel, crouch crawl
* Talk or hear
* Ability to lift: up to 25 pounds
* Vision
* Requires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors
Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.
$35k-44k yearly est. 14d ago
Purchasing Coordinator
Geodis 4.7
Purchasing agent job in Brentwood, TN
Who We Are: GEODIS specializes in unlocking business value in a complex world, ensuring seamless movement of goods worldwide. As a global third-party logistics provider (3PL), we power A Better Way to Deliver for the world's top brands and manufacturers. Fuel your career with GEODIS and discover endless growth opportunities.
Your role on the team:
* Create and Place Purchase Orders for Products and Services
* Audit Aging Reports and special Projects where necessary.
* Create existing process documentation and prepare control documentation-
* Flowcharts, policies, and procedures
* Maintain knowledge of Purchasing contracts, purchasing processes-
* Workflows and best practices
* Process invoices for AP and reconcile invoice discrepancies
* As required and assigned.
What you need: (requirements)
Experience
* Bachelor's degree or Associates preferred.
* Minimum 3 years related experience and/or training or combination of degree and experience
* Accounting experience preferred
* Proficient in Microsoft Excel
* Excellent written and oral communication skills that demonstrate a proven ability to develop
* relationships with a range of internal and external customers
* Excellent planning and organizational skills
* Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manual
* Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
What you gain from joining our team:
* Access wages early with the Rain financial wellness app
* Free telemedical access to doctors and therapists through First Stop Health is available on the first day of employment
* Health, dental, and vision insurance after 30 days of employment
* 401k match
* Paid maternity and parental leave
* Access to career development, employee resource groups, and mentorship programs
* Employee discounts
* Access to employee perks like fitness class discounts and free access to a relaxation and meditation app
* Free financial wellness programs
* Daycare discount program
* Opportunities to volunteer and give back to your community
* + more!
Join our Team!
* Visit our website at workat GEODIS.com and chat with our virtual recruiter, Sophie, to fast-track your way to an interview!
OR
* Text DELIVER to 88300 to apply!
$50k-77k yearly est. 9d ago
Purchasing Agent
Vybond
Purchasing agent job in Franklin, KY
Vybond is a global market leader in pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes, delivering innovative solutions to a variety of industrial and specialty markets. Headquartered in Franklin, KY, with facilities in Riverhead, NY, and Bristol, RI, Vybond Group, Inc. manufactures specialty foil, film, and duct tapes and adhesives. With over 1,500 specialty SKUs spanning 500+ product families, Vybond serves 1,500+ customers across the HVAC, building and construction, industrial, retail, medical, aerospace, automotive, and other specialty industries.
Job Summary:
As a PurchasingAgent at Vybond, you will oversee purchasing activities for direct or indirect materials and services, typically supporting several manufacturing sites. You will drive cost efficiency, maintain quality standards, and ensure timely delivery to meet operational needs.
Key Responsibilities:
Inventory & Planning
Analyze demand and historical usage to determine optimal stocking levels, order quantities, and delivery schedules for assigned materials
Ensure inventory targets and performance metrics are consistently met
Procurement Execution
Prepare and issue purchase orders in compliance with pricing, delivery schedules, and contract terms
Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues related to supply, pricing, quality, and delivery
Supplier & Stakeholder Collaboration:
Act as the primary liaison between site personnel and suppliers
Partner with internal teams to identify and qualify appropriate materials and services
Collaborate with sites to reduce slow-moving and obsolete inventory
Continuous Improvement & Cost Optimization:
Identify and implement cost savings programs both independently and as part of a team
Work with suppliers to implement programs that optimize inventory
Identify and execute process improvement initiatives and share best practices across the procurement team
Compliance & Best Practices:
Ensure adherence to Vybond procurement standards and best practices
Maintain accurate records, files, and systems for purchasing activities
Additional Duties:
Provide backup support for other purchasingagents as needed
Participate in special projects and departmental initiatives
Submit and track quality or service complaints to suppliers, ensuring timely resolution
Qualifications
Qualifications:
Associate degree in a business-related field required; Bachelor's degree preferred
Prior experience in procurement or supply chain strongly preferred
Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
Solid understanding of procurement processes and inventory control
Proficient in using procurement software and tools (e.g., ERP systems, Excel)
Ability to analyze data and make informed purchasing decisions.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
$39k-59k yearly est. 5d ago
Buyer
Fluidra North America
Purchasing agent job in Portland, TN
We are seeking an organized, detail -oriented, results driven Buyer to join our team at SR Smith in Portland TN.
WHAT YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE
Fluidra North America is looking for results driven and oriented Buyer with following knowledge, skills and abilities needed:
Purchasing by commodities (metals, plastics, cartons, electronics, and others)
Inventory Management techniques (Kanban, min-max, safety stocks)
Problem solving and decision making
Team work and collaboration
Effective communication
Interpersonal skills
Domestic and International logistics
Knowledge of Epicor system or similar ERP system
Demonstrate the ability to consistently deliver products and services to meet customer needs
Monitor and maintain the correct prices in the MRP system for the products to be ordered, as well as communicate to management and Sourcing about any variations in the price that may impact the company financials.
Manage the purchasing cycle, including generating requisitions, PO creation, PO follow-up, goods reception and final payment.
Maintain closer communication with our different distribution centers, making sure the materials is received on time.
Demonstrate some understanding and practical knowledge of a company's manufacturing process
Understand the different classes of inventory (raw materials, WIP, finished goods, MRO, service parts, damaged and obsolete).
Understand the importance of safety stock and the role this stocking strategy plays in the organization.
Collaborate with Sourcing department in a supplier rating program that monitors and measures performance while providing timely feedback to the supply partners as well as Value Improvement projects.
Understand PPV process, and collaborate with Sourcing to develop new suppliers that supports our business needs in terms of quantity, efficiency and cost.
Capable of managing MRP process, and advice Supply planning about supplier constraints.
Utilize MRP system to the fullest capabilities (EPICOR)
Knowledge about JIT, Kanban, and VMI programs as a plus
Analytical skills are required for this position, as well as ability to manage large reports.
Accurately identify risks that affect supply, transformation, delivery and customer demand.
Demonstrate the ability to manage conflict by identifying and handling conflicts in a sensible, fair and efficient manner.
Demonstrate trustworthiness and professionalism with clients, peers and team members
WHAT WE SEEK
At least 2+ years of demonstrable purchasing and/or materials management experience.
Manufacturing environment experience
Understanding of MRP/ERP systems.
Analytical and detail-oriented skill
Epicor experience preferred, but not a must
Organized and time management skills
Ability to make decisions under pressure
Excel data base skills
Negotiation skills preferred
APICS classes - good to have
EDUCATION Bachelor's Degree preferred or relevant related experience WHAT WE OFFERAn exciting opportunity to dive in and begin your career with a company that offers a competitive total rewards package that includes:
3 weeks of paid vacation
Full range of health benefits including medical, dental & vision, short & long-term disability
401(K) matching (100% of first 3% contributed, 50% of the next 2%)
Health and wellness programs / gym reimbursement
Educational assistance up to $7,000 per year
Company sponsored FUN events!
Generous product discounts
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this class. Employees work under typical office conditions, and the noise level is usually quiet. WHO WE AREFluidra is a publicly listed company focused on developing innovative products, services and IoT solutions for the residential, commercial and wellness pool markets, globally. The company operates in over 45 countries, has over 7,000 employees and owns a portfolio of some of the industry's most recognized and trusted brands: Polaris , Jandy , CMP , S.R. Smith , and Zodiac . We also sell products under the Cover‐Pools , iAquaLink , Grand Effects , Del and Nature
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names. With these combined resources we're able accelerate innovation in critical areas like energy-efficiency, robotics and the Internet of Things. Our focus is on creating the perfect pool and wellness experience responsibly. We take our mission to heart, and our employees embody these guiding principles in everything we do:
passion for success, honesty & trust, customer collaboration, teamwork and inclusion, learn and adapt,
excellence and innovation. Don't meet every single requirement listed? At Fluidra, we thrive on building an inclusive workspace, so if you are excited about this role and your past experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyways! You may be just the right candidate for this role or another role in the organization. Fluidra is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Fluidra recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.
$41k-65k yearly est. Auto-Apply 31d ago
Buyer (Onsite)
Alleguard
Purchasing agent job in Brentwood, TN
Come join a leader in Protective Foam Solutions! At Alleguard, we're built from the ground up to expand and shape our customer's businesses. We understand the diversity of challenges that customers are facing across different industries, from confidence in their supply chain to needing the latest innovations at their fingertips. These challenges are also opportunities, and whether our customers are in construction, protective packaging, cold-chain or other industries, we are relentless in seeing around corners, and going the extra mile to help their business succeed.
Position: Buyer
Job Summary
Seeking a Buyer to join our Corporate Strategic Sourcing team, based in Brentwood, TN. The Buyer is responsible for purchasing raw materials, components, and services to meet the production and customer requirements. This role evaluates and analyzes supplier quotes, negotiates prices, maintains relationships with vendors, and ensures orders are delivered on time.
Responsibilities
Source, negotiate, and select vendors that meet the company's quality, price, and delivery requirements
Develop and maintain effective relationships with vendors and suppliers
Monitor supplier performance in terms of quality, cost, and delivery
Review and analyze purchase requisitions and generate purchase orders
Review and identify procurement processes and streamline where appropriate
Monitor inventory levels to ensure minimum stock levels are maintained
Ensure timely delivery of items and follow up with vendors on late orders
Resolve invoice discrepancies with vendors
Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and other important data
Prepare reports on purchase activity and supplier performance
Prepares weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports to analyze performance and make improvements.
Monitor key measurables/KPI's as assigned to track performance.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in business or related discipline. Consider equivalent related college or technical courses, seminars and in-house classroom training
1-2 years of experience in purchasing, buying, and/or planning preferred
Working knowledge Microsoft office (excel, power point, word etc.), other PC applications, or mainframe applications
Sage experience is a plus
Good understanding of purchasing activities and cost reduction
Basic understanding of how a manufacturing environment operates
Strong personal skills and effective communication (written and oral)
Attention to accuracy of work
Provides and takes feedback, solves problems without being told to, works well in own organization and with others, and is a constant learner.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
Strong knowledge of purchasing principles and procedures
Able to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Strong organizational and time management skills
Able to work independently and collaboratively with a team
Benefits
We believe in taking care of the people who take care of our customers.
Our benefits package offers eligible team members access to:
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
Retirement Program (401k)
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Vacation and Holiday Pay
Alleguard Company Values
Safety - We care for our employees by creating and maintaining an environment with consistent actions, trusted processes, and courageous conversations.
Trust - We build confidence with our employees and customers through dependability, respect, clear communication, and service.
Integrity - We are consistent in always striving to do the right thing by accepting responsibility for our decisions and actions.
Collaboration - Our diversity is the catalyst that drives our teamwork, creative problem-solving, and partnership.
Growth - We invest, develop, and empower our people to build our company so our customers will experience outstanding success, in turn contributing to our own.
Accountability - We achieve our success by holding ourselves and each other to high standards of behavior, commitment, and personal responsibility.
Come join us!
We're a dynamic, high-growth business, invested in helping you grow with Alleguard.
Many of our colleagues have been with us for decades. That's because we believe in collaborating as a team to serve and support each other as well as we serve and support our customers.
Alleguard's employee-centric culture is designed to help you maximize your talents, learn new skills, and gain valuable experience on the way to achieving your professional goals.
$41k-64k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Purchasing Coordinator
Geodis Career
Purchasing agent job in Brentwood, TN
Who We Are:
GEODIS specializes in unlocking business value in a complex world, ensuring seamless movement of goods worldwide. As a global third-party logistics provider (3PL), we power
A Better Way to Deliver
for the world's top brands and manufacturers. Fuel your career with GEODIS and discover endless growth opportunities.
Your role on the team:
Create and Place Purchase Orders for Products and Services
Audit Aging Reports and special Projects where necessary.
Create existing process documentation and prepare control documentation-
Flowcharts, policies, and procedures
Maintain knowledge of Purchasing contracts, purchasing processes-
Workflows and best practices
Process invoices for AP and reconcile invoice discrepancies
As required and assigned.
What you need: (requirements)
Experience
Bachelor's degree or Associates preferred.
Minimum 3 years related experience and/or training or combination of degree and experience
Accounting experience preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Excel
Excellent written and oral communication skills that demonstrate a proven ability to develop
relationships with a range of internal and external customers
Excellent planning and organizational skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manual
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
What you gain from joining our team:
Access wages early with the Rain financial wellness app
Free telemedical access to doctors and therapists through First Stop Health is available on the first day of employment
Health, dental, and vision insurance after 30 days of employment
401k match
Paid maternity and parental leave
Access to career development, employee resource groups, and mentorship programs
Employee discounts
Access to employee perks like fitness class discounts and free access to a relaxation and meditation app
Free financial wellness programs
Daycare discount program
Opportunities to volunteer and give back to your community
+ more!
Join our Team!
Visit our website at
workat GEODIS.com
and chat with our virtual recruiter, Sophie, to fast-track your way to an interview!
OR
Text DELIVER to 88300 to apply!
$41k-64k yearly est. 7d ago
Buyer
Logan Aluminum 4.2
Purchasing agent job in Russellville, KY
Major Responsibilities: Obtain materials, equipment, parts, and services at the best value. Develop credible, cooperative relationships with suppliers to ensure business needs are met. Ensure the reliability, capability, and soundness of suppliers. Assist Units in reducing costs and expenses by recommending alternate sources, materials and / or processes.
Develop strategies with supporting supply portfolios (market research) to create resources, execute strategies, be flexible to market changes, assess risk and manage supplier development.
Position Accountabilities:
• Develop a network of sources to supply related equipment, parts and/or services that meet the quality, cost and delivery requirements as defined by the business.
• Develop and implement strategic action plans to obtain company, department, and personal goals.
• Continuously assess supply risks and opportunities.
• Negotiate with suppliers, draft, and finalize subsequent agreements.
• Continually manage the supply chain through appropriate performance evaluations on suppliers.
• Knowledge of finance, coupled with an understanding of legal aspects of purchasing and inventory control, is essential to this position.
• Independent thinking is necessary in the management of Supplier relations within company guidelines.
• Problem solving is essential.
• Procedural control is limited to the spending limits allowed within this position.
Education and Experience:
BA/BS degree with 1-5 years of experience in related area is preferred.
Essential Physical, Sensory, and Mental Requirements:
Will sit 6, stand 1 and walk 1 hour per day. May stoop, kneel or use stairs daily. May occasionally lift and carry up to 15 lbs. Will use telephone 2 hours per day. Will use computer a minimum of 5 hours per day. Requires good vision, hearing & speaking. Must read, write, and do complex math. Will develop procedures for office environment. Will work indoors at a desk within a comfortable office environment.
Basic Skills
• Active Listening
• Active Learning
• Mathematics
• Report Writing
• Speaking
• Organization
• Prioritizing
• Detail oriented
• Reading comprehension
• Critical Thinking
Social Skills
• Social perceptiveness
• Effective communication
• Presentation (strategy) skills
• Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
Complex Problem-Solving Skills
• Data Analysis
• Problem Sensitivity
Resource Management Skills
• Time Management
• Obtaining information from all relevant sources
Computer Skills
• Spreadsheets
• Query tools
• Internet
• Legacy systems
• Microsoft Office products
Safety:
Safety is an underlying value that defines our culture and the way we do business at Logan Aluminum. Safety is a shared responsibility with every Logan employee being accountable for identifying and controlling exposures for themselves and others. Success requires every employee to follow safe work practices and procedures, recognize and react to exposures, speak up about safety issues, give and receive feedback with positive intent, and embrace continuous improvement in pursuit of an injury free workplace.
$66k-94k yearly est. 24d ago
Assistant Procurement Manager
Riken Elastomers
Purchasing agent job in Hopkinsville, KY
Job Title: Assistant Procurement Manager
Department: Procurement
Reports to: Procurement Manager
FLSA: Exempt
Assist in creating, directing, and coordinating activities of the procurement planning department to obtain optimum efficiency and alignment to the Company's mission and vision while providing successful operations within Riken Americas to include its subsidiaries Riken Elastomers and Rimtec. Ensure current and future plans in the areas of quality, product reliability, reduce waste, and improve processes in accordance with environmental, health and safety, quality, and quantity specifications and standards.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
General
Comply with all environmental, health, safety, and quality standards, including ISO.
Develop, adhere to, and monitor ISO standards related to job responsibilities.
Initiate or suggest ideas and support continuous improvement efforts in all areas of organization.
Drive & support an innovative team mindset.
Responsible to be onsite to work with leadership team, support production, and attend leadership meetings and report all activities for procurement planning to include any material or supplier issues.
Other duties as assigned.
Procurement:
Communicate with leadership teams any issues in procurement planning that could impact Riken Americas operations and make recommendations to protect Riken Americas.
Maintain a positive relationship and work with suppliers for successful negotiations of materials.
Assist in maintaining logistics of raw materials.
Assist in negotiating, managing, and coordinating all contracts with suppliers regarding pricing, quality, and delivery.
Compare bids from suppliers and determine contract awards. Confirm that terms and delivery dates are accurate and evaluate competence of suppliers.
Negotiate and evaluate supplier pricing for operating supplies.
Support Technical, Purchasing, and Corporate Planning with purchase of raw materials as required.
Assist in the development & monitoring of supplier performance metrics. Review supplier performance in terms of quality, on-time shipments, order accuracy (quantity, pricing, confirmations, etc.); support identification and qualification of new suppliers in collaboration with other departments.
Confer with Technical, Manufacturing, Sales, and Suppliers to ensure acceptable material and problem solve any material issues and communicate with all departments.
Interface with outside Suppliers, Management, Administration, Finance, Production, R&D, QA, Sales, and Corporate Planning.
Assist in creating, managing, and reporting a departmental budget in the areas of procurement planning.
Participate in various committees related to procurement and production planning.
Analyze sales forecasts and work with departments in planning to ensure timely scheduling.
Assist in creating, managing, and coordinating supplier performance metrics. Review supplier performance in terms of quality, on-time shipments, order accuracy (quantity, pricing, confirmations, etc.); support identification and qualifications of new suppliers in collaboration with other departments.
Participate in projects for ERP optimization, that include automating and integrating preproduction (order entry related) systems.
Inventory:
Assist in analyzing, managing, and reporting on raw materials and packaging to maintain sufficient inventory.
Maintain procedures to control inventories at adequate supply levels based on stock levels, orders, production schedules and forecasts.
Work with suppliers of operating supplies to develop and maintain effective vendor supported inventory programs.
Work with internal departments to provide suppliers with information relative to future needs.
Confer with Technical, Manufacturing, Sales, and suppliers to discuss defective or unacceptable material to determine source and take corrective action.
Qualifications:
BS degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or related field required
3-5 Years' previous experience in related field
1+ Year experience in a supervisory role
3+ Years' experience working in a manufacturing environment
Strong knowledge and understanding of procurement processes and contract principles
Strong knowledge of supplier contract negotiations
Excellent analytical, problem solving and organizational skills
Knowledge of regulations and laws such as import/export and Customs requirements is preferred
Strong IT knowledge and skills including knowledge and understanding of ERP and data systems.
Advanced Microsoft Office Suite or similar software to include Excel and Powerpoint
Travel will be required on a regular basis
Employee must be able to relate to other people beyond giving and receiving instructions:
(a). can get along with co-workers or peers without exhibiting behavioral extremes
(b). perform work activities requiring negotiating, instructing, persuading, or speaking with others
(c). respond appropriately to criticism from a supervisor
Physical Demands and Work Environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical demands:
Frequently required to sit/stand, walk, talk and hear
Occasionally required to use hands and fingers to feel, handle or operate objects, tools,
or controls; and reach with hands and arms
Rarely required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl
Rarely required to lift and/or move up to 55 pounds
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work environment: Plant and Office
Exposure to changes in temperature, dust, fumes, and chemicals
Exposure to moderately loud noise while in the plant
Personal protective equipment required while in the plant
Exposure to low noise levels while in the office
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision including concentrated vision for long periods of time, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to a diverse workforce.
$72k-107k yearly est. 4d ago
Sr. Analyst, Indirect Procurement
Tractor Supply 4.2
Purchasing agent job in Brentwood, TN
This position is responsible for working closely and collaboratively with stakeholders while leading strategic sourcing events, negotiations, contract administration and other related strategic, tactical and transactional activities in support of Indirect Procurement. This role provides an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact. This person will be a leader in this space and who will contribute to the expansion of procurement adoption at Tractor Supply Company.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Min 5%)
Sourcing - 50%
* Perform sourcing RFx events for Construction, Loss Prevention and Store Operations related categories.
* Lead the Sourcing Process, including preparing RFI/RFPs by working closely with the stakeholders to understand their needs, translating that into the RFI/RFP template, asking the right questions, and managing the RFI/RFP process.
* Research and advise Tractor Supply stakeholders on supplier options, deal structuring and other deal aspects, including deal duration, selection criteria and supplier KPIs.
* Create evaluation sheets, evaluate the supplier responses, and perform qualitative and quantitative analysis to drive to consensus on vendor selection.
* Providing detailed analysis of supplier proposals to stakeholders, including pricing and business terms.
* Analysis of sourcing requests to determine the extent of the sourcing team's involvement and prioritize accordingly.
* Analysis of supplier proposals to differentiate between suppliers on a proposed solution, commercial and legal terms.
* Provide continuous improvement recommendations to streamline current vendor sourcing/contracting processes.
* Negotiate savings and cost avoidance.
Contracting - 30%
* Lead contract negotiations for Construction, Loss Prevention and Store Operations related contracts (i.e. Master Agreements, NDAs, SOWs, etc.).
* Provide end-to-end administrative support for technology contracts.
* Red-line contracts to facilitate negotiations.
* Collaborate with various internal stakeholders on all requirements and work with Legal, Information Security, and Risk Management on contract negotiations.
* Candidate must have strong negotiation skills when dealing with vendors
* Candidate must be good at analyzing and negotiating business terms and conditions with vendors via phone and/or email to ensure minimum risk related to Tractor Supply Company purchases.
* Ensure all contracts for legal review are organized, validated, and include all supporting documentation.
* Maintain updated contract repository.
* Work with internal customers and partners such as legal and stakeholders, to optimally structure contracts, and schedule regular meetings with internal requestors to review expiring contracts and investigate renewal options for cost savings opportunities.
General - 20%
* Provide transactional support, to ensure daily workflows move smoothly and within policy.
* Develop training material, and update so as we continue to scale the team new team members can be trained quickly.
* Train new team members in use of the system and update training materials as they become outdated.
* Identifying cross departmental opportunities and leveraging them for savings.
Required Qualifications
Experience:
* Minimum 5 years procurement experience. Preference with experience in Construction and Retail environments.
Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Finance, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, Business Administration, Project Management or a related field is required. Any suitable combination of education and experience will be considered.
Preferred knowledge, skills or abilities
* Proficient with Microsoft Office products
* Detail oriented
* Ability to manage and prioritize multiple task
* Strong presentation skills
* Project management
* Experience with Ariba
* Tech savvy
* Knowledge of business principles and contracts
* Strong organizational skills, strong multi-tasking skills, detail oriented, and able to set and manage priorities.
* Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).
* Familiarity with procurement systems is a plus.
* Comprehension of business and legal terms related to sourcing/contract matters.
* Demonstrated analytical and contract negotiation skills.
* Plan, organize and carry out multiple related sourcing and contracting activities simultaneously.
* Demonstrate self-awareness, embrace feedback, and has appropriate sense of urgency.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* People management experience is a plus
* Experience with change management
* Stakeholder management with ability to influence and drive change.
Working Conditions
* Normal office working conditions
Physical Requirements
* Sitting
* Standing (not walking)
* Walking
* Lifting up to 10 pounds
Disclaimer
This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. A team member should perform all duties as assigned by his/ her supervisor.
Company Info
At Tractor Supply and Petsense by Tractor Supply, our Team Members are the heart of our success. Their dedication, passion, and hard work drive everything we do, and we are committed to supporting them with a comprehensive and accessible total reward package. We understand the evolving needs of our Team Members and their families, and we strive to offer meaningful, competitive, and sustainable benefits that support their well-being today and in the future.
Our benefits extend beyond medical, dental, and vision coverage, including company-paid life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and family planning resources such as adoption and surrogacy assistance, for all full-time Team Members and all part-time Team Members. Part time new hires gain eligibility for TSC Benefits by averaging at least 15 hours per week during their 90-day lookback period. The lookback period starts the first of the month following the date of hire. If the 15-hour requirement was met, the benefits eligibility date will be the first day of the month following 4 months of continuous service.
Please visit this link for more specific information about the benefits and leave policies applicable to the position you're applying for.
$61k-76k yearly est. 54d ago
Change Management Specialist
Premise Health Systems 4.1
Purchasing agent job in Brentwood, TN
Premise Health is Different on Purpose Premise Health serves large organizations and their people with exceptional healthcare. The result? Better experiences, better health, and better value, all while helping organizations lower their healthcare costs.
Premise's mission is to help people get, stay, and be well. Come join us and see for yourself why amazing health starts with amazing healthcare. For more information, visit ***************************
The Change Management Specialist supports organizational transformation by executing change management strategies that drive adoption, minimize resistance, and ensure the successful implementation of new processes, systems, and initiatives. This role works closely with project managers, business leaders, and employees to deliver clear communications, effective training, and strong stakeholder engagement. The Change Management Specialist plays a critical role in helping individuals and teams transition smoothly through change.
This is a full time, hybrid Change Management Specialist role located in Brentwood, TN.
What You'll Do
* Partner with project teams and business leaders to assess change impacts, readiness, and stakeholder needs.
* Develop and implement change management plans, including communications, training, and stakeholder engagement strategies.
* Create and deliver clear, consistent messaging to support awareness, understanding, and adoption.
* Collaborate with HR, Communications, and functional teams to design and deliver training programs that build user capability and adoption.
* Identify risk, resistant points, and adoption barriers; recommend strategies to build buy-in and minimize disruption.
* Define and track success metrics (e.g., adoption, engagement, training, and performance indicators); provide insights and recommendations to improve outcomes.
* Support managers and leaders with tools and coaching to strengthen their role as change champions.
* Maintain and enhance change management frameworks, tools, and templates to ensure consistent application across initiatives.
* Document lessons learned and share best practices to continuously improve organizational change capability.
* Facilitate cross-project visibility for change risk readiness when needed.
What You'll Bring
* Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent work experience
* Change Management certification (e.g., Prosci).
* 3+ years of experience in change management, organizational development, or related role
* Familiarity with change management methodologies (e.g., ADKAR, Prosci, Kotter).
* Strong communication, facilitation, and presentation skills.
* Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail.
* Team oriented, collaborative mindset with an eagerness to learn and grow in the change management discipline
Work-life balance is at the foundation of how decisions are made and where Premise is headed. We can only help people get, stay, and be well if we do the same for ourselves. In addition to competitive pay, Premise offers full-time team members benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) program with company match, paid holidays and vacation time, a company-sponsored wellness program, EAP, access to virtual primary care and virtual behavioral health at no cost for team members and their dependents. Additional benefits can be viewed here: ****************************************
Premise is an equal opportunity employer; we value inclusion and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
$49k-72k yearly est. Auto-Apply 4d ago
Purchasing Manager
Drees Homes 4.6
Purchasing agent job in Brentwood, TN
Drees Homes is a family-owned home building company with a passion for making custom homes easy. For over 95 years, we have taken care of our employees and our customers. It's why we rank as the 19th largest privately-owned builder in the country and have a track record of long-tenured employees. We're proud of being named a 2023, 2024 and 2025 U.S. Best Managed Company, a program sponsored by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal, and we've been officially certified as a Great Place to Work in both 2023, 2024 and 2025. Enrich your career at a company that values integrity, excellence, opportunity, stability and success.
Headquartered in Fort Mitchell, Kentucky, Drees has operations in twelve metropolitan areas: Greater Cincinnati, Cleveland, and Columbus, Ohio; Austin, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio, Texas; Indianapolis, Indiana; Jacksonville, Florida; Nashville, Tennessee; Raleigh, North Carolina; and Washington, DC.
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Drees Homes is seeking candidates for the position of Purchasing Manager in our growing Nashville, TN Division. This position is responsible for managing the purchasing duties for the division which includes pricing, contract administration, bid processes and insurance/legal claims.; Also, work with divisions concerning bidding cost and cost analysis of new product and changes to existing product.
Key Responsibilities:
Analyze costs of contractors and suppliers to ensure that Drees Homes maintains a competitive cost position.
Initiate procurement of bids from subcontractor and vendors and conduct appropriate analysis/comparisons to current cost structure.
Recommend additions of and/or changes of vendors based upon cost analysis and work performance.
Responsible for all contract document preparation for new and existing vendors; ensure all relative contract documents are on file and are a part of the contract; ensure contract documents are executed prior to the first payment to the vendor.
Negotiate, coordinate, and secure new vendors with input from the division Construction Managers, Production Manager and Regional Purchasing and Ops manager.
Analyze budgets and job cost for accuracy with goal of eliminating errors and variances.
Analyze FPOs weekly for opportunities to reduce variances and improve takeoffs and BOM.
Maintain a cost system to provide preliminary costing of new and proposed products as well as a cost analysis of product and feature changes; perform cost analysis on all prototype homes.
Coordinate preliminary and final bids for new products to ensure cost effective products and systems.
Perform cost analysis and review of existing and new plans for cost effectiveness and proper use of construction details, systems and materials; make recommendations for changes to main cost efficiency.
Assist in the administration of promotional and volume discounts and update divisions.
Monitor products offered and implement pricing strategy that generates profitable upgrades and options.
Work with Customer Care and Production Manager to maintain positive and prompt service from subcontractors and suppliers.
Monitor and manage legal issues that involve subcontractors and suppliers.
Work to expedite settlements and payments from subcontractors and suppliers on insurance/warranty related issues.
Monitor subcontractor/supplier statements to insure that invoices and payments are kept current.
Knowledge and Skills:
Must have possess strong negotiation and analytical skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Must be able to adapt to changing environments and exercise independent decision making
Demonstrates willingness to work with suppliers and subcontractors
Knowledgeable of the Nashville market and its suppliers and local contractor base
Must be goal oriented, deadline driven and a team oriented
Requirements:
5+ years residential construction knowledge/experience
2+ years purchasing experience in residential construction
Familiarity with regional construction processes
MS Office skills including Excel and Outlook
Experience with completing house take-offs and estimates
Good understanding of homebuilding software systems such as JDEdwards, FAST, BuildPro or similar software
4 year college degree
Premier Benefits to Support YOU:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Medical, dental and vision
Life, AD&D, and critical illness insurance
Wellness rewards
401(k) savings plan
Profit Sharing
Paid time off increasing with tenure
Tuition reimbursement
Long and short disability and Parental leave
Employee discount program on the purchase of a Drees Home
Employee Assistance Program and much more!
Excellent salary and bonus potential.
Join a special team what works together to make Drees Homes a successful company and a rewarding place to work!
Summary
Equal Opportunity Employer
Drug Free Workplace
To learn more about Drees Homes, visit our website - ******************
$63k-91k yearly est. Auto-Apply 8d ago
Buyer
Kid-To-Kid Brentwood 3.3
Purchasing agent job in Brentwood, TN
Our Company & Culture:Hi there! Do you love fashion, clothing, and shopping? Do you like the idea of sustainable and recycled styles? Kid to Kid is not your typical thrift store. We serve the community by paying cash for gently used kids' things and reselling them at great prices. Our community loves and needs us to help make parenting more affordable. We are seeking a Buyer and are willing to train you on everything you need to know. Responsibilities:
Select and price gently-used styles for our customers
Merchandise clothing
Provide customer service
Work with the store manager to keep the sales floor organized
Registers and ringing transactions
Benefits:
Competitive pay
Sales bonus potential
Employee discount
Advancement opportunity
If this sounds like a fun fit, drop us an application. We'd love to talk about how Kid to Kid might be the right place for you. Compensation: $14.00 - $16.00 per hour
Kid to Kid is always looking for fun, friendly people to join our team who are willing to work hard, multi-task, and that take pride in keeping the store organized and shoppable. Our team members cross train and work in other areas of the store as needed and there are multiple advancement opportunities. We offer flexible schedules that compliment your busy life, great employee discounts and fun retail environment.
Every day, more than 10,000 kids open a little pink door to a shopping experience that's unmatched for value and selection by any other retail children's store. With more than 125 locations across the United States, Canada and Portugal, Kid to Kid is making a difference in a variety of communities by providing growing families with items that they need and love at a fraction of the retail cost.
Customers love us for our daily-changing selection, our value, and the convenience of selling their outgrown kids' items for cash on the spot. Our product is locally sourced and sustainable, and we actually put money back into the local economy. And our love of kids motivates us raise hundreds of thousands of dollars to build schools in underprivileged countries.
Apply today!
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to BaseCamp Franchising Corporate.
$14-16 hourly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Estimating Professional (Data Centers)
Jacobs 4.3
Purchasing agent job in Fort Campbell North, KY
This job opportunity is available at ANY location in the United States. Ideally, selected candidates will be near a JACOBS U.S. based office, but we intend to hire the "best" candidates. Our People & Places Solutions business reinforces our drive to improve people's lives everywhere and epitomizes the "why" of what we do - the tremendous positive impact and value our solutions bring to our communities and society as a whole. As part of our P&PS business, our Advanced Manufacturing team elevates our clients by delivering cost-effective and transformative projects to the consumer goods and products, metals, pulp and paper, specialty chemical, industrial fermentation, data centers and electric vehicle markets. We understand that the success of our clients is about more than well-designed facilities; it's about well-designed strategies tailored for every market and every location.
Start your Jacobs career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow, and succeed - today and into tomorrow.
As a Data Center Estimating Professional and part of our Advanced Manufacturing team, you'll serve as a leader and technical expert in estimating primarily emphasizing in Data Centers. You'll also be a key member of our team for various types of clients including industrial, chemical, pulp & paper, general manufacturing, electric vehicles and pharmaceutical facilities. You'll develop and execute the strategy and plan for estimating activities that support the overall proposal strategy for project requirements. You'll also foster working relationships with project team members to coordinate deliverables to estimating and provide guidance on project deliverables. We'll tap into your expertise to review and contribute to the interpretation of the request for proposal or project contract and help identify risk areas and participate in mitigation planning. We'll lean on you to provide technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced design and estimating personnel.
At Jacobs, we're partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you'll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.
Bring your passion for innovation, ambitious spirit, and expertise. We'll help you thrive, pursue, and fulfill what inspires you - so we can make big impacts on the world, together.
* Minimum of ten years progressive experience with increasing responsibility in an estimating role for industrial project execution or a project management role executing industrial projects in the field.
* Estimating and Construction experience in Mechanical and Electrical disciplines in Data Centers
* Experience with Cost-OS, Sage Estimating (Timberline) or similar estimating software platforms.
* Demonstrated understanding of estimating organizational structure and process, including quantity takeoff, crew development, productivity relationships, material quotations, contingency/risk, knowledge of markup structures and estimate documentation.
Ideally, You'll Also Have:
* Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, project management or related technical field.
* Professional experience within the markets of either EV/Batteries or Specialty Chemicals
* Proficient in quantitative risk analysis using software including @Risk and Monte Carlo.
* Experience with Aspen CCE or other parametric tools.
* Active membership in AACE, PMI, or similar association.
Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.
$33k-42k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Seeking Plastic Surgery Practice for Purchase
Addison Kenway
Purchasing agent job in Brentwood, TN
Are you contemplating selling your private Plastic Surgery practice? Do you want to stay connected to your practice and not have the stress of running the business? We have the solution
without
your selling to a private equity. Our client is a private practice and wants to buy your practice.
OPTIPON: You can work there and continue to enjoy earning a % of the earnings.
Our client has a Private Practice.
They are looking to expand their footprint and purchase an additional plastic surgery practice.
Let us know if you are contemplating selling your practice and we will be happy to make an introduction.
Refer to PO#16670707
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$34k-50k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Senior Merchandise Planner - Bed Bath & Beyond
Kirkland's 4.2
Purchasing agent job in Brentwood, TN
The Senior Merchandise Planner is responsible for leading the merchandise planning process for a select division. The Senior Merchandise Planner must effectively lead a division of Merchandise Planners and Associate Planners in analyzing and identifying business risks and opportunities while partnering with the merchandising team to propose solutions based on this analysis in order to achieve and exceed financial goals.
Responsibilities
Oversee the development, analysis, and revision of bottom-up department sales, margin, and inventory turn plans for a select division.
Work with Merchandise Planning Manager to ensure the developed plans meet company financial goals.
Lead Merchandise Planners and Associate Planners in partnering with Buying teams to properly manage inventory levels through proper forecasting, assortment planning, and markdown strategies.
Ensure all purchase orders fall within approved open-to-buy financial parameters for division.
Lead Merchandise Planners in developing sales and margin goals for all promotional events.
Partner with allocation team to maximize inventory balance within the stores as well as ensuring stock levels on promotional merchandise.
Coordinate weekly markdown needs with Merchandise Planning Manager and Divisional Merchandise Manager.
Run and analyze reports in order to react to current business trends as well as anticipate future business trends.
Lead the development and training of Merchandise Planners and Associate Planners.
Demonstrates a commitment to The Brand House Collective Values
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree
4+ years of merchandise planning experience.
Highly motivated and results oriented.
Ability to negotiate with and influence peers and members of cross functional team.
Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships.
Ability to formally present business strategies and action plans.
Ability to motivate and train planning team members.
Demonstrates strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Must have strong technical skills; specifically Microsoft Excel, Business Intelligence software, and industry recognized Planning and Allocation tools.
Proficient in Microsoft Office.
Ability to sit at a computer for extended periods of time.
$41k-52k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Procurement Cost Out Specialist - Food Preparation
Aktiebolaget Electrolux
Purchasing agent job in Springfield, TN
Join us to drive change. Make a difference in homes around the world At the Electrolux Group, a leading global appliance company, we strive every day to shape living for the better for our consumers, our people, and our planet. We share ideas and collaborate so that together, we can develop solutions that deliver enjoyable and sustainable living.
Come join us as you are. We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger and more innovative. In our global community of people from 100+ countries, we listen to each other, actively contribute, and grow together.
Join us in our exciting quest to build the future home.
All about the role:
Electrolux Group, Group Procurement is a fundamental contributor for the achievement of the company objectives. In our competitive world we build on long-term relationships with our suppliers, respecting our values. Our mission is to support the company in delivering on-time with excellent quality at the right cost, so that as a company we can live up to the expectations of our customers. Sustainability and continuous improvement are the elements that are underpinning our relationship. With the Value-based-sourcing (VBS) initiatives we drive, through the involvement of key suppliers in the development stage, globally harmonized technical and commercial solutions.
What you'll do:
The Procurement Cost-Out - Food Preparation team is organized by major Product Architecture. This position reports to the Director of Procurement Cost-Out - Food Preparation. You will drive full cost optimization for Procurement (incl. Capex) together with all Procurement colleagues related to your specific Architecture. It is a truly cross-functional role, where you steer the cost out program together with colleagues in other Procurement teams, R&D, Product Costing, and Product Line teams. The overall ambition is to optimize the product cost leveraging all available procurement tools.
In detail, you will:
* Develop deep product cost analysis and identify activities and related priorities, and represent Procurement on the cross functional team and own all related project deliverables
* Follow insights on Product Cost development, areas of improvement in our Architectures and defining actions that needs to be conducted to reduce cost, including but not limited to product tear-downs, should-cost modelling, and identification of new Must-Win Models
* Attend project review meetings and communicate relevant information within Procurement, ensuring all deliverables are achieved on time
* Track the project progress, sourcing status, and other relevant information through a data-driven sourcing tool. Specifically, track implementation of cost-out actions after Sourcing Board decision, ensuring timely execution and countermeasures should delays occur
* Involve internal stakeholders at early stage, aiming to create value through effective cost optimization projects
* Identify needs for Participate in Make vs Buy or Make vs Source analysis to optimize product and operation costs, and project manage the activities until the decision point
* Work with the Category Management team to understand and deploy category strategy
* Support and coordinate RFQ's, in cooperation with Category Management team
* Support preparations for Sourcing Board, in cooperation with Category Management team
* Support and coordinate supplier tooling quoting and ordering, in cooperation with Category Management team
Key Responsibilities:
* You have the ability to execute strategic initiatives that drive performance and have experience leading complex projects
* You have excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work with diverse individuals in cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment
* It is beneficial if you have worked with Cost Modeling, Data Mining and possess advanced Excel skills with the ability to generate effective reports that manage large data sets.
* Also, if you have understanding of lean manufacturing approaches and practical experience in driving lean manufacturing improvements
* You have an expectant, positive, proactive attitude and 'can do' spirit to drive change and can demonstrate a history of driving for higher business performance in a fast-paced environment
* You are capable of setting priorities, meeting deadlines with strong initiative and decision making, problem solving and analytical skills, with attention to details and accuracy
* Willing to travel up to 25% of the time
* You are fluent in English.
Minimum Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree, preferably in engineering and/or have specialties in project management, product costing, lean manufacturing or other relevant area
* 5 years of experience in relevant Procurement or project management roles
Where you'll be:
Springfield, TN or Charlotte, NC
Please be advised that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position at this time.
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