Buyer Planner
Purchasing agent job in Springdale, AR
BASIC FUNCTION:
To provide leadership in identifying opportunities in new sources and developing existing sources which meet or exceed MUVIQ criteria. The supply base will be capable of supporting Operations, Sales and Engineering through Commodity Strategy Development, lean supply chain, APQP, MBE involvement and Continuous Improvement activities. This role will also procure raw materials of predetermined quality standards consistent with established price standards and timely delivery, to support continuous and uninterrupted production at the facility.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management
•Support the development and execution of commodity strategies that reduce procurement costs and strengthen the supply base.
•Participate in supplier selection activities, including identifying potential sources, evaluating new technologies, and contributing to strategic supplier partnerships in coordination with Supply Management, Logistics, Tech Centers, and Operations.
•Assist in maintaining and tracking supplier information and ensuring key suppliers meet MUVIQ standards and customer-specific requirements.
•Set performance expectations with suppliers and provide regular scorecards addressing cost, quality, delivery, and technical support.
Material Planning & Inventory Management
•Analyze raw material inventory against fluctuating demand, releasing order quantities that meet production needs while achieving inventory objectives.
•Track and drive COP related to plant material spend.
•Expedite or de-expedite purchased materials as needed to support production schedules and customer demand.
•Monitor tariffs, surcharges, and cost drivers that impact material pricing.
Cost Control & Financial Support
•Participate in budgeting and financial planning processes.
•Assist in forecasting and controlling future raw material costs used in establishing standard cost.
•Support plant cost-reduction initiatives, competitive quoting efforts, and coordination of supplier-driven improvement ideas.
Engineering & Technical Coordination
•Coordinate engineering changes with suppliers to ensure the supply base receives and implements current specifications, drawings, and revision levels.
•Request and review tooling condition reports and initiate replacements or corrective actions as needed.
Purchasing Execution
•Process purchase orders for non-production materials, tooling, and other approved items.
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•Ensure timely and accurate documentation to support purchasing, planning, and supplier management processes.
Continuous Improvement & Professional Development
•Contribute to continuous improvement activities within the organization.
•Participate in relevant industry organizations, training, and professional development.
•Compliance & Quality Responsibilities
•Maintain a clean and orderly work area and comply with all applicable customer-specific and internal requirements.
•Exercise authority to stop processes when needed to investigate or prevent nonconformances related to product, process, environmental management, or the Quality Management System.
•Recommend corrective actions, verify implementation, and represent customer needs for any IATF 16949-related requirements within the scope of the role.
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:
Educational Experience: Bachelor's Degree
Field of Study/Technical Certifications: Purchasing management, project management
Minimum # of Years of Experience: 2-4 years
Required PC Skills: Word, Excel, Microsoft Office Suite
CMS/Epicor Experience a Plus
Automotive Industry Experience a Plus
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Typical of an office environment. Majority of the job will be sitting, standing, and walking in a normal office environment. Use of dexterity of hands and fingers to operate standard office equipment (computer, printer, etc.) will be required; occasional lifting light objects 5-10 lbs. May walk plant floor as needed. Ability to wear PPE when needed throughout the plant.
*No agencies/recruiters please.
**We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Purchasing Agent
Purchasing agent job in Bentonville, AR
Safety/Security Status: None SUMMARY This position manages all activities involved with procuring goods and services, (raw materials, equipment, tools, parts, professional services, and all other purchased items) for the City of Bentonville. This position actively manages contracts and purchases for compliance with Federal, State, and local law. The position requires critical thinking, effective communication, time management, self-motivation, strong organizational skills, and professionalism.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Reporting relationships, work assignments, and work schedules may be subject to change in order to meet City needs or operation requirements. Attendance at work and the ability to get along with the public, supervisors, and co-workers are essential elements of this position. Other duties may be assigned.
Plans, organizes, and manages the activities of the Purchasing Department to provide a procurement process for approximately $200,000,000.00 worth of goods and services, including $106,000,000.00 of utility power/water/sanitation payments, throughout the year ensuring that purchases meet City Ordinances, State laws, Federal laws, and best practices. This duty is performed daily.
Regularly communicates and coordinates with City Departments regarding bids, projects, contract compliance, policy compliance, and all other purchasing activities. This duty is performed daily.
Communicates with vendors regarding purchasing through the City, which includes marketing offerings such as Vendor Introduction Meetings, expos, and other avenues of attracting vendors to do business with the City. This duty is performed weekly.
Reviews requisitions of all expenditures for compliance with the City Purchasing Policy and approves those over dollar amount specified by policy. This duty is performed daily.
Maintains current knowledge of new laws, best practices, and other items related to all aspects of job duties. Responsible for maintaining and updating the Purchasing Policy according to changes necessary due to process improvements or amendments and changes in applicable laws; including directing City departments about purchasing compliance and the best way to utilize quotes, bids, and cooperative contracts. This duty is performed annually.
Prepare bid documents and distributes to vendors; managing the complete procurement process, which includes, but is not limited to public notification (advertisement), responses to questions, hosting public pre-bid meetings, amendments to documents and/or timelines, hosting public bid openings, full bid evaluation and any necessary steps (including acceptance and/or rejection of bids, allowable corrections, and all other necessary processes). This duty is performed weekly.
Manages City's IDIQ contracts to ensure compliance with monetary thresholds approved by City Council This duty is performed weekly.
Administers the City auction process and advises departments regarding the legal disposal of surplus goods. This duty is performed monthly.
Manages software implementation for any Purchasing Department related software and assists in the implementation of software for related activities, such as implementations that may be managed by the Finance Department. This is performed on an as needed basis.
Responsible for performing all Purchasing related year end close procedures in the financial software. This is performed on an annual basis.
Reviews City Council agenda items for purchasing related documentation. This duty is performed bi-weekly.
Manages and oversees the City's online ordering memberships, and vendor portals. This includes identification, evaluation, and implementation of memberships or accounts that would improve City-wide efficiency in purchasing. This duty is performed monthly.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Supervises 1-3 Purchasing Specialists in the Purchasing Department.
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in business administration, purchasing management, procurement or a related field and 5+ years of experience in the related field.; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Certified Public Procurement Officer
(CPPO) or other Purchasing certification preferred.
LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to effectively present information and to respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Ability to read, analyze, and understand common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to complex or difficult inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the legal community.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to prepare and interpret bar graphs. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS Ability to solve complex problems and deal with a variety of known variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
SOFTWARE SKILLS REQUIRED
Computer training in Microsoft Office.
Intermediate: Database, Spreadsheet, Word Processing/Typing.
Intermediate: 10-key, Accounting, Contact Management, Presentation/PowerPoint, Spreadsheet/Excel.
Preference for familiarity with MUNIS.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED Under minimal supervision and direction where a definite objective is set up or standard practice enables the employee to proceed alone planning and arranging own work, referring only unusual cases to supervisor. Ability to initiate problem solving independently without supervisor guidance or direction.
PLANNING Autonomy with regard to general assignments in planning time, method, manner, and/or sequence of performance of own work and work of the Purchasing Department.
ACCURACY Probable errors would not likely be detected until they reached another department, office, or patron, and would then require considerable time and effort to correct the situation. Frequently, possibility of error that would affect the organization's prestige and relationship with the public to a major extent.
WORKING CONDITIONS Normal working conditions as found within an office setting, wherein there is controlled temperature and a low noise level, plus a minimum of distractions. Periodically exposed to such elements as intermittent standing, walking, pushing, carrying, or lifting; but none are present to the extent of being disagreeable.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands 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.
While performing the functions of this job, the employee is continuously required to talk or hear; regularly required to sit, reach with hands and arms; frequently required to walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and occasionally required to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision; and color vision.
Moderate diversity, low physical. Work activities which allow for a moderate amount of diversity in the performance of tasks which are not as varied as those positions with high-level diversity and decision-making.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Service Buyer
Purchasing agent job in Springdale, AR
A Buyer is responsible to place purchase orders with qualified vendors for materials that meet production requirements. This includes finding and qualifying potential suppliers. During this process, a key concern is getting the best price possible for goods that meet the quality standards and parameters of the organization or department. Additionally, buyers often seek to establish and maintain ongoing relationships with preferred suppliers.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
* Support company inventory management goals and objectives through effective communication of production forecasts to suppliers
* Maintain purchasing data accuracy, including all relevant supplier and pricing data required to support internal processes
* Analyze market and commodity prices to assess present and future material availability, price and delivery
* Assist in establishing and managing the departmental budgets and participate in the development of goals and strategies for purchasing
* Evaluate existing supplier performance; make recommendations for improvements
* Prepare, maintain, and review purchasing files, reports and price lists
* Check shipments when they arrive to ensure that orders have been filled correctly and that goods meet specifications
* Compare prices, specifications, and delivery dates to determine the best bid among potential suppliers
* Contact suppliers to schedule or expedite deliveries and to resolve shortages, missed or late deliveries, and other problems
* Locate suppliers, using sources such as catalogs and the internet, and interview them to gather information about products to be ordered
* Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner
* May be required to drive a vehicle for business purposes occasionally. Must maintain valid driver's license and driving record that meets company policy
* Regular attendance and punctuality are essential for employee job performance
* Assist other team members as needed
* Perform other duties as assigned
ENVIRONMENTAL, PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
* Work performed in office environment. Involves frequent contact with other employees. May require working under stressful conditions.
* Operates office machinery including computers, fax machine, calculator, and photocopier.
* Requires manual dexterity for office machine operation including computer and calculator, stooping, bending to handle files and supplies, and mobility to complete errands or deliveries.
* Must be able to occasionally lift and/or carry/move up to 20lbs
* Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time
* Must be able to perform repetitive motion of hands, wrists, and arms
* Must be able to complete job duties proficiently while adapting to changing demands and priorities
* Must have the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and concentrate for long periods of time to perform duties in a safe manner
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
* High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
* 1+ years purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment, preferred
* Self-motivated, high energy, proactive attitude in building supplier relationships
* Demonstrated knowledge and experience with customers and suppliers
* Effective negotiation and problem solving skills
* Attention to detail and ability to react to production changes and/or supplier delays
* Strong verbal and written communication skills
* Ability to communicate clearly with other employees
* Collaborative relationship skills
* Good organizational and time-management skills
* Proficiency in use of MS Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
* Knowledge of filing systems and organizing principles
* Ability to deal with difficult people
* Ability to complete daily tasks with limited supervision and minimal errors requiring re-work
* A current valid driver's license is required
Demand Planner
Purchasing agent job in Bentonville, AR
Join Reynolds Consumer Products…and Drive Your Career across a world of opportunities! We provide amazing job opportunities for growth with competitive salaries and benefits in an exciting, dynamic, fast-paced, and high-performance organization. Are looking to build a strong career? Then we have an opportunity for you! We are searching for a Demand Planner to join our team in Bentonville, AR.
Responsibilities
Your Role:
As part of the Demand Planning team, the Demand Planner is an indispensable business partner with our customers both internal (Sales, Marketing, Category Teams, Finance, Supply, etc.) and external, to develop a shipment plan that is accurate, unbiased, and unconstrained in support of the S&OP process.
You will have the opportunity to Make Great Things Happen!
Develop demand forecasts at multiple levels of aggregation for multiple time horizons as part of a demand planning function.
Use and maintain current demand planning systems to create the best statistical baseline possible, using established processes.
Collect Past/Future demand inputs (distribution gains/losses, price changes, new-discontinued products, promotion plans, etc.) from Sales and Marketing and incorporate into the Demand Plan.
Coordinate monthly key account forecast review meetings with Sales and Marketing.
Attend the monthly business Demand Review meetings, understand drivers, challenge assumptions, and facilitate agreement on the total demand plan.
Generate, validate, and distribute demand planning and review documents in accordance with the monthly planning cycle.
Maintain and validate master data governing the demand history collection process.
Identify root cause of demand variances to highlight areas of opportunity and ensure corrective actions are documented, owned, and followed up.
Ultimately, you will be an integral part of the team that helps ensure that we are satisfying our customers at the lowest cost across the organization.
You will love it here if…
You put safety first, always
You listen, learn, and evolve
You are passionate about collaboration, teamwork, and achieving shared goals
You treat all people with respect, operating ethically, and embrace inclusivity
You are committed to improving our impact on local communities
Qualifications
We need you to have:
BA/BS degree in Business, Logistics, or related field.
2 years of related professional and progressive experience in CPG Demand Planning.
Proficient in MS Office.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate and influence at all levels within the organization.
Strong analytical and organizational skills, with high attention to detail.
Ability to translate business objectives into tactical actions and make sound business decisions under time pressure.
Willingness to work a flexible schedule during key business deadlines.
Must be team-oriented with the ability to work on high collaboration and performance teams.
Icing on the cake:
APICS certification.
Logility Demand Planning experience.
If you answer yes to the following…we want to meet you!
Intellectual Curiosity: Do you have an inquisitive nature?
Problem Solving: Do you have a knack for tackling issues head-on?
Entrepreneurship: Do you enjoy taking ownership of your work?
Customer Centricity: Do you always act in the best interests of the customer, putting their needs first?
Growth Mindset: Do you focus on progress rather than perfection?
Continuous Improvement: Are you never satisfied with the status quo?
Want to know more? Check out our website or connect with us on LinkedIn
Apply today to join a fast-growing innovative company!
Not a good fit but know someone who is? Please refer them!
Local candidates only, no relocation assistance available
Join Reynolds Consumer Products and Drive Your Career across a world of opportunities!
For applicants or employees who are disabled or require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, you may request assistance by emailing us at ******************************.
No recruiter calls or emails please.
RCP affords equal employment opportunities to applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability status, sex, marital status, protected veteran status, pregnancy, national origin, genetics, genetic information, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. RCP conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
Posted Salary Range USD $75,000.00 - USD $90,000.00 /A
Auto-ApplyBuyer
Purchasing agent job in Huntsville, AR
Key member of the supply chain management team in the Huntsville, AR Performance Center. Responsible for managing and leading suppliers for the program assigned (BOM Management) and/or commodity/vendors assigned. Responsible and accountable for BOM costs/supplier cost reduction to meet and exceed budgeted cost, responsible/accountable for supplier performance and performance improvements in terms of inventory, on time delivery, flawless quality and delivery flexibility of lead time reduction to meet Performance Center AOP, profits and working capital. Comply with procurement policy and data accuracy in the ERP system.
Who are we?
Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and eventually assisted in the birth of the aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed.
Today Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets. We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complex products and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission-critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications.
Job Summary
Manage/lead suppliers from aligned supplier selection, RFQ/RFP to negotiate the best cost, delivery schedule, VOI/inventory management, lead time to meet program and project expectations.
Manage and lead suppliers performance in execution PO kick off, PO change management, and PO update to meet operation and customer expectations.
Own procurement of products within assigned commodity areas or program to meet costs, delivery and quality requirements. Diligently work with internal across functional teams - planner, program management, operation, quality and engineer to manage and hold supplier accountable to the highest standard to meet and exceed company/performance center AOP.
Use site ERP/MRP process and work with internal teams to proactively identify material management risks and take actions in managing suppliers for risk mitigation to drive needed results in terms of operation and customer service.
Manage and lead supplier performance improvement - hold quarterly scorecard review and create action improvement plan.
Results oriented to drive action to provide solutions towards flawless operation and customer service.
Review daily MRP exception message, purchase order status, and order action reports and take appropriate action.
Identify alternate solutions for obsolete components and work with engineering for approval. Develop new, better, or alternate sources of supply to reduce the supplier base, drive supply base improvements.
Maintain purchasing data accuracy and updates in computer system.
Adhere and comply to company policies.
Responsible for proper handling and management of hazardous waste generated in work area.
Perform other assignments as required.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Strong experience in supply chain/supply base management
Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and flow charts required
MRP/ERP professional experience required
Computer experience in Outlook, Word, Excel PowerPoint and navigating the internet required
Strong communications and interpersonal skills needed
Required Experience and Education
H.S. Diploma or GED
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business or other relevant field
Minimum 1 - 3 years of professional purchasing or relevant supply chain working experience in a manufacturing environment.
ITAR/EAR Compliance: This position requires access to export-controlled information and/or hardware, and candidates must be U.S. Persons that comply with all U.S. Export control laws and regulation. As such, U.S. citizenship, U.S. lawful permanent resident status, protected person status under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or the ability to meet ITAR and EAR requirements is required.
This is a generic job posting for a Buyer Depending on the candidate's skills, qualifications and experience, they will be hired into an entry (I) level, intermediate (II) level or expert (III) level job and pay scale.
Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled
403 LaBarge Avenue
Huntsville, Arkansas, 72740
United States
Buyer (AR)
Purchasing agent job in Springdale, AR
Job Details Springdale, AR - Springdale, AR Full Time 2 Year Degree 1st Shift Purchasing - ProcurementDescription
KeyTronic is a team-based, supportive environment where everyone is able to feel encouraged and supported. We provide opportunities for growth through seminars, certifications, on-the-job training, and career advancement. Our team and employees are proud of our product diversity and team environment. We are an international company where you will do something different every day in our fast-paced work environment, but we are always finding ways to create something new and be innovative.
KeyTronic provides competitive salaries and benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation, Holidays, Tuition Reimbursement, and 401K. We also have a company provided wellness program because we care about the wellbeing of our employees inside and outside of the workplace. We organize volunteer opportunities, company activities, and all-employee meetings to show we value our employees and the community around us!
JOB SUMMARY: Under direct supervision, performs routine planning and procurement of various commodities using a mainframe MRP system. Plans, purchases, expedites, and negotiates materials in support of production schedules and capital/MRO materials and service requirements. Maintains the MRP system data and its integrity, prepares and analyzes reports, and supports project management of existing and new products.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
Develops, publishes and maintains the assigned Production Schedule.
Facilitate the Expediting/De-Expediting of all schedule changes.
Enters and maintains all customer order activities in compliance with the established business agreements/contracts of assigned accounts.
Responds to customer inquiries on open/closed orders, product availability, lead-times, and pricing.
Acts as liaison between Production, Purchasing, Engineering and Sales to control the Master Schedule.
Participates in new/sustaining product teams, representing materials, scheduling and revenue concerns.
Evaluates the material requirements plan for assigned commodities.
Generates, confirms, and adjusts purchase orders in support of MRP requirements.
Communicates areas of concern to appropriate personnel.
Audits and maintains data integrity in the MRP system for the department as defined by the company and/or department guidelines.
Evaluates and maintains the material requirements plan for assigned commodities and ensures systems validity and integrity by inputting and adjusting records according to company and/or department guidelines.
Compiles data and prepares reports as requested and required by purchasing management.
Attends meetings as needed to support cross-functional team objectives.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Associates Degree or higher education in supply chain management, business, or related field.
One to three years experience in manufacturing environment in planning, purchasing, contract negotiations or supplier relations, Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Demonstrated organizational skills, with the ability to handle and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously in a timely manner in a fast-paced environment.
Strong interpersonal skills; ability to relate to and work with diverse groups of people.
Must have knowledge of use and operation of standard office equipment and be familiar with commonly used email, Internet, word processing, databases and spreadsheets.
Must have a high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and materials. Position continually requires demonstrated poise, tact and diplomacy.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The employee is regularly required to sit; use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, talk, hear, and see. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or reach with hands and arms. The employee will regularly multi-task between projects, be required to move throughout the office building, and effectively communicate.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The environment is fast-paced; time pressured, and requires accuracy. The normal environment is quiet and typical of an open cubical setting with some areas that may be louder at times.
The statements on this are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required by all incumbents, and all job descriptions are subject to change to accommodate business necessity. In support of KeyTronic goals some incumbents may perform other duties as assigned. In addition, all KeyTronic employees are expected to:
Promote teamwork and cooperative effort
Help train and give guidance to other KeyTronic employees
Maintain a clean, safe, and unobstructed work area
Provide customers with the highest quality of products and service
Understand and apply appropriate quality improvement processes
KeyTronic is an
EOE/M/W/VET/Disabilities employer.
Coordinator, Purchasing
Purchasing agent job in Springdale, AR
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.
SUMMARY: The Purchasing Coordinator will coordinate and manage activities during the purchasing process, such as creating purchase orders, monitoring transportation and invoice creation and follow-through.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to, the following:
Design and maintain vendor reports and evaluate all issues and assist to prepare all data reports for all purchasing system and manage all buying trends.
Coordinate with supervisor and provide support to all product research programs and assist to obtain all required approvals and maintain all spreadsheets and evaluate all corrections for same and establish all best purchase activities.
Evaluate purchase orders and ensure accuracy in all SKU and product plan and maintain track of receipts from various locations and maintain an efficient packaging guide according to vendor regulations.
Collaborate with shipping department to ensure compliance to shipping dates and deadlines and maintain satisfaction of all consumers and monitor delivery of all products according to schedule and maintain quality standards of all products.
Monitor supplier performance and ensure timely delivery of products and maintain accuracy in vendor data in inventory control module.
Manage communication with vendors and track all orders and resolve any issues.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position will not have supervisory responsibility.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Required
High school diploma
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent computer skills, which includes Microsoft Office Suite
Preferred
Purchasing experience
George's is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to, among others, individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to search, apply or interview for a career opportunity with the Company, please send an email to ************************* or call ************ to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information to assist you
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disabled/Veterans
Auto-ApplyBuyer (AR)
Purchasing agent job in Springdale, AR
KeyTronic is a team-based, supportive environment where everyone is able to feel encouraged and supported. We provide opportunities for growth through. . .
Procurement Manager - Lowell, AR
Purchasing agent job in Lowell, AR
Start a Watco Career and Discover the Difference Keep the world's supply chain moving. That's what the Watco team does every day at our short line railroads, switching sites, terminals, ports, and logistics hubs. Whether you're at one of these locations or in a support-services role, there's one thread that ties everyone together. We're all on the same team. One Watco.
Here's what you can expect from Watco:
Outstanding culture recognized by Forbes and Newsweek
Competitive compensation and benefits
Paid on-the-job training with peer trainers
Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University
Career advancement opportunities
The Procurement Manager will lead strategic logistics procurement initiatives to position procurement as a competitive advantage. This role focuses on network development, optimization, and strategic management, leveraging data-driven insights and innovative tools to deliver measurable cost savings, operational efficiency, and strong carrier partnerships.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities• Deliver measurable cost savings and margin improvement by reducing PT spend.• Build and maintain strong carrier relationships to ensure capacity and service quality.• Implement route optimization strategies to maximize carrier utilization.• Expand carrier footprint to win spot bids and rebid lost opportunities.• Launch and manage carrier recognition programs.• Evaluate and implement carrier bid optimization technology.• Archive and analyze historical bids for strategic insights.• Map carrier density by lane and zip code to identify potential growth areas.• Identify and improve low-yield lanes.• Collaborate with pricing manager for decision making.• Benchmark best practices for procurement operations.• Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
* Proven experience in building and maintaining carrier relationships, pricing negotiation, optimizing routes, and conducting yield analysis.
* Logistics professional with comprehensive expertise in procurement and transportation management. • Strategic and innovative thinker with a proven ability to design and implement solutions that enhance operational performance and align with procurement goals.
Skills and Abilities• Advanced knowledge of carrier management, route optimization and yield analysis.• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data-driven decision-making.• Experience with procurement technology and bid optimization tools.• Expertise in carrier pricing negotiation.
Education• Bachelor's degree or equivalent; or at least three years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Competencies• Innovative problem-solver with a strong ability to identify opportunities and implement effective solutions.• Ability to collaborate and effectively communicate with all levels of the organization. • Excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills.• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Central Offices - Purchasing Coordinator
Purchasing agent job in Fort Smith, AR
Bachoco Group is a leading multi-business and multiprotein producer, and one of the top ten largest globally, with over 40,000 employees. We offer a wide portfolio of products, including chicken, eggs, pork, beef, pet food, and more. Through Bachoco USA, we deliver high-quality chicken products to the U.S. market, serving retail, food service, and national accounts through our fully integrated operations, which include farms, hatcheries, feed mills, and processing plants.
Join us and be part of our success!
Summary: The Purchasing Coordinator assists the department and management by maintaining existing purchasing systems and facilitating the development of new purchasing and inventory control systems. Specific functions include, but aren't limited to, leading assigned RFX (ex. Request for Information, Request for Quotation, Request for Proposal) activity, maintaining accurate records, and running data analysis on vendor spend. Activities are targeted at standardization consistent with high quality, reliability, and plant and regulatory requirements. This role is highly visible with suppliers and internal stakeholders. A strong attention to detail and ownership is required.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Reviews purchase requisitions for accuracy and completion then converts them to purchase orders.
Manages purchase orders during the full lifecycle to ensure on time delivery and uninterrupted company performance.
Places orders and maintains communication with various vendors and Bachoco OK Foods departments to ensure the delivery of products and services.
Communicates and informs internal clients on the status of all products and services in the supply chain for relevant departments.
Troubleshoots issues with internal and external stakeholders.
Assists in the maintenance of accurate physical inventories on all products and services.
Maintains accurate reports for costs and inventory value for all products and services for all relevant departments.
Ensure accurate vendor system data in conjunction with data analysis and drive professional relationships to ensure best in class vendor performance with the company.
Perform frequent category spend analysis.
Draft and present category spend analysis presentations.
RFX activity, use of Coupa for RFX activity.
Performs other duties as assigned by management.
Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience: Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university or a minimum of two years of relevant experience and/or training and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend simple and complex instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple and complex correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Inventory software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software. Experience working in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SAP, Coupa, and Power BI preferred but not required.
Physical Demands: The physical demands 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.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
An Equal Opportunity Employer to include women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.
*Notice to Third Party Recruitment Agencies: Please note that Bachoco USA and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of an executed Recruitment Services Agreement, there will be no obligation to any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without an agreement, Bachoco USA and its subsidiaries shall explicitly reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, shall be deemed the property of Bachoco USA.
Central Offices - Purchasing Coordinator
Purchasing agent job in Fort Smith, AR
Bachoco Group is a leading multi-business and multiprotein producer, and one of the top ten largest globally, with over 40,000 employees. We offer a wide portfolio of products, including chicken, eggs, pork, beef, pet food, and more. Through Bachoco USA, we deliver high-quality chicken products to the U.S. market, serving retail, food service, and national accounts through our fully integrated operations, which include farms, hatcheries, feed mills, and processing plants.
Join us and be part of our success!
Summary: The Purchasing Coordinator assists the department and management by maintaining existing purchasing systems and facilitating the development of new purchasing and inventory control systems. Specific functions include, but aren't limited to, leading assigned RFX (ex. Request for Information, Request for Quotation, Request for Proposal) activity, maintaining accurate records, and running data analysis on vendor spend. Activities are targeted at standardization consistent with high quality, reliability, and plant and regulatory requirements. This role is highly visible with suppliers and internal stakeholders. A strong attention to detail and ownership is required.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
* Reviews purchase requisitions for accuracy and completion then converts them to purchase orders.
* Manages purchase orders during the full lifecycle to ensure on time delivery and uninterrupted company performance.
* Places orders and maintains communication with various vendors and Bachoco OK Foods departments to ensure the delivery of products and services.
* Communicates and informs internal clients on the status of all products and services in the supply chain for relevant departments.
* Troubleshoots issues with internal and external stakeholders.
* Assists in the maintenance of accurate physical inventories on all products and services.
* Maintains accurate reports for costs and inventory value for all products and services for all relevant departments.
* Ensure accurate vendor system data in conjunction with data analysis and drive professional relationships to ensure best in class vendor performance with the company.
* Perform frequent category spend analysis.
* Draft and present category spend analysis presentations.
* RFX activity, use of Coupa for RFX activity.
* Performs other duties as assigned by management.
Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience: Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university or a minimum of two years of relevant experience and/or training and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend simple and complex instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple and complex correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Inventory software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software. Experience working in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SAP, Coupa, and Power BI preferred but not required.
Physical Demands: The physical demands 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.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
An Equal Opportunity Employer to include women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.
* Notice to Third Party Recruitment Agencies: Please note that Bachoco USA and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of an executed Recruitment Services Agreement, there will be no obligation to any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without an agreement, Bachoco USA and its subsidiaries shall explicitly reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, shall be deemed the property of Bachoco USA.
Nearest Major Market: Fort Smith
Manager, Sourcing - Surety of Supply
Purchasing agent job in Bentonville, AR
What you'll do... About Surety of Supply The Surety of Supply team accelerates and scales Walmart's efforts to build long term food supply resilience. We work across food products in close collaboration with Merchants and Sourcing Managers as well as teams in Private Brands, sustainability, technology, manufacturing, and beyond.
The Manager, Surety of Supply supports efforts to reinvent who we partner with and how we work collaboratively to drive surety over longer time horizons. This role develops the capabilities and cross-functional alignment necessary to propel the Surety agenda forward, and drives select project execution. We are looking for entrepreneurial, collaborative problem solvers who enjoy working cross functionally and powering change. What you'll do:
Partner with Sourcing Managers and Merchants to accelerate Supply Strategy on specific Walmart categories, which will include strategic planning, project management, agreement development, cross-banner coordination, and resource requests
Generate analysis and insights from complex data and build reports, presentations, and other tracking/reporting tools to communicate business initiatives and progress
Manage project-based work independently, demonstrating a high level of initiative and follow through
Demonstrate inclusive leadership that enhances belonging in the organization
You'll sweep us off our feet if you have:
Outstanding strategy building, project management, and communication skills
Track record of demonstrating high levels of initiative, ownership, and thought leadership in complex environments
Experience leading cross-functional projects and successfully influencing to spark change
Experience building complex business cases and communicating to executive leaders
4+ years of experience in retail, corporate development, corporate strategy, investment banking, consulting, or CPG
Your Career Journey at Walmart
At Walmart, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here's what to expect when interacting with us as recruiters:We'll reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in "@walmart.com.” or “@samsclub.com”. All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: *************************** There is no cost or payment required to apply or be considered for a position.If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity. Thank you for exploring opportunities at Walmart!
At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see ******************************** Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
The annual salary range for this position is $70,000.00 - $130,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
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Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Merchandising, Supply Chain or related area and 3 years' experience in sourcing OR 5 years' experience in sourcing, Business, Merchandising, Supply Chain or related areas.
Bilingual in English and one or more language used to transact business in assigned country.
Project Management certification.Preferred Qualifications...
Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.
Experience in retail, manufacturing, or sourcing, Experience working for a retailer, or major brand, importer/agent serving a major retail customer Primary Location...701 Respect Dr, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of AmericaWalmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.
Auto-ApplyPlant Buyer Job Details | Bekaert NV
Purchasing agent job in Van Buren, AR
Be part of something bigger! As the world and the way people live is changing, we at Bekaert believe it's our responsibility to contribute to finding new solutions for the future. With a 140+ year old heritage of excellence, innovation, and a future-focused mindset, we strive to create value for our customers and society. We aim to do this through innovative solutions and sustainable practices. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of steel wire transformation and coatings whilst also leveraging our expertise to develop innovative solutions with new materials and services in a safe, smart, and sustainable way. Our focus extends to markets such as new mobility, low-carbon construction, and green energy.
As a dynamic and growing company with over 24 000 employees worldwide, 75 nationalities, a retention rate above 90% and almost € 5.3 billion in combined revenue in 2023, we are looking for someone like you to join our team as we continue to shape a safer, more efficient, and connected world!
Purpose and Mission
Responsible for the procurement of goods, materials, and services to ensure the plant's operational needs are met, considering price, quality, and delivery to ensure continuity of supply.
About the role
Your Impact as Plant Buyer
* Manage the purchasing process for the local plant, including supplier selection, negotiation, and contract management.
* Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers, ensuring high standards of quality and service.
* Monitor market trends and apply best practices to improve purchasing processes and reduce costs.
* Work closely with the production team to forecast demand and ensure timely procurement of materials.
* Conduct regular supplier evaluations to assess performance and compliance with company standards.
* Resolve any supply issues, discrepancies, or grievances that may arise.
* Ensure adherence to all company policies, quality standards, and legal regulations related to procurement.
* Collaborate with other departments to identify and implement cost-saving opportunities.
* Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and other important data.
About You
Essential skills & competencies
* Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field
* Proven experience as a buyer, preferably in a manufacturing or plant environment.
* Strong negotiation and communication skills.
* Knowledge of supply chain management and procurement best practices.
* Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
* Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
What is in it for you?
* A Competitive salary with Benefits.
* Hybrid working enviroment
* Learning programs developed by our L&D department.
* A great opportunity to play your part in an international growth story.
* A chance to grow along with your responsibilities (national or international).
* Cool colleagues all over the world.
Be bold and take the leap!
We're looking for individuals who are not afraid to take risks and explore new ideas. If you are passionate about personal growth and bringing your authentic self to work, we want you on our team!
At Bekaert, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
To learn more about us and our exciting career opportunities, visit Bekaert Careers
Regional Procurement Manager
Purchasing agent job in Rogers, AR
About the Role We're seeking a Regional Procurement Manager to lead our Purchasing Agents and Vendor Managers in acquiring vehicles from auctions, rental fleets, and preferred vendors. This role is critical to ensuring we have the right vehicles in the right place at the right time while maintaining our company's purchasing standards and operational excellence.
What You'll Do
Lead and develop a team of Purchasing Agents and Vendor Managers.
Oversee vendor communications both internally and externally.
Manage the full vehicle purchase process: buy-in, title, procurement, placement, and transportation coordination.
Monitor help tickets and respond to procurement-related inquiries.
Utilize company tools to track, plan, and schedule vehicle purchases.
Ensure compliance with company policies, mission, vision, and values.
What We're Looking For
Bachelor's degree preferred, or 6-10 years of related procurement/management experience.
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Excellent communication and vendor relationship skills.
Experience with vehicle procurement, logistics, or similar industries a plus.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with strong planning and organizational skills.
Why You'll Love It Here
At Car-Mart, we're passionate about helping people and driving success together. You'll have the opportunity to make an immediate impact, lead a talented team, and contribute to the growth of one of America's largest publicly traded automotive retailers.
Apply Today
If you're ready to take your career to the next level and play a key role in our vehicle procurement strategy, we'd love to hear from you!
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We're Always Looking for Talent - Submit Your Resume
Purchasing agent job in Rogers, AR
We're Always Looking for Great People
Even when we don't have specific openings, we're interested in connecting with talented and reliable individuals who want to make a difference.
Whether your expertise is in IT, networking, or cybersecurity-or in areas like sales, customer service, project management, or marketing-we'd love to hear from you.
Submit your resume today, and we'll reach out if a future opportunity aligns with your skills and interests.
Estimating Professional (Data Centers)
Purchasing agent job in Fayetteville, AR
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.
Sr Manager, Corporate Purchasing
Purchasing agent job in Lowell, AR
**Job Title:** Sr Manager, Corporate Purchasing **Department:** Supply Chain **Country:** United States of America **State/Province:** Arkansas **City:** Lowell **Full/Part Time:** Full time Under general direction, this position is responsible for overseeing vendor pricing, the negotiation of contracts, and the purchase of maintenance parts, materials, equipment and shop supplies. The incumbent will perform multiple personnel management tasks including but not limited to discipline, staffing, performance management, annual reviews, and time and attendance.
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**Key Responsibilities:**
+ Supervise and assist team in procuring quotes for various parts and shop items, including any specialized equipment and tooling related items; negotiate prices, terms and conditions with vendors and challenge product specifications for long-term procurement commitments
+ Other duties as assigned
+ Perform multiple personnel management tasks including but not limited to discipline, staffing, performance management, annual reviews, and time and attendance
+ Consult on tractor and trailer parts related issues, campaigns, tooling, and equipment modifications in MFG meetings
+ Direct corporate support department on procurement of support tooling for terminals, service trucks, and remote locations
+ Create technical forecasts, plans, provisions and controls for the company's material investments
+ Develop parts budgets; monitor expenses related to inventory management in order to maintain the budget
+ Advise parts managers in the field on the analysis and disposition of overstock parts/tools and the coordination of returns and credit with vendors
+ Oversee purchase requisitions for various business unit leaders & fleet support locations; monitor freight charge exceptions related to parts shipping on purchase orders
+ Approve new vendor forms to facilitate new sources of supply; monitor and report on vendor quantity and contracts
+ Select new parts vendors, negotiate contract prices, terms and conditions, and challenge product specifications; manage all supplier contracts and monitor compliance with long-term procurement commitments
**Shift Schedule:**
Monday to Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm
**Qualifications:**
**Minimum Qualification:**
+ High School Diploma/GED with 5-7 years of inventory, purchasing, and/or related experience
+ Posses a valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle record as per JBH standards.
**Preferred Qualification:**
+ Ability to wear appropriate work attire (protective gear/PPE)
+ Advanced analytical skills
+ Advanced deductive reasoning skills
+ Advanced math skills
+ Advanced organizational skills
+ Advanced problem solving skills
+ Experience in conducting research
+ Experience in inventory management
+ Experience in the transportation industry
+ Experience with influencing and collaborating across groups
+ Experience with statistics
+ Experience working in a fast-paced environment
+ Interest in learning new technologies/software applications
+ Self-motivated Travel up to 40%.
This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.
**Compensation:**
Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of the Company's bonus and incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time.
**Benefits:**
The Company offers the following benefits for full-time positions, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, as may be in effect from time to time: medical benefit, dental benefit, vision benefit, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, paid time off commensurate with tenure (includes vacation and sick time), six weeks of paid maternity leave along with two weeks of paid parental leave, and six paid holidays annually.
**Education:**
GED (Required), High School (Required)
**Work Experience:**
Purchasing/Procurement, Transportation/Logistics
**Certifications:**
Non Commercial Driver's License - Department of Transportation
**Job Opening ID:**
00600826 Sr Manager, Corporate Purchasing (Open)
**_"This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this_** **_classification._** **_It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job._**
**_To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions."_**
**_J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is committed to basing employment decisions on the principles of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, persons with disabilities, protected veterans or other bases by applicable law._**
**Fortune 500 experience. Career advancement. Nationwide relocation possibilities.**
Headquartered in Northwest Arkansas, J.B. Hunt is a dominant force in transportation and logistics, offering exciting career opportunities both at corporate and at field locations across the country. There are a variety of job types that support our business, so no matter your passion, J.B. Hunt is the place to jumpstart your career.
**Why J.B. Hunt?**
J.B. Hunt is a leading transportation and logistics company for one simple reason - our people. The career possibilities and benefits of working at J.B. Hunt are endless. From competitive salary and benefits packages, to defined career paths and growth opportunities, we take care of our people and take great pride in our efforts to build and sustain an inclusive workplace for all employees.
**What are we looking for?**
J.B. Hunt welcomes high-energy, forward-thinking people of all backgrounds and experience levels to join our team. We offer full-time, entry level, professional and management opportunities across all departments. Whether you are fresh out of school or bring years of industry experience, a role at J.B. Hunt could take your career to the next level.
J.B. Hunt is proud to serve individuals of all abilities. If you need assistance completing your application, please contact us at ************************* .
J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. affirms its belief in equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment in all terms and conditions of employment. J.B. Hunt is committed to both the spirit and the letter of affirmative action law and continues its good-faith efforts to comply with all applicable government laws and regulations. The company is committed to basing employment decisions on the principles of equal employment opportunity. J.B. Hunt will recruit, hire, compensate, offer benefits to, upgrade, train, layoff, terminate, and/or promote individuals without discrimination in regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability, status as a protected veteran, or other bases by applicable law.
J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. offers reasonable accommodation in the employment process for individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance in the application process due to a disability, you may request accommodation at any time by calling **************.
Oracle ATG commerce
Purchasing agent job in Bentonville, AR
We specialize in Staffing, Consulting, Software Development, and Training along with IT services to small to medium size companies. AG's primary objective is to help companies maximize their IT resources and meet the ever-changing IT needs and challenges.
In addition, AG offers enterprise resource planning and enterprise application integration, supply-chain management, e-commerce solutions, and B2B public exchanges and B2B process integration solutions. Our company provides application analysis, design, development and programming, software engineering, systems development, testing, integration, and implementation, and management consulting services to various clients - including governmental agencies and private companies - throughout the United States and India.
We provide these services in multiple computing environments and use technologies such as client/server architecture, object-oriented programming languages and tools, distributed database management systems, state-of-the-art networking, and communications infrastructures. Our honest and realistic approach to recruiting dictates that AG does not entice or lure engineers from their employers. We represent only high caliber technical professionals who have committed to making a change required by career.
Job Description
Technical Skill :-
Should have atleast 8+ year of experience
Oracle ATG commerce
The resource needs to be proficient in oracle ATG Commerce including core commerce concepts such as Cart, Order, Pricing and Promotions.
Should have good communication skills
Additional Information
Good comm skills are a big priority
Duration: 12+ Months
Candidate must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Purchasing Agent
Purchasing agent job in Bentonville, AR
Safety/Security Status: None
SUMMARY This position manages all activities involved with procuring goods and services, (raw materials, equipment, tools, parts, professional services, and all other purchased items) for the City of Bentonville. This position actively manages contracts and purchases for compliance with Federal, State, and local law. The position requires critical thinking, effective communication, time management, self-motivation, strong organizational skills, and professionalism.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Reporting relationships, work assignments, and work schedules may be subject to change in order to meet City needs or operation requirements. Attendance at work and the ability to get along with the public, supervisors, and co-workers are essential elements of this position. Other duties may be assigned.
Plans, organizes, and manages the activities of the Purchasing Department to provide a procurement process for approximately $200,000,000.00 worth of goods and services, including $106,000,000.00 of utility power/water/sanitation payments, throughout the year ensuring that purchases meet City Ordinances, State laws, Federal laws, and best practices. This duty is performed daily.
Regularly communicates and coordinates with City Departments regarding bids, projects, contract compliance, policy compliance, and all other purchasing activities. This duty is performed daily.
Communicates with vendors regarding purchasing through the City, which includes marketing offerings such as Vendor Introduction Meetings, expos, and other avenues of attracting vendors to do business with the City. This duty is performed weekly.
Reviews requisitions of all expenditures for compliance with the City Purchasing Policy and approves those over dollar amount specified by policy. This duty is performed daily.
Maintains current knowledge of new laws, best practices, and other items related to all aspects of job duties. Responsible for maintaining and updating the Purchasing Policy according to changes necessary due to process improvements or amendments and changes in applicable laws; including directing City departments about purchasing compliance and the best way to utilize quotes, bids, and cooperative contracts. This duty is performed annually.
Prepare bid documents and distributes to vendors; managing the complete procurement process, which includes, but is not limited to public notification (advertisement), responses to questions, hosting public pre-bid meetings, amendments to documents and/or timelines, hosting public bid openings, full bid evaluation and any necessary steps (including acceptance and/or rejection of bids, allowable corrections, and all other necessary processes). This duty is performed weekly.
Manages City's IDIQ contracts to ensure compliance with monetary thresholds approved by City Council This duty is performed weekly.
Administers the City auction process and advises departments regarding the legal disposal of surplus goods. This duty is performed monthly.
Manages software implementation for any Purchasing Department related software and assists in the implementation of software for related activities, such as implementations that may be managed by the Finance Department. This is performed on an as needed basis.
Responsible for performing all Purchasing related year end close procedures in the financial software. This is performed on an annual basis.
Reviews City Council agenda items for purchasing related documentation. This duty is performed bi-weekly.
Manages and oversees the City's online ordering memberships, and vendor portals. This includes identification, evaluation, and implementation of memberships or accounts that would improve City-wide efficiency in purchasing. This duty is performed monthly.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Supervises 1-3 Purchasing Specialists in the Purchasing Department.
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in business administration, purchasing management, procurement or a related field and 5+ years of experience in the related field.; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certified Public Procurement Officer
(CPPO) or other Purchasing certification preferred.
LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to effectively present information and to respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Ability to read, analyze, and understand common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to complex or difficult inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the legal community.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to prepare and interpret bar graphs. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS Ability to solve complex problems and deal with a variety of known variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
SOFTWARE SKILLS REQUIRED
Computer training in Microsoft Office.
Intermediate: Database, Spreadsheet, Word Processing/Typing.
Intermediate: 10-key, Accounting, Contact Management, Presentation/PowerPoint, Spreadsheet/Excel.
Preference for familiarity with MUNIS.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED Under minimal supervision and direction where a definite objective is set up or standard practice enables the employee to proceed alone planning and arranging own work, referring only unusual cases to supervisor. Ability to initiate problem solving independently without supervisor guidance or direction.
PLANNING Autonomy with regard to general assignments in planning time, method, manner, and/or sequence of performance of own work and work of the Purchasing Department.
ACCURACY Probable errors would not likely be detected until they reached another department, office, or patron, and would then require considerable time and effort to correct the situation. Frequently, possibility of error that would affect the organization's prestige and relationship with the public to a major extent.
WORKING CONDITIONS Normal working conditions as found within an office setting, wherein there is controlled temperature and a low noise level, plus a minimum of distractions. Periodically exposed to such elements as intermittent standing, walking, pushing, carrying, or lifting; but none are present to the extent of being disagreeable.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands 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.
While performing the functions of this job, the employee is continuously required to talk or hear; regularly required to sit, reach with hands and arms; frequently required to walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and occasionally required to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision; and color vision.
Moderate diversity, low physical. Work activities which allow for a moderate amount of diversity in the performance of tasks which are not as varied as those positions with high-level diversity and decision-making.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Oracle ATG commerce
Purchasing agent job in Bentonville, AR
We specialize in Staffing, Consulting, Software Development, and Training along with IT services to small to medium size companies. AG's primary objective is to help companies maximize their IT resources and meet the ever-changing IT needs and challenges.
In addition, AG offers enterprise resource planning and enterprise application integration, supply-chain management, e-commerce solutions, and B2B public exchanges and B2B process integration solutions. Our company provides application analysis, design, development and programming, software engineering, systems development, testing, integration, and implementation, and management consulting services to various clients - including governmental agencies and private companies - throughout the United States and India.
We provide these services in multiple computing environments and use technologies such as client/server architecture, object-oriented programming languages and tools, distributed database management systems, state-of-the-art networking, and communications infrastructures. Our honest and realistic approach to recruiting dictates that AG does not entice or lure engineers from their employers. We represent only high caliber technical professionals who have committed to making a change required by career.
Job Description
Technical Skill :-
Should have atleast 8+ year of experience
Oracle ATG commerce
The resource needs to be proficient in oracle ATG Commerce including core commerce concepts such as Cart, Order, Pricing and Promotions.
Should have good communication skills
Additional Information
Good comm skills are a big priority
Duration: 12+ Months
Candidate must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.