ITW IDS offers exciting career opportunities across the U.S. and abroad. At IDS our employees experience a small company, family-like atmosphere. We empower all of our employees to -Make Their Mark- in the organization by adopting the entrepreneurial culture.
The ITW IDS team is a global network of highly talented individuals. We could not be a true total solution provider of hot stamp, heat transfer, seat seal, pad print and digital technology without our team of smart, dedicated individuals. We understand that taking good care of our talent is essential to our ability to meet client needs in the years ahead.
The Buyer will be required to perform a variety of tasks related to supply chain management including purchasing, negotiating, inventory control and production scheduling. Job to be performed following ITW/IDS safety, inventory, and manufacturing policies/processes. Must possess strong computer and strong oral and written communication skills. Required to complete tasks accurately and timely and to maintain system information while striving to support the culture of -Flawless Execution-.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Conduct daily procurement functions to ensure timely delivery of both production and indirect materials to meet production schedules and customer demands, negotiate pricing and terms, and adhering to ITW Corporate metrics of maintaining appropriate MOH (Months of Hand) and grading reserves.
Work within Supplier Segmentation best practices to develop strong supplier relations, identify preferred suppliers and be involved in supplier performance monitoring
Play an integral role in inventory control management by reviewing quantity levels, doing daily transactions, cycle counting, investigating inventory discrepancies, coordinating physical inventories, and meeting annual objectives / metrics.
Actively involved in production scheduling, releasing Purchase Orders per customer and production demands, and working closely with department managers to monitor finished goods.
Provide Excellent customer service to internal customers from departments including but not limited to Customer Service, Sales & Service, Marketing, Production and Engineering.
Ensure all orders confirmed by suppliers and agreed upon delivery dates are accurate in ERP system.
Follow up with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery goals are met.
Maintain valid due dates in the purchasing database, files and planning reports. Expediting as required
Ensure that non-confirming product is processed and that dispositions are completed in a timely manner.
Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery with supplier
Resolve billing issues and supplier problems that may arise
Report problems that affect the production schedule to appropriate manager(s)
Maintain effective inventory levels to achieve month on hand (MOH), on-time delivery (OTD), and customer satisfaction. Adjust accordingly.
Maintain up to date SDS for all products on our T-Drive and master SDS book for associate's reference. Make sure website is updated with new/revised SDS. Send copy of new and updated SDS to Infotrac for emergency phone contact.
Perform all related ISO functions, including contacting our suppliers regarding compliance of products we purchase from them and keeping files of our supplier's compliance to ISO objectives
Follows safety policies and wears prescribed PPE, maintains work area (housekeeping), PC/laptops and other company property
All other duties as assigned
ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues' unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.
As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues' unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.
As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
ITW is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
