Traulsen is proud to be a division of Illinois Tool Works (ITW) Food Equipment Group. Our parent company, Illinois Tool Works, Inc. was founded over 100 years ago with a focus on a set of unique core capabilities: our proprietary 80/20 business process, our customer-focused innovation, and our well-known decentralized entrepreneurial culture.
SUMMARY
The Buyer is responsible for indirect purchases related to maintenance, equipment, building and production. This individual is also responsible for procuring goods and services in a manufacturing environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Research and compare suppliers, goods, and services
Identifies the best sourcing options and prepares and submits bid requests to the selected suppliers
Analyzes bid proposals and negotiates contract terms and conditions (within the budgetary limitations) and maintain vendor agreements
Strategically select the most suitable suppliers in terms of reliability, product quality, and cost-efficiency
Monitor inventory levels and determines purchase needs
Request cost proposals and negotiate contracts and prices
Prepare and process purchase orders, and asses purchase order for accuracy and compliance with regulations
Resolve receiving and invoice issues
Track open orders, including order acknowledgements
Maintain records of all transactions, purchase orders, confirmations, and corrections
Schedule and verify purchase deliveries
Build and maintain positive, long-term supplier relations
Interact with suppliers to schedule delivery times and resolve shipping errors
Maintain close communication with Engineering, Facilities, Accounting, and Plant Management
Strongly prefer experience with commodities and indirect material
Ability to identify different types of metals
Knowledge and experience in pricing different grades of metal using cost models
Extensive knowledge and use of ERP/MRP systems
Must possess negotiation, analytical, multitasking and organizational skills
Strong oral and written communication skills
Proven ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Strong computer skills to include: Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Superior time management skills, able to work independently and set priorities
Education and Work Experience
HS diploma or equivalent required, Associates Degree desired
Minimum 3 years experience
ITW Food Equipment Group 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.
If you are a qualified individual with a Disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the online application system process due to your disability, please contact 817-740-6747 for information on how to contact us directly.
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
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.
