Buyer, Business

## Buyer Apply locations:
WI - Brilliontime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R-04044

At Ariens Co, we build more than exceptional products – we create opportunities that impact careers. Our culture values innovative thinking, hard work and determination. We interact in teams, collaborate together and make decisions quickly.

We see growth potential in every team member, and are committed to supporting our employees with continuous training and advancement opportunities.
Our environment? We’re corporate, without being “corporate.” Whether you work at our headquarters, manufacturing facilities, or one of our global distribution businesses, you’ll always have the freedom to create and contribute.  Our company vision is “Passionate People, Astounded Customers.” Quite simply: it revolves around people      Speaking of people, you’re not just employee #1,762 to us. You’re family and your role is invaluable.

Without exceptional people, we can’t continue to produce the amazing products we're known for around the world.
Ready for the ride of your career? Then come join us. By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to work in a rewarding workplace with a strong sense of community.#
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* Job Description:

** Ariens Co is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Buyer at our Brillion, WI location, to manage the execution of material purchasing to support Ariens production and service requirements, as well as maintain and enhance supplier relationships by consistently interacting with suppliers in a manner that supports Ariens Core Values.
** THE DAY TO DAY...
*** Execute and manage supplier purchase orders to achieve the production build plans and service levels
* Ensure clear communication of expectations and priorities with suppliers
* Ensure suppliers adhere to Ariens SOP for order acknowledgement to required delivery dates, packaging and labeling requirements, and shipping processes
* Maintain supplier ship from locations and purchased materials deliver to locations
* Manage purchasing requirements for product changes and new product introductions
* Partner with internal stakeholders and suppliers to drive continuous improvement in supplier on time delivery, supplier PPM, inbound freight expenses, and purchased inventory turns
* Determine optimal inbound flow and locations for purchased materials (supermarkets, off site warehouse) to reduce total cost while managing inventory
* Manage supplier returns and resolve inbound quality issues in a timely manner with internal stakeholders and the supplier
* Resolve receiving and invoicing discrepancies in a timely manner to ensure inventory accuracy and supplier payment within agreed terms
* Manage purchased parts inventory; including disposition of slow moving, excess, or obsolete
* Execute assigned metrics reporting related to purchased materials; supplier metrics, inventory metrics, dashboard, etc.
* Involve Strategic Sourcing with forecast updates, supplier contract issues, quality and delivery issues that require escalation for resolution
** THE QUALIFICATIONS...
*** Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with emphasis in supply chain, purchasing, or operations management with a minimum of 3 years related experience
* A minimum of 8 years of experience required in lieu of degree

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.##
*** About Ariens Co
*** Since 1933, the Ariens Co name has been associated with reliable, durably crafted, high-performance outdoor power equipment. Our core values –
** Be Honest, Be Fair, Respect the Individual, Keep our Commitments, and Encourage Intellectual Curiosity
** define our culture and inspire our team. We believe passionate people and astounded customers lead to unstoppable success.
Our employees’ quality of life is important to us. When people feel appreciated, respected and supported, careers thrive and ideas come to fruition.  Ariens Co employees are provided various great benefit opportunities which may include:
* Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance effective first day of employment
* Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plan
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