Indirect Buyer, Mebane

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The year 1954 marked a significant milestone in thermal insulation history. Armstrong's R&D Project Number 54013, developed by three innovators, evolved into Arma Flex, the world's first flexible, closed-cell elastomeric foam for equipment insulation. This product revolutionized the insulation industry. Today, more than 70 years later, Arma Flex continues to be a pillar of Armacell's success.

The Site Buyer is responsible for managing procurement activities related to ensuring the continuous supply of Indirect Goods and Services to maintain required production levels at an optimum cost consistent with established quality and service level specifications. The role also collaborates closely with the Regional Category Managers, who are responsible for developing procurement sourcing strategies for their respective categories.

The Site Buyer reports to the Regional Procurement Manager.

What Armacell can offer you

• Healthcare benefits including medical & prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, and mental health & wellbeing.
• Financial programs such as 401(k), life insurance, short & long- term disability coverage, and opportunities for performance-based salary incentive programs.
• Paid time off including 12 holidays and generous PTO.
• Training and educational resources on our personalized learning management system.
• Giving & volunteer opportunities, and discounts on retail products, services & experiences.

Job Responsibilities

Purchasing

• Leads and ensures proper execution of all RFPs and negotiations for the local goods and services under the buyer's responsibility.
• Potentially acts as the Regional Category leader for certain projects.
• Continuously engages with Regional and Global Category Managers to provide necessary information required for the development of the Category sourcing strategies.
• Implements the Category Sourcing Strategies at the site level.
• Tracks KPI and overall performance of suppliers at the site level.
• Ensures all procurement activities at the site are conducted according to the Armacell procurement policy to ensure maximum value for Armacell.
• Ensure all supplier contracts and Purchase Orders are properly executed and managed at the site level.

Ordering

• Evaluates needs and places orders in close cooperation with each applicable department, taking into account the optimization of the delivery service.

• Tracks delivery dates and clarifies differences in incoming invoices, both internally and with suppliers, both nationally and internationally.

Supplier Performance and Evaluation

• Supports the continuous evaluation of key suppliers using approved KPI and performance measures.
• Ensures continuous improvements programs are in place with key suppliers and tracks progress.

SAP and Master Data Management

• Maintains SAP master data by ensuring supplier master data and material master data (delivery date, payment terms, prices, etc.) are updated.

Reporting and Forecasting

• Ensures all necessary reporting and forecasting tasks related to procurement activities are being delivered as planned.
• Ensures appropriate tracking, reporting and business alignment on value and savings creation.

Supplier Risk Management

• Ensures the appropriate Risk management is done for key suppliers at the site in line with the Regional Procurement Manager guidelines.

Safety

• Adheres to all safety Policies. Follows all company safety regulations and OSHA standards. Uses the appropriate protective gear and equipment. Reports any unsafe conditions right away. Is an active participant in workplace safety by helping create and maintain a safe work environment.

Job Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, operations, engineering, or business is preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of proven experience in purchasing or procurement
• Strong interpersonal skills, verbal, and written communications and presentation skills.
• Possesses strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Possesses the ability to excel in cross functional teams in a global environment.
• Advanced computer skills (SAP and Microsoft Applications).
• Demonstrated…