Senior Buyer

PROAMPAC hiring for Senior Buyer jobs in Hastings, MN, US

Come work at a place to build your future and be an integral part of a fast-paced, safety-oriented, and growing industry! We are an ESSENTIAL employer that is ACTIVELY HIRING!

ProAmpac is a leading global flexible packaging company with a comprehensive product offering. We provide creative packaging solutions, industry-leading customer service and award-winning innovation to a diverse global marketplace. We continue to grow and would love for you to join our team!

At ProAmpac, our culture is key to our long-term success. We strive to be authentic as we live out the heritage of our small business culture. We value the connections we’ve created, and our employees feel empowered in their shared efforts to innovate successfully. ProAmpac was founded on the idea that a focus on material science will drive innovative and sustainable solutions for our customers, supported by our five core values – Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, Involvement, and Impact –  that foster a culture of speed, simplicity, and self-confidence. 

By joining us, you become an integral part of an entrepreneurial company in a fast-paced, exciting environment that provides varied opportunities for professional and personal growth.

ProAmpac Perks: 

ProAmpac is building a wellness culture through its PRO360 initiative: An interactive, fully integrated wellbeing program designed to engage, encourage, and reward all team members on their personal pathway to better health, wealth, growth, and community involvement. Our goal is to ensure 100% of team members achieve a basic level of wellness. Additionally, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, we offer full-time employees a variety of benefits including:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(K) with exceptional company match
• Generous paid time off (PTO), plus 11 holidays per calendar year
• Free life and short-term disability insurance
• Wellness, employee discount and rewards programs
• Tuition reimbursement

Position Summary

This position is responsible to meet the goals and objectives of the organization by being responsible for strategic vendor selection, negotiation, and procurement of critical materials and components. This position will work closely with existing vendors and internal stakeholders to ensure timely delivery and maintain appropriate inventory levels.

Essential Duties and Tasks

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodations may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Place substantial purchase orders with selected vendors, ensuring accuracy and completeness of order details.
• Identify and evaluate potential new vendors for critical materials, components, and services.
• Lead the negotiation of supplier contracts, including pricing, terms, delivery schedules, and quality standards.
• Analyze market trends and cost drivers to identify opportunities for cost savings, risk mitigation, and process enhancements.
• Ensures that service providers adhere to established service level agreements.
• Negotiates resolution or restitution in cases of substandard service.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to purchasing activities, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Monitor inventory levels and initiate replenishment orders to prevent stockouts.
• All other duties as assigned

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Qualifications, Education and Experience

• Education required BS in accounting or business management preferred.
• 7+ years of experience with a requirement of 3-5 years in a manufacturing environment.
• Oral/Written Comprehension & Expression
• Deductive & Inductive Reasoning
• Mathematical Reasoning - Complex Problem Solving
• External Client Contact
• Negotiation/Persuasion
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point), Visio, Outlook email and calendar. PeopleSoft a plus
• Maintains strict confidentiality and protects privacy of confidential/sensitive information.
• Exceptional time management and organization skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously establishing priorities to meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal, written, and presentations) with executive leadership, staff, and internal and external clients.
• Proactive; exercises sound judgment and decision making; able to identify problems and needs and develop solutions and/or options.
• Self-confident, self-motivated polished professional who thrives in a challenging, fast-paced environment.