| Location | Groveport, OH |
Purchasing Buyer-Supply Chainkdc/one | Groveport, OH | Onsite
kdc/one is a global leader in custom formulation, package design, and manufacturing solutions for beauty, personal care, and home care brands. The company focuses on high-touch innovation, operational excellence, and rapid speed to market for many of the world's most recognized brands. Supported by approximately 15,000 employees, kdc/one develops and launches thousands of products each year. The organization co-develops products for more than 1,000 brands, offering exposure to diverse projects and markets for team members.
Are you a purchasing professional who enjoys negotiating, solving problems, and making sure the right materials are available when they're needed? kdc/one is looking for an experienced Buyer to join our Supply Chain team in Groveport, Ohio.
This is an onsite opportunity where you'll play an important role in supporting production, managing supplier relationships, controlling costs, and keeping materials flowing efficiently.
Why Join kdc/one?We believe great people deserve more than just a job. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you both at work and beyond, including:
Competitive compensation based on experience5% annual bonus opportunityMedical, dental and vision benefits401(k) with company matchPaid Time Off (PTO)Company-paid holidaysCareer growth and development opportunitiesAnd more!
What You'll Do
Purchase raw materials, equipment, tools, parts, supplies and services to support production needsReview material requirements and utilize MRP to plan purchasing activitiesNegotiate and manage vendor costs while meeting site requirementsBuild and maintain strong supplier relationships while monitoring cost, quality and servicePlace purchase orders and coordinate delivery schedulesMonitor inventory levels, lead times and supplier capacityExpedite or delay deliveries as customer and production needs changeMaintain accurate material information and purchasing data in SAPPartner with Quality, Production, Finance, Inventory Control and suppliers to resolve material and purchasing issuesReview and approve purchasing documentation and invoicesHelp manage slow-moving and obsolete inventorySupport continuous improvement of purchasing processes and workflows
What We're Looking For
3+ years of experience in a Buyer/Purchasing roleBachelor's degree in Business, Engineering or a related field preferred; equivalent manufacturing experience will be consideredManufacturing experience strongly preferredExperience with SAP/ERP systems and MRPStrong negotiation, problem-solving and organizational skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlinesStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work independently while collaborating effectively across departmentsAPICS or C.P.I.M. certification is a plus
The EnvironmentThis is an onsite role based at our Groveport manufacturing facility. While you'll spend time in an office environment, you'll also regularly interact with our production floor and warehouse operations.
Location: Groveport, OHIf you're ready to take the next step in your purchasing career and make a direct impact on operations, we'd like to hear from you.
Seniority LevelMid-Senior level
Industry
Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
Employment TypeFull-time