Join MAPEI Corporation, a global leader in manufacturing construction chemicals and building materials - including adhesives, sealants, and specialty products used in flooring, tile, and concrete restoration. With operations around the world and a strong commitment to innovation, quality, and sustainability, MAPEI offers employees the opportunity to grow their careers while making a meaningful impact in the industries we serve.
We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to support our manufacturing operations through strategic procurement, supplier management, and inventory planning activities that ensure uninterrupted production and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Procure raw materials, packaging, and services to support production requirements while meeting cost, quality, and delivery objectives.
- Manage supplier relationships and collaborate with vendors to ensure consistent material availability and strong service performance.
- Monitor inventory levels and demand requirements to maintain appropriate stock levels and minimize supply disruptions.
- Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and commercial terms with suppliers in coordination with Corporate Purchasing.
- Support new product launches, inventory replenishment activities, and intercompany material transfers across MAPEI facilities.
- Partner with production, planning, quality, logistics, and corporate teams to support operational goals and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Resolve supplier quality issues, delivery delays, and service concerns while implementing effective corrective actions.
- Perform assigned tasks in conformance with procedures and instructions established in the Business Management System (BMS) and in compliance with applicable Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) regulatory requirements.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
What's in it for you
- In this role, you will earn a competitive salary based on your experience and qualifications.
FREE MEDICAL INSURANCE for our employees or the option of a highly competitive medical plan with minimal monthly employee contributions and zero deductibles
- 17 Days of paid, sick and vacation time annually (days are prorated in year one).
- 401K retirement with up to 6% matching program.
- Excellent dental, vision programs, flex spending accounts, employer paid life insurance and free tele-med physician services.
- Various other company employee-centric perks initiatives; tuition reimbursement programs, discounted home/auto insurance programs, supplemental life insurance, and more.
Qualifications
- Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of five years of purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or materials management experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience purchasing raw materials, packaging, or production-related materials preferred.
- Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Experience working with ERP, purchasing, or inventory management systems preferred.
Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran (M/F/D/V)
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