Buyer II

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Description

Together, We Own it! Start your employee owner journey with Shorr Packaging.
As a Buyer II you will manage program details, the integrity of the programs and the termination of the programs if necessary. This position works closely with sales, customer service, logistics and our corporate inventory management and leadership teams to drive buy side profitability enhancement and sales growth opportunities. Will be working closely with vendors to ensure our purchase orders are processed timely and delivered as expected as well as invoice resolution. Activities will include regional sourcing, supplier selection, strategic supplier management, total cost of ownership evaluation, cost reduction, discount and rebate program development and terms & conditions. Will manage and achieve specific financial goals as they relate to the overall needs of the organization.
Responsibilities

• Manage the replenishment of assigned products within a collection of preferred suppliers to maximize performance of inventory following established policies and procedures.
• Analyze inventory needs and process purchase orders accordingly for general and customer dedicated stock.
• Interact with selected suppliers; support the cost negotiation and manage the integrity of data and cost.
• Actively seeks cost savings opportunities to meet team’s cost savings goal.
• Analyzes inventory performance to meet the working capital KPIs for the company.
• Manage Softco queries to resolve any AP discrepancies.
• Utilizes systems and reports to manage the overall performance of the inventory.
• Reviews requests for new items to be added to the product offering and ensures supplier selection is appropriate and profitability metrics are met based on guidelines.
• Negotiate and implement potential cost changes based on current market trends.
• Handles moderately complex issues, including the managing of significant supplier issues, inquiries regarding stocking levels and strategy.
• Possess a solid working knowledge of assigned product lines.

Shorr Packaging does not provide work authorization sponsorship for this position.
The targeted compensation for this position is between $67 – $85K base plus targeted bonus, depending on skills and experience of the selected candidate.
Requirements

• Associate’s degree in business related field or equivalent work experience.
• Combination of 3+ years of experience in Distribution, Purchasing and Product management.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding KPI goals.
• A strong work ethic and a commitment to exceed financial and professional goals.
• Thorough understanding of supply chain and supplier manufacturing processes.
• Advanced skills with Microsoft Office solutions including Excel, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint and Smartsheet.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively at all levels internally and externally with interpersonal skills.

Shorr Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)– Together, We Own It!
• Comprehensive Employee Benefits:Explore Shorr Benefits
• Competitive base compensation plus targeted annual bonus plan
• Generous Paid Time off: Vacation, Personal, Sick and Floating Holidays along with company holidays
• Team based Employee Owner company culture

Shorr Packaging Corp is an equal-opportunity employer. It is the policy of Shorr Packaging Corp to afford full Equal Employment Opportunity, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status or disability status or any other legally protected status.
Shorr Packaging Corporation is an equal-opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. It is the policy of the Shorr Packaging Corporate to afford full Equal Employment Opportunity, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status.