Perform material or service purchasing activities including planning, selection, buying decisions, quality control, regulatory compliance and inventory management to meet demand, customer forecast, and shipping requirements.
Create, implement and utilize performance metrics to manage the supplier network.
Maintain purchasing documentation and daily records of items purchased. This also includes purchase orders, receipts and e-procurement systems.
Provide training to company personnel on departmental purchasing policies, procedures, and systems as needed.
Participate in strategic sourcing teams and provide guidance and value-added support to end-users by fulfilling purchase requirements, suggesting alternative suppliers/solutions, negotiate pricing/purchase terms, and maintaining an effective supplier network.
Provide new product information to end users in order to improve overall cost and efficiency
What is expected of you and others at this level
Performs routine, entry-level assignments
Knowledge and exposure to fundamental theories, principles and concepts gained through education and/or experience
Develops competence by performing structured work assignments
Uses existing procedures to solve routine or standard problems
Receives instruction, guidance and direction
Competencies Expected of You and Others at This Level
Customer Focus - Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
Values Differences - Recognizes the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
Optimizes Work Processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
Instills Trust - Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty. Integrity and authenticity
Ensures Accountability - Holding self and others accountable for meeting commitments
Being Resilient - Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations
Minimum Q ualifications & Skills
Bachelor's Degree required (or the equivalent in work experience)
1-3 years' relevant experience required
Disclaimer:
We also prioritize a safe and healthy workplace. The Company maintains a drug-free work environment and may require drug, alcohol, and/or medical testing depending on the role.
To ensure a consistent hiring process, The Andersons, Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies that do not have a formal agreement in place and is not responsible for any related fees.
Benefits
Health insurance
Additional Information
About The Andersons, Inc.
The Andersons, Inc., is a North American agriculture and renewable fuels company that conducts business in the agribusiness and renewables sectors. Guided by its Statement of Principles, The Andersons is committed to providing extraordinary service to its customers, helping its employees improve, supporting its communities, and increasing the value of the company. For more information, please visit www.andersonsinc.com .
Position Overview
This position is responsible for purchasing materials and services for the assigned business group.
Andersonsinc · Maumee, OH