Tactical Buyer

What does a cell phone in your pocket, a spaceship, and an electric vehicle have in common?

Ellsworth Adhesives specs in materials in each of those products!

KitPackers is a GROWING industry leading packager of high-end adhesives for the aerospace, defense, technology, and automotive industries.

Come work for us and enjoy a PTO allotment on your first day, , competitive pay, and a generous quarterly gainsharing (performance bonus) plan!

Ellsworth Corporation, a global, industry leading distributor of specialty chemicals and equipment and adhesive manufacturer currently has a Tactical Buyer opportunity.

This role reports into our KitPackers-Resinlab (KPRL) Division located in Germantown, WI. The Tactical Buyer enters and updates purchase orders in the company’s Enterprise Resource Planning system.

Ensures all orders are shipped with correct documentation. Responds to internal and supplier inquiries regarding purchase orders concerning more complex products.

PERKS & BENEFITS

• Pay according to experience level The more applicable experience, the more you’ll get paid!
• As an industry leader, we offer a competitive wage, bonus plan, and a comprehensive benefit package which includes Health, Prescription, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Flexible Spending, 401(k), Employee Assistance, Paid Time Off and Holidays, Wellness Program, Social Events, Community Involvement and much more! for a summary of Employee Benefits.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Enters and maintains purchase orders in the Enterprise Resource Planning system (ERP)
• Tracks the status of purchase orders and updates the Overdue Purchase Order report
• Responds to internal and supplier questions regarding purchase order entries
• Collaborates with Suppliers regarding quality issues
• Maintains supplier information within the ERP
• Ensures product documentation is accurate and complete for assigned outbound and inbound shipments, re-certification of product, receiving approval of low shelf-life items, etc.
• Collaborates within the Business Unit to resolve issues
• Assist with development of team training materials and work instructions

QUALIFICATIONS

• 1+ years of experience in purchasing or related field required (3+ years preferred)
• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college in Supply Chain, Finance or related field. Other combinations of education and experience may be considered as equivalent
• Strong negotiating skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Very strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with relevant industry regulations and standards
• Very good computer skills with MS Office applications, ERP, etc

Ellsworth Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, pregnancy, genetics, or any other legally protected status.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation for any part of our employment process, please follow the instructions on our page of our Careers website.

Ellsworth Corporation is an industry leading global corporation, we specialize in the distribution, manufacturing and custom packaging of adhesives, specialty chemicals and dispensing equipment.

We stand apart from the competition by going above and beyond high quality products. We offer expert assistance, valuable services, decades of experience, and a host of resources to ensure we're providing the best possible solution for our customers’ applications.

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