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Procurement Specialist

2 months ago

Wixom, Michigan, United States Nordson Corporation Full time

About Nordson Corporation
Collaboration drives Nordson's success as a market leader in Industrial Precision Solutions and Advanced Technology.

Our employees thrive in an environment where we help each other reach our personal best and enable our company to continuously improve and grow, and our customers to succeed.


Role Overview
The Buyer will play a crucial role in supporting the manufacturing process and achieving business unit objectives. This position is responsible for managing the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for a designated product line or commodity, ensuring customer satisfaction while effectively managing costs.

Key Responsibilities
Essential duties include:

  • Meeting or exceeding performance metrics such as:
  • Reduction of lead times
  • Supplier On-Time Performance
  • Cost and Quality Management
  • Management of Scheduling Agreements and Vendor Managed Inventory
  • Daily activities include:
  • Overseeing purchased material master data
  • Managing scheduling agreements
  • Implementing cost reduction initiatives
  • Aligning supplier resourcing with corporate commodity strategies
  • Conducting price negotiations and managing costs
  • Building and maintaining key supplier relationships.
  • Performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, logistics, or a related field required, or 8+ years of relevant Supply Chain experience.

Preferred Skills and Abilities
Candidates should possess:

  • Demonstrated experience in negotiation, planning, and analysis
  • Prior knowledge of Lean Manufacturing is preferred
  • Ability to interpret and communicate basic engineered drawings and specifications
  • Detail-oriented, self-starter with strong organizational skills
  • Proven ability to develop effective processes and drive results
  • Influencing skills to secure resources and implement changes
  • Capacity to multi-task and work collaboratively as well as independently
  • Proficiency in MS Office applications: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively at all levels.
  • Experience in implementing project plans and schedules
  • Aptitude for effective and prompt problem-solving
  • Experience with SAP is a plus.

Working Environment
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to execute each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Travel Requirements
Estimated travel of 10-20% domestically.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Nordson Corporation provides equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees, ensuring no discrimination in any aspect of the employment relationship.