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    Purchasing Manager - Chicago, United States - Gerresheimer AG

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    1131 Arnold Street, United States | Chicago Heights | Full-time

    Job Description


    JOB SUMMARY:


    Responsible for the purchasing and storeroom function at the Chicago Heights facility which includes procurement of raw material, supplies, parts and utilities.

    This position is also responsible for contract and pricing negotiations, expediting orders, seeking best price/terms on orders, and ensuring correct inventory levels at all times.

    Also enters purchase orders and assists with CAPEX activities. Organize the workloads of assigned staff, delegate responsibilities and supervise day-to day operations.


    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:


    • Responsible for managing, coordinating, an efficient/effective purchase order process with consideration for total cost, quality, delivery and policy/procedure.
    Handles day-to-day purchasing activities with suppliers. Coordinates this process, when necessary, with other plants or Corporate.
    Responsible for issuing purchase order to procure commodities, supplies and services from supply resources.
    Assists in strategic sourcing initiative and coordination of contractual issues, long-term supply agreements, annual contracts, frame contracts, etc.
    Responsible for raw material and storeroom inventories, proper stocking levels and critical spare parts availability. Identify and eliminate waste within the organization.
    Ensure timely and accurate receipt of incoming materials and service. Expedite orders when necessary.
    Ensure chemicals and flammables are stored according to OSHA/EPA standards. Maintain SDS sheets and SDS program.
    Ensure vendors meet expectations of quality and delivery.
    Participate in year-end physical inventory.
    Participate in month end close.
    Qualifications

    EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

    Qualifications / Credentials:

    High School Diploma or Equivalent, College degree preferred
    Prior work experience in purchasing/buyer position in a manufacturing environment, preferred in an ISO certified facility.
    Demonstrate ability to read, write, and understand instructions in English – maintain logs and records
    Demonstrate ability to perform arithmetical calculations
    Demonstrate strong leadership, communication, and organizing skills
    Demonstrate ability to use ERP systems such as SAP
    Demonstrate ability to use Microsoft office suite

    BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES
    :

    Willing and able to work standard business/office hours
    Actively involved in project work and process improvements.
    Able to complete assignments in acceptable timeframes.
    Able to maintain confidentiality
    Self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision
    Able to handle pressure of time constraints in performing work
    Detail oriented
    Strong organizational skills
    Dependable, punctual and attentive
    Patience and diplomacy in dealing with others
    Communicates clearly and effectively with all levels within the organization and uses plain language to make information accessible.
    Is comfortable speaking in front of people, using tact and nuanced speech
    Able to follow all departmental S.O.P's
    Able to follow plant rules, safety rules, good housekeeping practices, GMPs, and GDPs
    Additional Information


    PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

    Continuous Use of Computer and office equipment,Hand , Eye-hand coordination, Vision.
    Frequent use of Hearing, Talking, Standing, Sitting, Walking
    Occasional use of ANSI approved Safety Glasses, Color Distinction, Lifting/ Carrying, Pushing/ Pulling, Climbing, Bending/ Stooping, Squatting, Reaching, Variable and/or Extreme temperatures, and Exposure to potential dangerous conditions- all below OSHA Permissible Exposure Limits (PEL)
    All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
    We offer all our employees a canteen on site.

    According to the job and position, we make sure our employees get regular trainings and coaching to unleash their possibilities.

    Your health and well-being is important to us.

    We have a company doctor and offer back trainings, an employee assistance program as well as capital-forming benefits and a group insurance.

    JobBike
    Do yourself and our environment a favour and ride two wheels to work. We support you with a JobBike.
    Benefit from special conditions with various brands in fashion, technology, leisure and many more.
    Laundry service
    Your work clothes are being cleaned by us for you.
    Working environment

    Creating a great place to work is essential for us, so we live up to our values teamwork, responsibility, integrity, bold innovation and excellence (TRIBE).

    Note:

    Benefits might vary depending on the position.

    About Gerresheimer Gerresheimer is the global partner for pharmaceutics, biotech, healthcare, and cosmetics with a very broad product range for pharmaceutical and cosmetic packaging solutions and drug delivery systems.

    The company is an innovative solution provider from concept to delivery of the end product.

    Gerresheimer achieves its ambitious goals through a high level of innovative strength, industrial competence and concentration on quality and customer focus.

    In developing innovative and sustainable solutions, Gerresheimer relies on a comprehensive international network with numerous innovation and production centers in Europe, America and Asia.

    Gerresheimer produces close to its customers worldwide with around 11,000 employees and generated annual revenues in 2022 of EUR 1.8bn.

    With its products and solutions, Gerresheimer plays an essential role in people's health and well-being.

    About Gerresheimer Gerresheimer is the global partner for pharmaceutics, biotech, healthcare, and cosmetics with a very broad product range for pharmaceutical and cosmetic packaging solutions and drug delivery systems.

    The company is an innovative solution provider from concept to delivery of the end product.

    Gerresheimer achieves its ambitious goals through a high level of innovative strength, industrial competence and concentration on quality and customer focus.

    In developing innovative and sustainable solutions, Gerresheimer relies on a comprehensive international network with numerous innovation and production centers in Europe, America and Asia.

    Gerresheimer produces close to its customers worldwide with around 11,000 employees and generated annual revenues in 2022 of EUR 1.8bn.

    With its products and solutions, Gerresheimer plays an essential role in people's health and well-being.
    Equal Rights We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

    All applicants are considered without any regard to color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status or membership, or any other legally protected status.

    Preference is given to hiring people with disabilities.

    Equal Rights We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

    All applicants are considered without any regard to color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status or membership, or any other legally protected status.

    Preference is given to hiring people with disabilities.

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