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    Lead Buyer - Indianapolis, United States - Aurorium LLC

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    Company Overview

    Aurorium is the materials innovation partner that helps global manufacturers harness the power of possibility to make the world a better place. Their specialty ingredients and high-performance materials enhance quality of life, support health and wellness, and enable customers to deliver value-added solutions. Key industries served include household products, coatings & adhesives, energy & electronics, healthcare, food & beverages, agriculture, transportation, and paper & packaging. A Responsible Care company, Aurorium follows the highest regulatory standards across all manufacturing facilities. The company's global integrated supply chain offers the customer product consistency, easy access, supply security and reasonable turnaround on delivery. Aurorium is committed to operating at the highest levels of manufacturing consistency, quality control and safety.

    Job Summary:

    Aurorium is currently seeking a Lead Buyer to be located at one of our manufacturing facilities in the US. The roles will help deliver the goals and objectives of the Global Strategic Sourcing organization. The role supports global sourcing project execution of all aspects of the procurement process relating to tolling, packaging, and direct materials. The ideal candidates will be self-starters focused on delivering results who can work independently, identify, and provide continuous improvement opportunities, and thrive in a team environment.

    Responsibilities:

    Role Specific Responsibilities:

    Commodities and projects:

    • Lead sourcing effort of assigned commodities and tolling projects
    • Manage contract negotiation and pricing updates of assigned products
    • Negotiate based on the best value, service, and quality as per requirements
    • Select and manage vendor relationship
    • Engage the Quality and Commercial team in the new supplier qualification process
    • Work closely with the supply chain on getting rolling forecasts for production
    • requirements and collaborate on solutions
    • Understand and analyze cost and market drivers that impact assigned products and
    • services
    • Monitor and evaluate Supplier/Toller performance
    • Conduct alternative sourcing to reduce single and sole sourcing

    Data governance and reporting:

    • Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve
    • effectiveness.
    • Monitor commodity market trends and provide monthly updates
    • Coordinate with other functions to review and reconcile quality, pricing, and delivery
    • differences.
    • Update and maintain lead times and minimum/optimal order quantities in SAP
    • Attending, schedule, and participate in various meetings.
    • Assists with special projects as needed.
    • Support New Product Development sourcing efforts

    Compliance:

    • Complies with company Health, Safety and Environmental policies, procedures, and arrangements
    • Reports all Health, Safety and Environmental accidents, incidents and near misses promptly
    • Acts in a safe and responsible manner at all times

    Problem Solving and Innovation:

    • Active participation in continuous improvement activities
    • Participates in problem-solving
    • Takes responsibility and ownership for own learning and development in the spirit of continuous improvement of both self and the business
    • Assists in the training, mentoring, and assessment of other team members
    • Exercises autonomy and judgement subject to overall direction or guidance

    Qualifications/Desired Skills:

    Education and Qualifications:

    • Business or Engineering Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience preferred

    Experience:

    • +5 years' experience demonstrated procurement experience in a chemical manufacturing environment is preferred

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

    • Experience in negotiating agreements/contracts with a solid understanding of legal and commercial terms and conditions
    • Toller management experience is a plus
    • Strong communication and analytical skills
    • Ability to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment and matrix organization
    • Strong working knowledge of SAP, Microsoft Office
    • A change agent with knowledge of process improvement (e.g., Six Sigma, MRP, others)
    • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities
    • Ability to adjust to the fast-moving working environment, handling multiple competing goals and objectives.
    • Embodies the core values of Aurorium:
      • credible: keeps their word and honors their commitments, acts with integrity, and holds themselves accountable to their decisions and actions
      • outcome-oriented: adheres to an unparalleled standard of excellence in everything they do, to deliver results with real impact
      • driven: passionate about delivering authentic, world-class experiences that engage customers and inspire greatness
      • empowered accountability: empowered to achieve common goals and accountable for delivering performances and results that exceed standards

    If you have the energy, drive, and passion for joining the Aurorium team, we would love to hear from you. Apply today

    Aurorium offers competitive total compensation packages, including benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k), disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, paid time off, and paid holidays.

    Aurorium is a global Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of and will not be discriminated against based on gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability status, genetic information, or any other protected category.

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