Job details
Job type full-time number of hires for this role 1
Qualifications
Bachelor`s (preferred)
Full job description
Landsberg orora started in 1947, with the philosophy that everything begins and ends with the customerToday, with locations across north america, europe and asia, landsberg orora is a market leader in designing custom packaging solutions and supplying a broad range of commodity packaging and stock packaging for our global customersAt landsberg orora, we take pride in powering innovations in packaging while ensuring sustainability is fundamental to everything we doWe believe our packaging touches lives and together, we, together as a team, deliver on the promise of what’s insideFrom custom packaging design and packaging materials, to prototype development and manufacturing, packaging automation and equipment, kitting and fulfillment, global sourcing, and full service warehousing and logistics, our packaging consultants develop cutting-edge, innovative solutions that take a product from concept to consumerIt is with this passion and commitment to innovation, we believe in hiring and developing the very best talent by living our core values of teamwork, passion, respect, and integrity every dayThese core values define who we are and how we operateThey shape the way we work with each other, with our customers, and with our communitiesEvery day, we deliver packaging solutions that exceed our customers’ expectations while solving complex problems as a teamWe believe that all team members (irrespective of their role or level), should aspire to distinctive leadership behavior, as we continue to deliver on the promise for our customers, shareholders and each otherLeadership is not tied to a job title, i.eYou don’t need to be accountable for a team to be considered a leader.
The role: buyer, sr.
The srBuyer position sets purchasing policy for local buyers and negotiates substantial dollar volume contractsHe/she is responsible for placing orders and negotiating favorable terms of materials, equipment, and supplies (commodities-custom packaging-corrugating) from vendorsHe/she evaluates vendor quotes and services to determine most desirable suppliersHas solid knowledge of a variety of concepts, practices, and procedures within the purchasing/distribution fieldThe srBuyer relies on independent judgment and discretion and deals with matters of significant importance that impacts the company’s revenue.
Reports to: manager ops services
Location: landsberg orora san diego
Travel expectations:
Fsla: exempt
What you`ll be responsible for in this role:
Prepares purchase orders and places orders for the purchase of goods and services.
Interviews vendors and evaluates their products and capabilities as supplier.
Researches product lines, prices, product sources, and other relevant purchasing information.
Evaluates research findings and makes independent decisions on procurement matters.
Serves as a liaison between vendors and sales representatives.
Obtains price quotes form vendors and compares quotes with the specifications and availability of items.
Organizes updates and retains product information files and purchase orders records.
Reviews contracts for change prior to bid or renewal.
Approves price increase provided for in contracts and makes changes as necessary and appropriate.
Interprets and evaluates contract provisions.
Reviews orders for completeness, accuracy and compliance with existing policies and procedures.
Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, increase turnaround times, streamline work processes and work cooperatively and jointly, to provide quality seamless customer service.
Performs other duties and/or responsibilities as requested
What we`re looking for:
Education and experience:
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High school may have a bachelors degree
8+ years of experience in purchasing
Experience in distribution environment a plus
Knowledge, skills & abilities:
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The ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
The ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
The ability to speak effectively to co-workers as well as personnel for sub-contractors and customers.
The ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
Good computer skills.
Reasonable accommodations
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functionsIf you are interested in applying for employment with orora and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, or if you believe you do not meet any of the required qualifications of a posted position due to a protected disability and would like to explore the possibility of an accommodation, please contact our talent acquisition team.
What we offer
Our rich benefits packages are designed to support the health and well-being of both our eligible co-workers and their familiesHere`s a sample of the benefits we offer:
Medical
Dental
Vision
Generous pto
401(k) with a company match
Flexible spending accounts
Employee assistance
Group life and ad&d
Voluntary life and ad&d
Group short-term disability
Group long-term disability
Equal employment opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culturally diverse organizationWe strive for inclusiveness and a workplace where mutual respect is paramountWe encourage applications from a diverse pool of candidates, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or veteran statusWe will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, as need, to assist them in performing essential job functions.
Recruitment agencies
Orora does not accept unsolicited agency resumesOrora is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
Solicitation of payments
Orora does not solicit payment from our applicants and candidates for consideration or placement.
Job type: full-time
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to friday
Education:
Bachelor`s (preferred)
Work location:
One location
Work remotely:
Yes
Work location: one location
