Buyer

ITW (NYSE: ITW) is a Fortune 250 global multi-industrial manufacturing leader with revenues totaling $12.6 billion in 2020. The company’s seven industry-leading segments leverage the unique ITW Business Model to drive solid growth with best-in-class margins and returns in markets where highly innovative, customer-focused solutions are required. ITW’s approximately 43,000 dedicated colleagues around the world thrive in the company’s decentralized and entrepreneurial culture. www.itw.com.

Position Summary:

Accountable for the procurement of assigned items and executing buying strategies in accordance with established upon material buying plans at the optimum cost/quality. Evaluates market and current supply chain conditions, along with internal customer demand and proactively develops supply strategies to mitigate or alleviate risks to the business. Works with suppliers to develop and implement Kan Ban or inventory stocking arrangements. Networks with other business units, sales representatives, and vendors. Works with suppliers to maintain or improve performance, cost efficiency, quality, and timeliness.

What You Will Do

You will be in control of purchasing materials, parts, supplies and equipment following established purchasing policies & procedures and optimizing price, delivery and terms.

You will review and approve purchase requisitions.

You will identify potential suppliers and issue requests for quotations.

You will evaluate and select suppliers and issue purchase orders while carefully reviewing status of orders and staying up to date with follow-ups and pursuing expedites as necessary.

This is an intermediate level exempt position that is typically accountable to purchase $4-$10 million per year in raw materials/goods.

What We Are Looking For

Bachelor’s degree and/or a minimum of three years relevant experience.

Self-Starter/Self-Motivated

Proficient in MS Office Tools (Excel, Work, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Good verbal, written & interpersonal communication skills

Project Management (Planning, Time Management and Scheduling Skills)

Organizational Skills (Houskeeping-Layout-Flow-6S)

Excellent time management skills

Outstanding attention to detail

Ability to multi-task simultaneously while working on deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Must have attentive listening skills and be a critical thinker

Ability to be self-managed and self-sufficient while remaining a critical part of the team.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ITW is an equal employment employer F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

ITW is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.