Purchasing Associate

Krones designs, develops, manufactures, and installs both machines and complete packaging lines.  We have become one of the leading system suppliers for breweries and beverage producers as well as for the food, chemical and cosmetics industries.  Our 16,000 employees worldwide strive for innovation and detail and ensure that each customer receives the best quality in product and service.

We are currently looking for candidates who want to make a difference and who wish to be part of our dynamic organization in the US. Krones Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

JOB PURPOSE or JOB SUMMARY:

The role of the Purchasing Associate will manage the day - to - day operational activities for the OEM purchasing department, the position will be responsible for verbal and written correspondence with OEM suppliers. Following up with past due orders and or expediting new and old purchase orders, when requested, other key responsibilities include participating in cross-functional team activities.

This position has a major role in keeping the Krones Group on track with On-Time and Throughput reporting.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Assist in all areas needed for Krones Group Buyer: Order Confirmations, Invoicing, expediting, reports, closing out orders, order errors, special projects. This position has a major role in keeping the Krones Group on track with On-Time and Throughput reporting. Important to have Microsoft experience as well as great listening and organizational skills.
• Local Purchase Order Maintenance (Faxing, acknowledgements updating and SAP attachments)
• Expediting - past due report
• Running and generating reports
• Supplier Business Forms (tax exemption cert, etc.)
• Working alongside buyers, learning about procurement
• Ability to interface with company and supplier senior management.
• Excellent presentation, verbal and written communication skills.
• A team player
• Other duties as assigned

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Experience and/or Training: High school diploma or Vocational Training

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Experience and/or Training: Technical associate degree, Purchasing experience a plus. 

SKILLS:

• Technical knowledge
• Solid skills in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI)
• SAP knowledge
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills,
• Ability to multi-task and manage several projects concurrently
• Organizational skills.

PHYSICAL / WORKING DEMANDS:
1) Generally good working conditions in an office atmosphere with occasional time (10 - 40%) spent in plant.
2) Must be able to handle work of a technical, involved nature requiring use of judgment, independent thinking where only general procedures apply.
3) Equipment use includes copy machine, PC, fax, telephone, calculator, and printer.
4) Minimal physical effort is required. Sitting is approximately 50% of time; standing/walking/bending/reaching is 50% of time; lifting/carrying objects is 10% of time (up to 25 pounds); high level of fingering is required; talking and hearing is approximately 75% of time.
5) Maintain a safe working environment and comply with all safety and environmental policies/procedures. Each employee is to place environment, health and safety requirements as the first priority in the performance of their work duties. An employee is responsible for notifying their immediate supervisor of a violation or deficiency in working conditions and for recommending corrective measures, if possible. Additionally, the employee’s immediate supervisor is to be notified of every injury or illness or near miss.

Krones , Inc. offers an outstanding opportunity to be involved with and challenged by leading-edge technologies, further career opportunities to learn and develop skills, a flexible work schedule and a competitive salary and benefits program. Our benefits program includes a generous health/dental/vision package, and 401(k) program in addition to other benefits. Please submit your resume.