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Purchasing Associate

Location: 

Wisconsin, US

Req ID:  8707
Date:  Sep 26, 2025

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.

 

The Purchasing Associate will manage the day - to - day operational activities for the Purchasing Department. The position will be responsible for correspondence with 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.

 

Your 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
  • Local Purchase Order Maintenance (Faxing, acknowledgements updating and SAP attachments)
  • Expediting - past due report
  • Maintaining and updating work instructions and standard operating procedures
  • Supplier Business Forms (tax exemption cert, etc.)
  • Working alongside buyers, learning about procurement
  • Interface with company and supplier senior management
  • Other duties as assigned

 

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

  • Experience in an MRP environment; SAP
  • Well-rounded and a team player, able to see the big picture
  • Solid skills in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access)
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ambitious, career oriented, energetic, self-motivated and results driven
  • Great listening and organizational skills

 

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

  • 2 year experience in business environment
  • Purchasing experience a plus
  • Ability to multi-task and manage several projects concurrently
  • Proficiency in using computers and are comfortable with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and utilizing the internet

 

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 Krones Benefits program includes a generous health/dental/vision package, and 401(k) program in addition to other benefits. Please submit your resume.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws, view posters linked below: 

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) poster; Know Your Rights Poster; E-Verify Participation Poster English and Spanish

A world leader in the processing and packaging industries, KRONES works with some of the largest beverage, food, and consumer packaging brands in the world. With projects ranging from planning and installing fully integrated processing, packaging, and bottling systems to replacing or upgrading individual machines, your work will make a difference by helping deliver vital products to the world.

As a Krones employee, you’ll experience the positive impact of Krones culture from day one. Whether you work on the production floor, in the office, or out in-the-field, Krones strives to create an inclusive environment where all team members feel supported and valued.

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