General information

Location

United States  

Reference

2024-12185  

Position description

Job title

Buyer

Contract type

Full-time

About us

Kronospan is the world's leading producer of wood panel products including MDF, OSB, Particleboard, and Laminate Flooring. We are state of the art, automated, and visionary. We are sustainable and eco-friendly. We are Worldwide AND we are American Made. We are Kronospan.

Main duties and responsibilities

The Buyer position purchases materials, supplies, equipment and services. The position is responsible for the competitive purchase of a wide variety of parts, material, equipment, supplies, assemblies, commodities, Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) items and services. The Buyer will be directly responsible for the procurement of materials to support manufacturing and overall business objectives. This position will also support the objectives of the Procurement Team, collaborate closely with Maintenance, Production and Planning, and support the company's overall growth plan. The Buyer will represent the company with a high degree of professionalism when dealing with suppliers, internal and external customers and associates. The Buyer position must follow all Kronospan Purchasing Policies and Procedures.

Requirements

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work without direct supervision
• Strong customer service skills and sense of urgency
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products,
• Ability to use Phoenix, K-Soft,
• High School degree or equivalent
• BS degree in a business field preferred
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What we offer

As a company dedicated to its associates, we offer numerous benefits and advantages:
- Growth opportunities, domestic and international, with the world's leading producer of wood panel products
- Work in a diverse, inclusive environment with colleagues from around the world
- A highly competitive benefits program including affordable medical, dental and vision plans
- Company paid life and short & long term disability plans
- Supplemental life, critical illness and accident plans for you and your family
- 401 (k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off including a generous paid vacation plan and holidays after 90 days
- “Life of Career” training opportunities through our global or local KronoAcademy
- Uniform & reimbursement for safety boots & prescription safety glasses and company provided tools

WHAT TO SEND OUR WAY
- A cover letter along with your Resume, highlighting your education, experience and skills.