Job Information
Elkay Buyer/Planner in Burlington, Ontario
Buyer/Planner
The Company
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We’re a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow.
Named by Newsweek as One of America’s Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience. Our commitment to our people and their professional development is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today’s leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions.
Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation employs over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.S., China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe. We hope you’ll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at zurnelkay.com.
If you’re ready to join a company where what you do makes a difference and you have pride in the work you are doing, talk to us about joining the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation family!
Business Unit:
Hadrian is a worldwide supplier of quality toilet partition and locker products. Hadrian was the first manufacturer to powder coat toilet partitions and has continued to embrace new technologies and materials to offer architects, designers, and end-users more flexibility in design. Hadrian’s wide range of toilet partition products includes powder coated metal, stainless steel, embossed stainless steel, solid plastic, and phenolic. Lockers are available in Emperor (corridor) and Gladiator (athletic).
Position Summary
Hadrian seeks an experienced Buyer Planner who is looking for a challenge, and who wants to make an impact in a fast-paced, performance driven environment. The position's scope and primary responsibility is to execute purchase orders and projects to implement strategic sourcing and cost reduction initiatives, optimize inventory, and support day-to-day production and OTD requirements.
Responsibilities
Executes activities related to the management of purchase orders from the intent to purchase through delivery of product, including reconciliation of Purchase Orders, Receipts, and Invoices.
Expedite and defer goods and services as required. Works directly with suppliers to ensure prompt and accurate delivery of goods. Works with buyer/planners or other stakeholders to expedite material and update the ERP system to reflect accurate delivery dates.
Identify and execute inventory optimization initiatives and ensure appropriate levels and accuracy of inventory planning. This includes review and calculation of forecasts, safety stocks, Kanban quantities, order quantities, etc.
Create and manage RFQ and RFP including scope of work. Review bid proposals, quotes and make recommendations based on results of quoting analysis.
Maintain required records such as quotes and price lists, blanket order files, supplier correspondence, and supplier performance data.
Review and execute engineering notifications and drawing changes. Interact with cross functional teams, supplier quality, materials management, engineering, accounting/finance, and operations.
Responsible for supplier relationship management. Works with suppliers to establish performance goals with respect to continuity of supply, continuous improvement of cost, quality, and delivery. Monitor supplier's performance to agreed upon service level and OTD objectives.
Work with the appropriate commodity manager to utilize strategic sourcing processes to select suppliers based on the best combination of cost, capability, quality, reliability, and delivery. Works with cross-functional teams to execute changes to supply base with minimal disruption to operations.
Proactively seek cost reduction opportunities with supplier base.
Responsible for timely reporting of agreed upon KPI’s, Action Plans, and cost reduction results. Manage assigned Action Plans utilizing lean manufacturing principles.
Visit facilities as a team member to conduct supplier assessments with respect to business practices, quality of operations, opportunities for continuous improvement.
Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner. Gather and analyze information and propose alternative solutions. Key contributor in group problem solving situations.
Leadership Competencies
Decision Quality – Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
Manages Complexity – Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
Drives Results – Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
Manages Conflict – Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise.
Plans & Aligns – Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
Qualifications - Experience and Skill Required
Bachelor’s degree required (prefer degrees in Supply Chain Management, Operations, or Engineering).
3 years minimum of relevant experience in a purchasing or supply chain position preferably within a discrete manufacturing environment
Experience with lean manufacturing tools preferred.
Previous experience required with and working knowledge of using/reading engineering drawings and specifications.
Must have worked with JD Edwards, SAP, or other ERP system.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including advanced skills with Excel and Microsoft Project.
Willingness and ability to travel 5-10% of the time.
Previous experience with assigned commodities is a plus and setting up contracts with suppliers.
Ability to manage conflict, solicit feedback to improve service, respond to requests for assistance, and meet commitments.
Extremely strong aptitude for analytics pertaining to purchasing, supply chain, and overall business activity.
Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills are necessary.
Strong Microsoft Excel experience with charts, graphing, macros, pivot tables, and v-lookups.
Candidate will need to possess strong organizational, analytical, and motivational skills along with an ability to thrive in a fast-paced, metrics-driven, performance-based environment with stretch goals.
Total Rewards and Benefits
Competitive Salary
Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
Competitive vacation policy
12 Paid Holidays
Annual Bonus Eligibility
Educational Reimbursement
DCPP with eligible matching
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Zurn Elkay is an equal opportunity employer who provides an inclusive and diverse work environment. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants upon request at any stage of the recruitment process.
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation
What happens when two remarkable sustainability leaders come together as one?
A sustainability powerhouse is born, making a splash in the markets they serve and saving the planet one innovative installation at a time.
In early 2022, Zurn Water Solutions Corporation, a market leader in smart, sustainable water solutions, and Elkay Manufacturing, a commercial drinking water solutions leader, agreed to combine their two exceptional firms to become a single water solutions powerhouse.
Together, the combined company offers a comprehensive package of innovative, sustainable, specified, engineered water solutions and sustainable plumbing products that provide water safety, water quality, and water conservation through critical service environments, while delivering total building solutions for new construction and retrofit applications around the globe. Our innovative solutions enable customers to advance their ESG initiatives and reduce operating costs while providing students, patients, patrons, and people within public and private spaces a safe, clean environment and access to fresh, pure, potable water – the essence of life itself.
What makes Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation special is our people and our culture.
While playing a leading role in sustainability and water access are remarkable, what makes Zurn Elkay’s story so compelling is the alignment of the two well-respected companies with powerful legacies and a combined 224-year company history and shared values and cultures where people matter most.
Sustainably inspired, the company has a deep commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, water, and environmental stewardship, and giving back to the communities where we live, work and play. Our powerful legacy of caring and commitment is made possible by the exceptional people that embody Zurn Elkay’s values.
We are looking for innovative, energetic people who want to help solve tomorrow’s challenges today. Our Total Associate Engagement core value means we work hard to ensure our associates have opportunities to grow and an inclusive culture in which to thrive. From formal training to on-the-job development and exposure to new businesses, when you join Zurn Elkay, you will join a collaborative organization that will give you opportunities to thrive and grow.