• Jr Buyer

    Arvato Bertelsmann (Pleasant Prairie, WI)


    Arvato Supply Chain Solutions is hiring for a Jr Buyer to join our growing team! In this role, you will assist the Sr Buyer procurement functions related to the purchasing of materials and supplies, while maintaining accurate and detailed records.  Using your strong analytical abilities and problem solving skills, you will also be responsible for sourcing, initiating and negotiating material purchases, spot buys when appropriate, just in time inventory, while keeping excess inventory a minimum.

    Your Tasks

    * Purchase orders placement with select suppliers

    * Create and maintain good relationships with vendors/suppliers

    * Maintain records of purchases, pricing, and other important data

    * Participate in weekly/monthly procurement meetings

    * Inventory management

    * Month end invoice reconciliation

    * Reporting

    * Partner with internal departments on needs and requirements

    * Report issues regarding vendor product quality, dependability, and service issues

    * Continual process improvements and solution base thinker

    Your Profile

    * At least 1 years of experience in procurement or similar role

    * Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

    * Excellent verbal and written communication skills

    * Experience working with Excel, Word, Visio, Power Point, and Outlook

    * SAP experience a must!

    * Able to interact with all levels of employees, management, external and internal customers

    * Organizational and planning skills, including ability to: prioritize work, handle multiple tasks simultaneously, set personal goals and enforce personal deadlines, while maintaining flexibility to reassess and prioritize goals

    We Offer

    * Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Disability Pay.

    * 401(k) with company matching up to 6%.

    * Paid Time Off, including paid holidays.

    * Flexible Spending Accounts.

    * Voluntary benefits such as legal and financial assistance, pet insurance, and more.

    * Employee Assistance Program.

    * Ongoing employee development opportunities including tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and training.

    * Commuter benefits.

    * Employee engagement activities.

     

    EOE Protected Veterans/Disability