Buyer

Hentzen is a unique company in today's world. Since our inception in 1923, we have remained an independent, privately held company committed to being a leader in the development and manufacture of quality coatings through innovation, dedication and service to our customers and employees. This continual commitment has led to Hentzen's recognition as a technology leader and trusted partner to our customers in the aerospace, defense, and industrial markets we serve. Through nearly 100 years of innovation experience, we have developed a unique ability to custom engineer advanced coatings designed to meet each of our customers' unique and challenging requirements. This innovation comes to life in our state-of-the-art facilities where our talented employees are challenged to develop coatings to solve these unique problems. If you want to join a technology leader, known for its innovation and dedication to its customers and employees, Hentzen can offer you a rewarding and challenging opportunity to learn and grow.

BUYER

1^st Shift

The Buyer is responsible for the process of buying materials, parts, supplies and equipment in a timely and cost-effective way while maintaining appropriate quality standards and specifications.

DESCRIPTION OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Source, negotiate and coordinate potential and approved suppliers and all related procurement activities with responsibility for results in terms of costs, methods, supplier performance.
• Monitor MRP procurement systems and provide purchasing support for site operations to meet schedules and business objectives.
• Order placement and confirmation of order acceptance.
• Order expediting where needed.
• Resolve supplier issues, disposition returns to vendor and oversee claims to and/or from suppliers and the company.
• Maintain vendor master maintenance process as required within the department.
• Ensure Quality programs exist at all major suppliers
• Address Quality issues with suppliers to ensure quality meets or exceeds quality requirements and corrective action is implemented immediately upon notification of any failure.
• Ensure that SOPs and protocols are maintained and applied and participate in the successful execution of department strategies and policies.
• Report all initiatives to supervisor and provide status updates on a regular basis.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned by your supervisor or manager.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Education level strongly preferred: associate degree or bachelor's degree in business, operations management, supply chain or equivalent.
• Experience: One year or more in the Chemical Manufacturing industry is preferred but not required.
• Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, Outlook), ERP system and other office machinery.
• Exemplify core values, i.e., Integrity, Loyalty, Passion, Commitment, and Respect.
• Ability to receive and provide instructions in a positive manner.
• Ability to be organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Superb written and verbal communication skills.
• Works well in a team environment and contributes to group goals.
• Excellent team building and communications skills.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk and/or hear, stand and/or walk, use hands to finger, handle or touch objects or controls and move from place to place. The employee is regularly required to sit, balance, stoop, and occasionally reach above shoulders. The employee occasionally must use foot/feet to operate machinery, climb or balance and reach above the shoulders. The employee may regularly lift and/or move up to 65 lbs.

Personal Protection Equipment is required during various processes in the production facility. Safety shoes, glasses, respirators, fire retardant uniform and earplugs may be required when performing certain functions.

Please send your resume to:

Hentzen Coatings, Inc.

Attn: Human Resources

6937 W. Mill Road

Milwaukee, WI 53218

or

APPLY ONLINE AT:

Hentzen Career Center

Hentzen Coatings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

www.hentzen.com

All candidates are subject to post-offer testing: including a job-related pre-employment physical, drug screen, and background check.