Raw Materials/Packaging Buyer

The Sherwin-Williams Company - Garland, Texas

Welcome to Sherwin-Williams

Sherwin-Williams is the largest coatings company in North America, and the third largest in the world. With $11 billion in sales, 4,000 stores, and 90 manufacturing and technical centers, we proudly serve customers in over 120 countries. Our 45,000 employees across the globe are diverse, innovative and passionate. With a variety of rewarding and challenging opportunities, Sherwin-Williams is a great place to launch and grow a career. Find yours and join us today.

 

Acting on the direction of the Purchasing Manager, this position is accountable for implementing and controlling the procurement of raw materials, containers, cartons and related packaging supplies on time and at the best price.  While achieving the above goals, the Buyer must maintain an uninterrupted flow of production and keep appropriate inventory levels while achieving plant inventory and production efficiency goals.

 

Major Tasks Performed:

• Plan and purchase raw and packaging components for the manufacturing facility.

• Expedite/ de-expedite components based on inventory levels and production schedules.

• Analyze label requirements and take necessary action to ensure labels coordinate with batch shipment.

• Review MRP daily for unusual production to determine inventory levels.

• Interface with Production, Receiving, and Accounts Payable to resolve invoice discrepancies.

• Assist with production scheduling upon request.

• Conduct administrative duties of job as required.

 

Basic Qualifications:
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future
• Must have High school diploma or the equivalent of a high school diploma
• Must have Bachelor’s Degree or at least 4 years experience in lieu of education
• Must have computer experience including Microsoft Office Suite – Excel, Word, and Power Point
• Must have at least 1 year of experience in a Supply Chain function or completion of the GSC trainee program

 

Other Qualifications:

•  Experience in raw material buying is preferred
•  Strong Communication skills both oral and written
•  Excellent interpersonal skills
•  Ability to effectively prioritize and continually manage multiple demands
•  Other computer experience such as QAD, Oracle, SAP would be a plus
•  More than 1 year of experience in Supply Chain is preferred
•  Prefer candidates that are willing to relocate for future job opportunities

 

 

 

 

Who we are   

At Sherwin-Williams, we're proud of the company we keep — our family of loyal employees. To learn about our company and our culture go to Sherwin.com/careers. 

 

 

Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race. color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information or any other consideration prohibited by law or contract.

 

VEVRAA Federal Contractor requesting appropriate employment service delivery systems, such as state workforce agencies and local employment delivery systems, to provide priority referrals of protected veterans.

 

Garland Manufacturing Facility is a collectively bargained site. 

 

The successful candidate must pass a background check, physical and drug screen.

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Posted: 30+ days ago

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