Materials Buyer Position Available In Bradley, Tennessee

Mueller Water Products is the nation’s leading manufacturer of flow control devices for the water and gas distribution industries and has an immediate opening for a Materials Buyer in our Cleveland, TN, Distribution Center. For over 160 years MWP’s manufacturing commitment has ensured one of the world’s most precious resources, clean drinking water, reaches millions of people daily. Come be a part of something that sustains and enriches the lives of every human being.

Job Description:

Mueller’s manufacturing commitment ensures one of the world’s most precious resources, clean drinking water, reaches millions of people daily. Come be a part of something that sustains and enriches the lives of every human being. As a Materials Buyer, you will act as the liaison between the operation and the supply market performing critical functions managing the supply chain. You will work daily with supply chain, strategic sourcing, and manufacturing to support lean inventory and procurement strategies for purchased material. The professional in this position will be a critical component in building the Mueller capabilities at the Kimball facility. This is a unique opportunity to build the operation through the implementation of systems, processes, and supply relationships.

Primary Responsibilities:

Responsible for purchasing and negotiating materials, equipment, and supplies from suppliers. Evaluates supplier quotes and services to determine most desirable suppliers. Maintain day to day communication with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery, system data integrity, and ordering parameters for individual materials. Ensure on-time deliveries, while maximizing turns, and minimizing carrying costs. Understands and clearly demonstrates fluency in commercial components of supplier agreements. Experience and knowledge managing both domestic and overseas suppliers. Clear understanding of long lead times while forecasting and anticipating production needs and capabilities. Work closely with planners and analysts in developing and reviewing stock replenishment strategy. Operate with a sense of urgency, and distribute time sensitive and accurate data Identify roadblocks in material/information flow; ability to manage exceptions. Completes tasks of materials planner as needed by the

Materials Manager Required Skills:

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Able to communicate at various levels within the organization Ability to effectively work in a team. Knowing role on team, based on project/task with a wide degree of creativity and latitude Demonstrated ability to successfully achieve goals through influence Ability to adapt to system/technology changes as well as use of current systems Strong organizational skills Possess ability to follow and challenge Standard Work processes daily Demonstrated Risk Awareness and Mitigation Skilled in Make vs. Buy analysis. Financial acumen (i.e. understanding lot size, inventory vs. set-up costs, AP) Exposure to LEAN methodology and LEAN manufacturing environment. Exposure to logistics, warehousing systems. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.

Required Education/Experience:

BS/BA degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or technical field – OR – 10-15 years relevant purchasing experience to be considered in lieu Minimum 4 years of Purchasing experience Experience with contract reviews and negotiations Demonstrated Intermediate to Advanced Excel and general Microsoft Suite skills Knowledge and understanding of production processes and MRP systems essential

Preferred:

JDE E1 or similar ERP experience

APICS CPIM

certification

Travel Requirements:

Up to 10%

Travel Requirement Physical Requirements:

Ability to remain in stationary position or standing position for prolonged periods and alternate between Ability to repeat gross or fine manipulation that may include the use of wrists, hands, and/or fingers Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including, but not limited to, safety glasses, steel-toed or metatarsal-guarded shoes, and/or ear plugs, while working in an industrial and/or manufacturing environment. Ability to constantly communicate with others to exchange information in person, via phone, or via use of computer. Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects up to 25 pounds in weight in all directions Ability to occasionally reach overhead or at or below shoulder level Ability to occasionally stoop, crouch, or kneel We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other category protected by law. Mueller Water Products is Where Intelligence Meets Infrastructure® Mueller Water Products, Inc. (www.muellerwaterproducts.com) is a leading manufacturer and marketer of products and services used in the transmission, distribution and measurement of water in North America. Our broad product and service portfolio includes engineered valves, fire hydrants, pipe connection and repair products, metering products, leak detection, and pipe condition assessment. We help municipalities increase operational efficiencies, improve customer service and prioritize capital spending, demonstrating why Mueller Water Products is Where Intelligence Meets Infrastructure®. Mueller Water Products brands include Mueller®, Echologics®, Hydro Gate®, Hydro-Guard®, HYMAX®, Jones®, Krausz®, Mi.

Net®, Milliken®, Pratt®, Pratt Industrial®, Singer®, and U.S. Pipe Valve & Hydrant.