Maintenance Purchaser Position Available In Lehigh, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

Primo Brands is a leading branded beverage company in NorthAmerica with a focus on healthy hydration. We are proud to offer anextensive and iconic portfolio of highly recognizable, sustainablysourced, and conveniently packaged branded beverages distributedacross more than 150,000 retail outlets. Job Description We arecurrently seeking a Factory Maintenance Purchaser to report to theFactory Technical Manager in our Allentown West Factory . This is afactory based position with primary responsibilities to includetimely procurement of necessary parts and equipment to support ourmaintenance program across multiple manufacturing sites. Maintainseffective working relationships with technical and production teamsacross both sites while also building relationships with keyexternal vendors. Uses the SAP system to procure MRO materials.

Reviews requisitions and check against work orders and MRP foraccuracy. Creates material masters and works with maintenance staffto set MRP levels. Applies MRP concepts to inventory. Maintains SAPpurchasing data. Communicates regularly with vendors to procurecorrect material in a timely and efficient manner.

Pay Range:

$70,553 – $79,469. This role is eligible for an annual bonus. Keyresponsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Assures adherence to using corporate contracted suppliers.
• Understands and applies proper codification to materials.
• Understands and applies MRP concepts for stocked material.
• Contacts vendors to assure material specification, price, andsourcing information are correct.
• Analyzes material requirementsfor both stocked and direct purchase inventory.
• Communicates withFactory StoreKeepers/Technical Leads to assure appropriateapplication and delivery of MRO purchases.
• Processes Requisitionsto create purchase orders for release.
• Communicates orders tovendors.
• Reviews open purchase orders and follows up with vendorsif necessary.
• Works with accounts payable to resolve invoicingand pricing variances.
• Processes new material requests andmaintains material masters.
• Reviews all requisitions foraccuracy.
• Maintains PIR’s and Source lists for materials.
• Submits new vendor requests.
• Identifies vendor numbers andpossible extensions cross factory.
• Attends and participates innational peer group conference calls.
• Reviews, understands, andapplies all required corporate policies and procedures.

Qualifications Key qualifications include:

• High-School Diploma orGED – Preferred Certification in Industrial Maintenance or ProjectManagement.
• Minimum of 5 Years hands-on in the field experiencein maintenance planning or project management.
• Travel up to 25%
• Ability to read and interpret complex technical parts manuals,catalogues, SOP’s.
• Experience across several business functionswith fully developed verbal and written communication skills.
• Maintenance and technical lead experience within highspeedpackaging, ideally beverage, food or other clean manufacturing.
• Proven track record in delivering results through others by workingwith cross-functional teams.
• Awareness of Continuous Improvementmethodologies. (LEAN, DMAIC, 5why, BDA, TPM).
• Advanced hands-onworking knowledge of

AMM / CMMS

systems (SAP Required).

• Must beable to lead and facilitate meetings with large groups both inperson and virtually.
• Advanced use of Microsoft Excel and OfficeSuite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, TEAMS).
• Must be able tocomplete complex data analysis and communicate in Lehman’s terms.
• Self-motivated and able to manage time independently.

Salary RangeDisclaimer:

The salary range provided for this position is anapproximation based on market research, internal compensation dataand the candidate’s qualifications and experience. Final salaryoffers are determined through a comprehensive evaluation ofcandidate qualifications and may vary depending on factors such asskills, experience, and geographic location of the position. Othercomponents of the compensation package, including benefits andbonuses, will also be considered. We are committed to fair andequitable compensation practices, and we encourage open dialogueabout compensation during the interview process. Primo Brands’established portfolio includes billion-dollar brands Poland Spring®and Pure Life®, premium brands like Saratoga® and Mountain Valley®,regional leaders such as Arrowhead®, Deer Park®, Ice Mountain®Ozarka®, and Zephyrhills®, purified brands, Primo Water® andSparkletts®, and flavored and enhanced brands like Splash® andACION®. Our extensive direct-to-consumer offerings andindustry-leading line-up of innovative water dispensers createconsumer connectivity through recurring water purchases acrossWater Direct, Water Exchange, and Water Refill. At Primo Brands,our more than 11,000 associates are at the heart of what we do anddeliver on our mission to provide healthy hydration to consumerswherever, however and whenever they want it. We believe infostering a respectful culture, which values our associates who aredeeply invested in quality hydration, our communities, and thesustainability of our packaging and water sources for generationsto come. Primo Brands is proud to be an Equal Opportunity andAffirmative Action employer, seeking to create a welcoming anddiverse environment. We do not discriminate based on race,religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy,childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation,gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status,sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status asan individual with a disability, or other applicable legallyprotected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicantswith criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state,and local law. If you need any assistance or accommodations due toa disability, please contact us at Primo Brands Human Resources