Procurement /purchasing Specialist (manufacturing Plant)

O-I Glass

Zanesville, OH, United States
Base: $75,000 - $85,000; bonus: possible 12% quart...
On-site
Bachelor's degree in supply chain or engineering
3-5 years procurement experience in manufacturing
Experience with sap and ms excel
O-I Glass is seeking a Procurement/Purchasing Specialist for their manufacturing plant in Zanesville, OH, to oversee sourcing and procurement activities while minimizing costs and ensuring compliance with company policies. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in procurement, project management, and financial analysis, with experience in a manufacturing environment

Job Summary

  • The Procurement / Purchasing Specialist is accountable for minimizing the Total Cost of Ownership of plant purchases to directly impact plant competitiveness.
  • O-I offers above-average compensation, excellent benefits including medical and retirement plans, and fosters an inclusive atmosphere with opportunities for growth.
  • This role requires developing RFI/RFP/RFQ documents, negotiating with suppliers, and serving as the primary escalation point for project issues.

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O-I Glass is seeking a Procurement/Purchasing Specialist for their manufacturing plant in Zanesville, OH, to oversee sourcing and procurement activities while minimizing costs and ensuring compliance with company policies. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in procurement, project management, and financial analysis, with experience in a manufacturing environment.

Salary

Base: $75,000 - $85,000; Bonus: Possible 12% quarterly incentive bonus; Benefits: Generous package including vacation, medical, dental, vision, and retirement contributions

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or Engineering
  • 3-5 years procurement experience in manufacturing
  • Experience with SAP and MS Excel
  • Ability to negotiate low value spend purchases
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborative union environment experience
  • Multicultural workforce interaction skills
  • Project management for CapEx initiatives
  • Proactive stakeholder alignment abilities

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required (Supply Chain, Engineering, or related)
  • 3-5 years of procurement experience required
  • 1-2 years of independent negotiation experience
  • Proficiency with SAP and MS Excel

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