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Work directly with Strategic Sourcing to establish strategic suppliers for all major commodities, both LCR and domestic, who can deliver near-optimal QDC and allow us to meet working capital goals (may mean intermediate source to smooth out the inventory peaks and valleys). They will also ensure that materials are available to meet internal and external customer requirements while working within the constraints of the business, and while constantly driving to improve the supply chain working capital metrics and corporate profitability.

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions CorporationZurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We're a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow.Named by Newsweek as One of America's Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience. Our commitment to our people and their professional development is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today's leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions.Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation employs over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.S., China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe.We hope you'll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at zurnelkay.com.If you're ready to join a company where what you do makes a difference and you have pride in the work you are doing, talk to us about joining the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation family!If you are a current employee, please navigate here to apply internally.Job Title: New Product Development Purchasing CoordinatorThe New Product Development Purchasing Coordinator is responsible for a "cradle to grave" handling of materials that they are responsible for with a focus on new products. This includes acting as the integral resource from procurement for all new product development initiatives. This individual will work closely with all functional groups to leverage Zurn's supply base to drive the successful development of new products from inception through initial production and integration into the supply chain. They will also ensure that materials are available to meet internal and external customer requirements while working within the constraints of the business, and while constantly driving to improve the supply chain working capital metrics and corporate profitability.Key Accountabilities<ul><li>Responsible for coordinating supplier selection to support new product development initiatives.</li><li>Facilitate the communications and relationship between the suppliers and key NPD functions to assure the speed and success of the procurement deliverables supporting new product launches.</li><li>Ensure operational metrics are being maintained and not adversely effected by NPD activity.</li><li>Work cross functionally with Engineering, NPD and Purchasing for new product launches, obsolete inventory and BOM changes.</li><li>Monitor and troubleshoot incorrect coverages to ensure correct MRP signals for purchasing.</li><li>Accountable for overall inventory position of 'assigned' items and affiliated company goals (availability) for those items.</li><li>Accountable for determining and executing, in concert with departmental and company goals, dispositioning actions of E&O material.</li><li>Work directly with Strategic Sourcing to establish strategic suppliers for all major commodities, both LCR and domestic, who can deliver near-optimal QDC and allow us to meet working capital goals (may mean intermediate source to smooth out the inventory peaks and valleys).</li><li>Move all logical parts to Kanban (CEK).</li><li>Expedite any parts that are needed ASAP.</li><li>Provide timely and accurate response to demand and forecast related inquiries from all areas of the organization, including day-to-day resolution of critical issues affecting Supply Chain.</li><li>Manage PFEP to visually monitor NPD items.</li><li>Become the designated Point of Contact between the suppliers and factory.</li><li>Develop critical planning tools, key reports, and provide analytical support to Senior Leadership to make decisions, develop and execute key initiatives, and project short term and long-term performance.</li><li>Support strategic forecast initiatives designed to improve the quality of the forecast and close the identified gaps.</li><li>Discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services with inspection or quality control personnel, users, vendors, and others to determine sources of trouble and take corrective action.</li><li>Input and maintenance of special tasks within the BU systems.</li><li>Communicate with and work closely with other departments.</li><li>Develop annual objectives in concert with departmental and company goals.</li></ul>Job Requirements<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in related field required and 5 years of experience.</li><li>Additional degrees (MBA or Master's in technical field) are beneficial.</li><li>Project Management experience with the ability to manage multiple projects with little or no supervision.</li><li>Strong communication skills, both oral and written, and the ability to communicate with all levels of a corporation.</li><li>A strategic focus on what is important to the Company and his/her role in accomplishing this task.</li><li>Strong analytical skills.</li><li>Strong computer skills with strong working knowledge of MS Office applications.</li><li>High degree of creativity, flexibility, and resourcefulness in the pursuit of cost improvements.</li></ul>Total Rewards and Benefits<ul><li>Competitive Salary</li><li>Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance</li><li>Matching 401(k) Contribution</li><li>Health Savings Account</li><li>Up to 3 weeks starting Vacation (may increase with tenure)</li><li>12 Paid Holidays</li><li>Annual Bonus Eligibility</li><li>Educational Reimbursement</li><li>Matching Gift Program</li><li>Employee Stock Purchase Plan - purchase company stock at a discount!</li></ul>Third Party Agency:Any unsolicited submissions received from recruitment agencies will be considered property of Zurn Elkay, and we will not be liable for any fees or obligations related to those submissions.Equal Opportunity Employer:Zurn Elkay is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corp

Senior NPD Buyer/Planner

Analysis Skills

Bill of Materials (BOM)

Business Administration

Communication Skills

Computer Skills

Corrective Action

Cross-Functional

Customer Experience

Demand Forecasting/Planning

Forecasting

Identify Issues

Kanban

Leadership

Metrics

Microsoft Office

Multitasking

Organizational Skills

Plumbing

Presentation/Verbal Skills

Problem Solving Skills

Process Improvement

Product Development

Product Programs

Product Support

Product/Service Launch

Profit & Loss

Project/Program Management

Purchasing/Procurement

Quality Control

Quality Management

Recipe Development

Sales

Sourcing Strategy

Stock Purchase Plans

Strategic Planning

Supply Chain

Time Management

Vendor/Supplier Planning

Vendor/Supplier Selection

Writing Skills

OTHER

We are seeking a Purchasing Manager to lead our purchasing team and ensure that materials, components, and services are sourced at the right cost, quality, and delivery to support production and customer commitments. This role combines day-to-day purchasing execution with team leadership, continuous improvement, and close collaboration with Operations to keep the plant running efficiently and cost-effectively.

About Us:Established in 1942, Eriez is a global leader in separation technologies. Our dedication to innovation and customer satisfaction has made us a prominent market leader in magnetic separation, flotation, metal detection, and material handling equipment. With over 900 employees worldwide, we serve industries such as mining, food processing, recycling, packaging, and aggregates.About the Role:We are seeking a Purchasing Manager to lead our purchasing team and ensure that materials, components, and services are sourced at the right cost, quality, and delivery to support production and customer commitments. This role combines day-to-day purchasing execution with team leadership, continuous improvement, and close collaboration with Operations to keep the plant running efficiently and cost-effectively.Responsibilities:Team Leadership & Daily Operations:<ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop the purchasing team, including workload planning, performance management, and skills development.</li><li>Oversee daily purchasing activities, ensuring purchase orders are issued accurately and on time to support production schedules.</li><li>Provide guidance on supplier selection, pricing, and terms to ensure consistent decision-making and adherence to policies.​</li><li>Ensure good communication on purchasing issues to Production Control and Manufacturing to facilitate workflow. </li></ul>Procurement Execution:<ul><li>Manage the full purchasing cycle, including RFQs, price analysis, negotiations, and order placement.</li><li>Ensure materials, components, and services are sourced at competitive prices while meeting quality and delivery requirements.</li><li>Resolve purchasing issues such as late deliveries, quality concerns, and invoice discrepancies in coordination with suppliers and internal stakeholders.</li></ul>Supplier Management:<ul><li>Maintain and develop relationships with key suppliers to improve performance, responsiveness, and reliability.</li><li>Monitor supplier performance using metrics such as on-time delivery, quality, and cost; implement corrective actions as needed.</li><li>Support supplier evaluations, audits, and, when appropriate, supplier consolidation efforts.​</li></ul>Cross-Functional Collaboration:<ul><li> Partner closely with Production, Planning, Inventory Control, Quality, and Engineering to align purchasing decisions with demand, inventory targets, and technical requirements.</li><li>Participate in cross-functional teams for new product introductions, value engineering initiatives, and cost-reduction projects.</li><li> Communicate material availability, risks, and mitigation plans to internal stakeholders in a timely manner.</li></ul>Cost Management & Continuous Improvement:<ul><li>Analyze spend, supplier capabilities, and demand patterns to identify consolidation, cost reduction, and value creation opportunities. </li><li>Identify and execute cost-saving opportunities through negotiations, alternative sourcing, volume leverage, and process improvements.</li><li>Track and report purchasing KPIs (cost savings, on-time delivery, order cycle time, inventory impact) to leadership.</li><li>Promote continuous improvement in sourcing processes, analytics, and tools to improve efficiency and transparency.​</li></ul>Compliance & Data Integrity:<ul><li> Ensure adherence to company purchasing policies, ethical standards, and compliance requirements.</li><li> Maintain accurate purchasing data in the ERP system, including pricing, lead times, and supplier information.</li><li> Support internal and external audits related to purchasing and supply chain activities.</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).</li><li> Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in purchasing/procurement in a manufacturing environment.</li><li> At least 3-5 years of experience in a supervisory or team lead role.</li><li> Demonstrated experience in supplier negotiations and cost reduction initiatives.</li><li>Strong understanding of purchasing practices, supplier management, and contract/terms negotiation in a manufacturing environment.</li><li>Proven leadership skills with the ability to coach and develop a team.</li><li>Solid analytical and problem-solving skills; capable of interpreting data to drive decisions.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel) and experience with ERP/MRP systems.</li><li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across functions and levels. </li><li>Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, plant-focused environment</li></ul></li></ul>Benefits<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Medical Insurance</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Vision insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Flexible spending account</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Referral program</li></ul>Eriez is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is clear: there shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, race/ethnicity, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation. We are an inclusive organization and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.

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