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Job Description:

M&C Specialties, a business within the Pressure Sensitive Adhesives & Components division of Illinois Tool Works (ITW), is a leading global converter with advanced engineering and manufacturing capabilities in Southampton, PA. We offer differentiated solutions and enhance our customers’ competitive advantage through our:

• 80+ years of market expertise

• Track record of continually improving processes, materials and designs.

• Global footprint to leverage and service customers worldwide

• Customer centric approach focused on ensuring satisfaction

• Best practices shared amongst units around the world

• Commitment to providing unparalleled value. 

• Organization’s strength (Fortune 300 company)

SUMMARY: This position is responsible for managing and enhancing purchasing activities and processes, sourcing and distributing raw materials, developing purchasing strategies, building and maintaining positive relationships with suppliers, and driving continuous improvement across the supply chain.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Managing all purchasing activities for the business

• Developing and implementing strategic procurement plans for specific commodities and services.

• Identifying, quantifying, and driving sustainable cost savings across all spend categories.

• Interpreting trends, assessing risks, and recommending actions that align with operational and financial objectives.

• Supporting negotiations with suppliers by developing recommendations related to pricing, cost structures, terms and conditions, and technical requirements.

• Managing and administering contractual agreements to ensure compliance with company policy.

• Maintaining procurement records such as items or services purchased, costs, delivery, product quality or performance, and inventories.

• Creating and maintaining professional working relationships with our suppliers to gain market share.

• Managing day-to-day supplier performance issues, including quality concerns, delivery performance, and supplier-requested schedule changes.

• Supporting various stakeholders with business needs and purchases and assist in identifying appropriate suppliers and sourcing approaches.

• Developing, analyzing, and executing inventory plans, key performance metrics, and periodic status reports.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years’ purchasing experience in manufacturing environment.

Competencies

• Ability to effectively collaborate with all stakeholders

• Experience in purchasing manufacturing inventory

• Experience in supply chain management, ideally in converting industry

• Strong data analysis, forecasting, and negotiating skills

• Proficient with MS Office and multiple systems and applications

• 3+ years’ experience with an ERP system

• Demonstrated experience in inventory management principles

• Open to travel if necessary

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.