Job Description

Buyer II

The Company

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We\xe2\x80\x99re 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\xe2\x80\x99s 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\xe2\x80\x99s 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\xe2\x80\x99ll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at zurnelkay.com. If you\xe2\x80\x99re 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! Brief Description The Buyer II is responsible for a \xe2\x80\x9ccradle to grave\xe2\x80\x9d handling of materials that they are responsible for. This includes ensuring 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

• Accountable for overall inventory position of \xe2\x80\x98assigned\xe2\x80\x99 items and affiliated company goals (availability) for those items.
• Accountable for determining, in concert with departmental and company goals, dispositioning actions of E&O material.
• 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)
• Assist in negotiations of contracts with strategic suppliers
• Negotiate better pricing from incumbent suppliers
• Provide accurate monthly/quarterly receipts forecast
• Expedite any parts that are needed ASAP,
• Become the designated Point of Contact between the suppliers and factory
• 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
• Input and maintenance of special tasks within the BU systems
• Communicate with and work closely with other departments
• Develop annual objectives in concert with departmental and company goals.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor\'s degree in related field required and 3 years of experience. Additional degrees (MBA or Master\'s in technical field) are beneficial
• Project Management experience with the ability to management multiple projects with little or no supervision

Total Rewards and Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k) Contribution
• Health Savings Account
• Educational Reimbursement
• Matching Gift Program

Equal Opportunity Employer \xe2\x80\x93 Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran