Knauf Insulation North America is the world's fastest-growing insulation manufacturer. We are wholly committed to the conservation of the environment while also sustainably developing and manufacturing a comprehensive line of acoustical fiberglass insulation for residential, commercial, industrial, marine, OEM and metal building applications, using post-consumer recycled materials.

We welcome passionate and creative individuals who thrive in an entrepreneurial, collaborative and ever-changing environment. 

We know how important your health, wellbeing, and financial strength is to you. To support you, we provide affordable benefits for you and your family members.

"Supporting all aspects of the individual — self, health, wealth and community” 

Our benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision – starting on day one!
• Onsite free clinic
• Virtual Medical Services
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (earn 100% matching on your first 6% and fully vested day one)
• Paid parental leave
• Company paid life insurance
• Vacation time to enjoy getting away
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Plus, more!

Growth opportunities available! 

Apply online or contact us to hear why our employees appreciate being part of the Knauf family!

Summary of Position:

As a Plant Buyer, you will support a manufacturing plant in a different region. Provide raw materials, equipment, materials, and services for a specific plant by identifying manufacturing needs, selecting qualified suppliers, negotiating, placing purchasing orders, and arranging delivery.

• Purchase & arrange delivery of raw materials, equipment, other materials, and services for Plant
• Manage supplier quality for the plant with the deficient material database
• Manage construction maintenance work order process and spare parts program
• Participate in bid meetings for capital purchases
• Proactively seek ways to reduce costs of materials
• Assist commodity level for research in potential suppliers, materials and equipment availability
• Resolve shipment quality and quantity discrepancies by mediating vendor/manufacturing issues
• Protect Knauf’s assets by seeing that proper contract language exists in all orders and contracts
• Prepare reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and plant trends
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing KPI’s and purchasing initiatives
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies

Education: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field
• APICS certification preferred

Experience:

• Minimum five (5) years of Purchasing experience, preferably in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• SAP ERP system – Skilled in key purchasing, vendor material master, and data reporting functions
• Knowledge of procurement methods and practices
• Knowledge of TQM, Lean Manufacturing, and Supply Chain Optimization
• Knowledge of material specs, drawings, commodities markets, contracts and purchasing agreement preparation
• Computer skills in a MS Windows Environment; proficient in PowerPoint, Word and Excel

It is the policy of Knauf Insulation to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic prohibited by applicable law.