Job Characteristics:Interviews, selects, and negotiates with vendors. Works closely on a daily basis with suppliers and internal associates including planners, and plant procurement associates to help ensure high service and quality levels that align to the negotiated terms of the supplier contract. Coordinates with purchasing, production, warehouse and engineering personnel to ensure proper scheduling and movement of materials. Maintains accurate records of inventories to ensure that sufficient levels of raw materials are maintained (Directs/Equipment).

Education/Work Experience:Degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry, or related business degree plus broad experience in purchasing and supervision. Five or more years of work experience.

Independence Level/Reports to:Has authority to issue purchase agreements, blanket orders, and purchase orders within corporate purchasing policy to achieve desired results. Has primary authority for sourcing items with qualified vendors. Selects, trains, motivates, promotes, and disciplines staff based on company policy. Normally reports to Sr. Procurement Manager or Operations Vice President.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Ecolab is committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and furthering the principles of Equal Opportunity to Employment. Our goal is to fully utilize minority, female, and disabled individuals at all levels of the workforce. We will recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, Ecolab will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, or disability.