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Job Summary
- Applications are considered on a rolling basis
- Katy
- On-site
Job Description
Igloo Products Corp. is an iconic fast-growing American brand known for its exceptional and durable coolers designed to meet everyday needs. For more than 75 years Igloo has been a leader in the housewares industry and has evolved into a high-growth lifestyle brand inspiring outdoor experiences centered around fun family and friends.
Founded in 1947 as a metalworking shop that brought fresh cold water to Texas workers in the field and later inventing the Playmate Igloo has grown into Americas most recognizable brand of ice chests. The Igloo story spans more than 75 years of delivering coolness to the world. Today Igloo has over 90% brand awareness is #1 in market share in the U.S. and is a pioneer in sustainability within its category through the launch of biodegradable coolers and products made with post-consumer recycled resin and other sustainable materials. Igloo also has a growing direct-to-consumer (DTC) business allowing us to build direct relationships with our 2021 Igloo was acquired by Dometic Brands creating the opportunity to globally grow both brands together.
Built on a legacy of quality and innovation we are seeking a Buyer/Planner to join our team and support our continued growth.
This role you will be involved in the planning and purchasing of key components and finished goods to support our supply chain and help keep our customers a little cooler.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Reviews & executes to MRP action messages to ensure no stock outs for manufacturing items and direct buy items.
- Manage on-going supplier performance including plan & flow of items to Igloo/customer.
- Participate in sourcing cost reduction and inventory reduction initiatives.
- MRP systems knowledge (Planning Purchasing Etc.) to maintain accurate MRP data for assigned items.
- Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships and manage on going supplier performance & supplier improvement program.
- Negotiate contracts/purchase orders with suppliers to ensure lowest total cost of ownership.
- Manage projects and contribute to new product development.
- Implement planning logistics and inventory stocking strategies to improve instock performance while minimizing inventory and freight costs.
- Expedites and tracks shipments as required.
- Manage vendor quality issues and negotiates chargebacks rework costs or shipment discounts as needed.
- Create and maintain productive and supportive relationships internal clients and associates.
- Other duties as assigned.
What do we offer
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- Short term & Long-term disability
- Accidental death insurance
- Supplemental life insurance
- Company paid holidays
- Flexible Spending Accounts
Minimum Requirements and Qualifications
A suitable background would be a solid experience within the following qualifications and experiences:
- Education: Bachelors degree in related field or equivalent experience
- English Language skills: Able to read write speak and comprehend English.
- Physical Demands: General Office environment.
To be successful in this role we believe that you possess the following skills competencies & characteristics:
- Knowledge of Advanced Supply Chain Planning
- Strong contract and supplier negotiation skills.
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
- Interpersonal skills.
- Strong communication skills written and verbal.
- Leadership skills.
- Good judgement.
- Planning & organization skills.
And of course our Core Values
To thrive and succeed in this role you understand the importance of our core values Together We build our future We play to win We embrace change and We walk the talk; these values reflect the heart and soul of Dometic and they define what it takes to work here and how we do things.
Are you our next star Then we would love to see your application.
Dometic is passionate about building together an inclusive and equitable working environment that respects individual strengths views and experiences. We believe that diversity enables us to thrive across our differences. Be yourself and join us!
Igloo offers equal opportunities for everyone. Equal opportunities mean that all employees shall be treated according to their abilities and qualifications in every employment decision including but not limited to hiring advancement compensation benefits training lay-offs and termination. Any form of discrimination or harassment against employees due to personal factors such as gender ethnicity skin color age sexual orientation religion nationality disability and pregnancy or employees with family responsibilities is prohibited.
All applicants must be at least 18 years old and legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis.
Igloo supports and respects the protection of internationally proclaimed human rights. We do not tolerate child labor or any form of modern slavery including forced bonded or compulsory labor physical or psychological punishment or human trafficking.
Key Skills
- GIS
- JAWS
- Military Experience
- Business Management
- Emergency Management
- Joint Operations
- Production Planning
- Relationship Management
- Strategic Planning
- ERP Systems
- Exercise Planning
- MRP
About Company
About the company Dometic is a global outdoor tech company on a mission to make mobile living easy. Leveraging our core expertise in cooling, heating, power & electronics, mobility, and space optimization, we empower more people to connect with nature and elevate their sense of freedo ... View more
