Planner/Buyer

We're Watts. Together, we're reimagining the future of water.

We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

What we do:

For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted bycustomers in residential and commercial settings across the world.We areat theforefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart andconnected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with aquality reputation - and we have a dynamic future ahead.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: Other duties may be assigned.

• Procures and plans all materials, products and services utilized throughout the company.
• Creates spreadsheets to track/identify cost analysis, supplier on time, quality issues, continuous improvement, etc.
• Develops processes which improve productivity and streamline activities of materials while increasing the efficiency of the team.
• Maintains open communication and a strong functional relationship with all suppliers through verbal and written communications.
• Assists all areas of production with the day-to-day needs related to part shortages or concerns needed to satisfy customers on time shipments
• Maintains knowledge of AERCO's processes, techniques, business strategy, new products, tools, equipment, etc.
• Monitors and updates all purchase orders to ensure that all pricing, delivery dates, QTY's, etc. are correct and current.
• Works with Accounting and Receiving regarding all pricing, delivery and receipts issues.Follow through on root cause action items and creates a detailed spreadsheet to track and record all actions/issues.
• Works with Materials team to setup and maintain the Kanban system for Material releasing to suppliers and material flow to point of use.
• Additional responsibilities and objectives will be added as needed based on business and area needs.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

*None

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and or abilities required.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

• Time management: the ability to organize and manage multiple priorities
• Negotiation skills
• Strong customer service skills and orientation
• Excellent interpersonal, written and communication skills
• Strong team player
• Computer proficiency
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing
• Ability to communicate in English
• Detail oriented, organized, analytical and self-motivated
• Ability to Travel: 10%

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 1+ year experience in Purchasing, Supply Chain or Materials Management within a lean manufacturing environment
• CPM or APICS membership preferred

The expected salary range for this position is $60K- $66K yearly. Actual compensation will be dependent upon individual skills, experience, qualifications, and applicable laws.

*CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• CPM or APICS preferred, but not required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are represented of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing duties of the job, employee is required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.
• Employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

*WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Office and shop floor working environment.
• Noise level is minimal with intervals of spikes.
• Required to wear safety glasses and utilize other safety equipment as required while present on the shop floor.

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.

Watts in it for you:

Please note that the following benefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.

• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
• Learn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/

How we work:

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.

And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.