Purchasing Specialist

*Grow Your Career with Ashley, the worlds largest furniture manufacturer!* *This role is Onsite at our Arcadia, WI Headquarters.
* Are you a strong negotiator with a keen attention to detail? Does working with a global supply chain that blends and optimizes both domestic and foreign production efforts get you excited? Do you want to take that excitement and knowledge and work for a World-Class organization? Then apply today to our Supply Chain Team at Ashley Furniture – the World’s Largest Furniture Manufacturer! Ashley Furniture has one of the most sophisticated, efficient and dynamic logistics systems in the world that directs every variable that goes into making and moving product.
*Purchasing Specialist* *What Will You Do?* You will be responsible for facilitating communication between Manufacturing Operations, Design, Engineering and Purchasing to collect data to support the selection of primary and secondary suppliers of raw materials, components and/or MRO supplies that offer the best-delivered value to the Ashley Companies.
Perform initial price negotiations with suppliers as needed.
Serve as the company representative to prospective suppliers, communicate company needs and gather information from suppliers regarding their products and services.
Provide recommendations to the Global Commodity Manager on best course of action based on initial price negotiations and supplier selection research.
*What Do You Need?* * Bachelor’s Degree in business administration or related field, Required * 2 years of purchasing experience with a background in sourcing, negotiating, quality assurance APICS and/or ISM certification preferred! * Knowledge of materials management software programs * Excellent interpersonal skills * Strong negotiation skills and attention to detail * Proficient computer skills with the Microsoft Office Suite * Perform well in a fast-paced work environment *Who Are We?* At Ashley, we’re more than a business…we’re family.
As the largest manufacturer of home furnishings in the world, we know what it takes to build incredible furniture and future leaders.
We’re problem solvers with the grit to persevere during challenging times and innovators who won't coast when times are good.
We create solutions, not excuses.
And never settle for status quo.
It’s the reason we’re always searching for better ways to delivering an exceptional customer experience.
That's why Ashley Furniture is #1 in our industry.
Ready to grow? You’ve come to the right place.
Ashley Furniture has a “Growth Mindset”, and once you join our team, you’ll learn from the best in the business.
Apply today and find your home at Ashley! *Benefits We Offer* * Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program * Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Your Birthday off * Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings * Professional Development Opportunities * Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific) and Medical Tourism * Telehealth * 401(k) and Profit Sharing * Life Insurance *Our Core Values* * Honesty & Integrity * Passion, Drive, Discipline * Continuous Improvement/Operational Excellence * Dirty Fingernail * Growth Focused To learn more about Ashley Furniture, our community engagement programs, environmental stewardship, and our core values, please visit our Corporate Social Responsibility information page: Corporate Social Responsibility _We are an equal opportunity employer and provide a drug-free working environment.
While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted.
Principals Only.
_ Job Type: Full-time Pay: $21.
77 - $26.
21 per hour Expected hours: 40 – 45 per week Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Employee discount * Health insurance * Life insurance * On-site gym * Paid time off * Prescription drug insurance * Professional development assistance * Referral program * Tuition reimbursement * Vision insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Every weekend * Monday to Friday Ability to Relocate: * Eau Claire, WI: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person