Overview

Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a MRO Buyer? Then we're looking for you! Check out the job description and apply now! Put your skills to meaningful use, gain unique experience, and work with world-class team members with diverse backgrounds and expertise who share the same vision. Join the PENA team today!

Responsibilities

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Shift:

Day Shift

Department:

MRO Procurement

Job Summary:

The MRO Buyer is responsible for the preparation and issuance of purchase requisitions for products and services to ensure manufacturing equipment is always in working condition. Additionally, the Buyer builds productive internal and external working relationships by establishing and managing vendors and analyze performance for strategic purchasing.

Furthermore, the Buyer coordinates purchasing activities with manufacturing, planning, and engineer departments to acquire inventory in a cost effective and timely manner.

Essential Duties:

• Part of a team that manages the purchasing of indirect materials associated with maintenance, repair, and operations, such as pneumatic cylinders, sensors, bearings, filtration, sub-assemblies, supplies, equipment and services at the most favorable cost and at terms consistent with providing superior service to internal customers

• Role will be responsible for the ordering and receipt of materials requested by Production and Engineering teams for manufacturing production

• Responsible for daily communication with the receiving team and confirmation of materials arriving

• Coordinating deliveries of materials with receiving departments

• Work with Manufacturing Management and Production Engineering to establish specifications and procurement needs to ensure successful operations

• Identify and select vendors to procure materials and/or equipment to meet criteria of price, quality, quantity, availability, and delivery dates and place orders

• Perform accurate and timely execution of incoming requests while maintaining high Quality and Customer Service standards

• Assist with import/export procedures as well as interfacing with JPY vendors for equipment purchase and repair

• Provide suggestions to improve supply chain, solve shortage issue and strengthen supplier relationships

• Analyze departmental purchase requisitions for completeness and accuracy

• Contact department or initiator to clarify and complete information

• Determine method needed to process requisition

• Monitor and maintain records regarding pricing and ordering of materials

• Control MOQ (minimum order quantity), freight and handling costs

• Monitor, analyze, and report material variances to standard cost

• Prepare reports analysis and recommendations

• Assist in all the other purchasing department duties as required

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements:

• To ensure the health and safety in the workplace and for the protection of our employees, wearing PPE is a possibility and may include equipment such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, bump cap, and a full hazmat suit that includes a respirator.

The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.

Qualifications

Requirements - Required and/or Preferred

Education:

• Basic/Required: High School Diploma or GED

• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Business, or related field

Essential Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3+ years of equivalent work experience in purchasing

• Proficient skills in MS Office (Word, Power Point, Excel, Outlook)

• Technical knowledge related to engineering, HVAC, equipment, or machine maintenance

• Data analysis experience

• Operate as a collaborative team member and function with minimum supervision

• Thrive in demanding, deadline driven culture

• Ability to multi-task, pay attention to detail and prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Excellent organizational skills as well as strong written and verbal communication skills

• Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings a plus

• Bilingual Japanese a plus

• Resilient, self-motived and able to work well under pressure

• Alignment to Panasonic’s seven (7) core principles (contribution to society, fairness and honesty, cooperation and team spirit, untiring effort for improvement, courtesy and humility, adaptability, gratitude)

• Experience in an industrial manufacturing environment

Physical Demands:

Physical Activities: (Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to)

• Sit: 20%

• Walk: 30%

• Stand: 30%

• Lift: 20%

Required Lifting and Carrying: (Required frequency is: Not required (0%), Occasional (1-33%), Frequent (34-66%, Continuous (67-100%)

• Up to 10 lbs.: Continuous

• Up to 20 lbs.: Continuous

• Up to 35 lbs.: Continuous

• Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.): Continuous

Benefits & Perks - What's In It For You:

Panasonic Energy prioritizes total well-being and offers comprehensive benefits options to support physical, emotional, financial, social, and environmental health:

• Highly inclusive and class-leading healthcare options to include family planning, mental health, and pet insurance

• Employee assistance programs that support total well-being with complimentary session offered each and every month

• Company-matched and fully vested 401K retirement program that starts immediately from date of enrollment

• Annual bonus program, High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition

• Simplified access to self-guided and representative-supported short and long-term financial wellness and retirement planning

• Educational Assistance & Reimbursement Program

• Diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and associated employee resource groups that promote representation and belonging

• Leadership, career, and mentorship development programs opportunities at all levels across the organization

• Several on-site cafes, plentiful snack and beverage kitchens, revolving on-site vendor visits and employee events

• Collaborative and motivating culture routed in continuous personal and professional growth and much more.

• Shuttle rides to and from work!

Where You'll Be:

For our onsite roles, Panasonic Energy is committed to fostering an ideal working environment that goes beyond the conventional. We understand the significance of moments that matter in your onsite experience, and we prioritize creating a workspace that not only promotes productivity but also ensures a fulfilling and positive work atmosphere. Join us at Panasonic Energy, where your onsite presence is valued, and we strive to make each moment count in your professional journey.

Who We Are:

Meet Panasonic Energy! At Panasonic Energy, you'll do work that matters as we are dedicated to transforming the world through the acceleration of sustainable energy. By producing safe, high-quality lithium-ion batteries, you become part of a team that plays a crucial role in creating technologies that move us.

Our journey began in 2017, and now, as the world's largest lithium-ion battery factory, we are expanding operations to De Soto, Kansas, providing you with the opportunity to experience career growth in more ways than one.

As an innovative thinker, you'll thrive here, as we continually push the boundaries of lithium-ion battery technology and production capabilities to enhance efficiency and performance in EVs.

Being part of Panasonic Energy means positively contributing to society, aligning with our commitment to building a better world through sustainable energy solutions.

We care about what you care about, fostering an environment where your contributions make a meaningful impact on the future of energy and transportation. Join us and be part of a team that values your work, encourages innovation, and actively contributes to a positive societal impact.

In addition to an environment that is as innovative as our products, we offer competitive salaries and benefits.

We Take Opportunity Seriously:

At Panasonic Energy, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honesty have been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer.

We understand that your career search may look different than others and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience. If you are actively looking or starting to explore new opportunities, submit your application!

Supplemental Information:

Pre-employment drug testing is required.

Panasonic Energy of North America is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction.

Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Energy of North America.

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