Hillenbrand

Operational Buyer / Procurement Coordinator

Hillenbrand

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Sabetha • Kansas • United States

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About the role

  • Deliver operational KPIs, such as claim management, purchase order execution, exception message handling, parts availability, invoice reconciliation, and buyer productivity.
  • Manage relationships with suppliers for tactical, day-to-day procurement activities, ensuring clear escalation channels when necessary.
  • Implement and operationalize category strategies and framework contracts, contributing feedback to global sourcing teams to refine procurement strategies.
  • Achieve year-over-year cost savings and negotiate favorable terms with assigned suppliers and categories.
  • Execute the complete procure-to-pay process, from sourcing to invoicing, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and suppliers to resolve delivery issues, payment discrepancies, and other procurement challenges.
  • Ensure compliance with purchase order policies, standardize procurement procedures, and maintain procurement documentation.
  • Contribute to master data accuracy and assist with MRP settings in alignment with global material management guidelines.
  • Leverage analytics tools, SOPs, and capabilities provided by the Center of Excellence to optimize sourcing activities.

Requirements

  • High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • 2-3 years of related experience in procurement or purchasing.
  • Knowledge of SAP systems is preferred; proficiency in SAP is a plus.
  • Experience with Power BI or similar analytics tools is advantageous.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
  • Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills with excellent communication abilities.
  • Customer-service oriented with solid financial acumen.
  • Capable of working independently, managing multiple priorities, and meeting deadlines.
Benefits
  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Flexible work hours
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
negotiation skillsproblem-solving skillscommunication abilitiescustomer-service orientedfinancial acumenindependent worktime managementrelationship managementcollaborationescalation management