Purchasing Agent - Resins at Stanley Black & Decker

Chesterfield, Michigan, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Manufacturing, Tools, HardwareIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business/related field or equivalent experience
  • 3-5 years professional Purchasing experience (including Resin experience)
  • Specific commodity experience preferred including steel, stampings, plastic resins and/or injection molding, powdered metal, hardware
  • Proficiency with MS Office with emphasis on Word, Excel and Outlook
  • ERP/MRP experience

Responsibilities

  • Manage overall sourcing activities around general purchasing, supplier relationship management, resourcing activities, development projects and engineering change orders in support of Global Supply Management goals and objectives
  • Maintain close relationships with suppliers within assigned commodities and take proactive approach in interfacing with them to resolve issues
  • Execute all purchasing related activities of product development as assigned within the specified commodities
  • Act as a liaison between suppliers and plants in conjunction with the efforts of the Value Stream Management group
  • Serve as first point of escalation from Outdoor plants for all supplier related shortages
  • Identify gaps within the existing supply base relative to future product development and communicate the need to the Commodity Manager
  • Bring approved suppliers into development projects to support new product development
  • Monitor price changes and take appropriate steps for approvals of changes; implement and manage the change
  • Support cross-functional team initiatives around total cost improvements and supply vulnerability reductions

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

SourcingProcurementSupplier Relationship ManagementPurchasingEngineering Change OrdersSupply Chain ManagementCommodity ManagementNegotiationPrice MonitoringProduct Development

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the work arrangement for this Purchasing Agent role?

The position is hybrid and based in Chesterfield, MI, United States.

What benefits are offered for this position?

Benefits include medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools.

What are the required qualifications for this role?

A Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field (or equivalent experience) and 3-5 years of professional Purchasing experience including Resin experience are required. Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and ERP/MRP experience are also needed.

What is the company culture like at Stanley Black & Decker?

The company values people with a sense of purpose, integrity, relentless pursuit of excellence, and a commitment to making things better For Those Who Make The World™. It features a top-notch team of more than 50,000 diverse and high-performing professionals globally.

What experience makes a strong candidate for this Purchasing Agent position?

Candidates with specific commodity experience in plastic resins, steel, stampings, injection molding, powdered metal, or hardware, along with 3-5 years in purchasing including resins, stand out.

Stanley Black & Decker

About Stanley Black & Decker

New Britain, ConnecticutHeadquarters
1843Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Industrial & Manufacturing, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) Company Match
401(k) Retirement Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Wellness Program
Phone/Internet Stipend

Risks

Emerging Asian tool manufacturers increase competition, impacting market share and pricing.
Stricter environmental regulations may raise production costs for power tools.
Growing tool rental services could reduce individual tool purchases, affecting sales.

Differentiation

Stanley Black & Decker integrates WhisperDrive technology, enhancing product performance and market appeal.
DEWALT's POWERSHIFT system reduces CO2e emissions by up to 60%, leading in eco-friendly tools.
CRAFTSMAN's seven 2024 Pro Tool Innovation Awards highlight its industry-leading innovation.

Upsides

Partnership with WECS Renewables expands reach into the renewable energy sector.
Increased demand for eco-friendly tools boosts DEWALT's market traction in North America.
DEWALT's tool donation initiative supports tradespeople, potentially increasing brand loyalty.

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