At IRIS USA Inc., we have always aimed to enhance how people organize their lives, making us a leader in the organization industry. Our breakthrough came in 1994 when we introduced clear plastic storage solutions, by growing domestic home storage manufacturing through robotic automation into Arizona, Texas, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin. Since then, we have expanded our range to include small appliances, pet products, home goods, and RTA furniture, catering to a wide array of customer needs. Celebrating sixty years as a global brand, we pride ourselves on innovation, quality, and exceptional customer service. Our success stems not just from our products, but from our commitment to building lasting relationships with our customers, offering solutions that simplify and organize life in homes, offices, and beyond.

SUMMARY: Purchase machinery, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, or services necessary for production and distribution. Negotiate prices and get multiple quotes for comparison. Purchase raw or semi-finished materials for manufacturing. Maintain purchasing agreements with suppliers. Responsible for performing a variety of clerical duties which includes computer work, scheduling on time deliveries and managing purchase variances.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:

• Procurement of parts and materials for production and maintaining stock inventory. Monitors inventory levels and coordinates with departments to ensure that operations are smooth and uninterrupted
• Locate, compare, and negotiate parts and prices with vendors
• Ensures that supplies, equipment, and services purchased are of acceptable quality and at the least possible cost
• Maintain and update purchasing agreements with suppliers
• Report inventory levels to suppliers to ensure accuracy
• Complete related purchasing orders and reports and maintains files
• Assist in developing, implementing, and reviewing purchasing policies, procedures, and systems
• Prepare reports of purchasing activities and market research to enhance communication within IRIS organization as well as within IRIS group
• Effectively communicate with a variety of internal and external stakeholders using multiple tools to ensure effective visual communication
• Perform similar level or nature of duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience:

• Associate’s degree in a related field or an equivalent years of related experience; and,
• Six (6) months experience in procurement, purchasing, or inventory management

Knowledge of:

• Procurement standards and industry best practices
• Negotiating principles
• Customer service principles

Skill in:

• Using computer hardware, including keyboard, mouse, monitor, and related hardware
• Microsoft Access, Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook
• Perform basic math, using Microsoft Excel to find sum, percentage, average, and median

Ability to:

• Continuously challenge oneself to improve better operating practices
• Act with urgency
• Exhibit attention to detail
• Exercise excellent customer service
• Prepare reports using a variety of methods from multiple sources of data
• Review data and ensure accuracy and timeliness and relevancy
• Multi-task under strict deadlines while having multiple priorities at one time
• Exhibit positive attitude and openness to learning
• Effectively communicate and work in a cross-cultural environment
• Demonstrate high-level of organization and planning
• Exercise independent motivation
• Follow verbal and written English instructions
• Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and written
• Exhibit courteous and respectful demeanor towards all company personnel in words and action
• Exhibit a cooperative, solution-oriented approach to problem-solving
• Work independently with minimal supervision

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative 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.

Light work: Activities will involve frequent sitting, using a computer, analyzing large amounts of data, communicating verbally and in writing. Exerting 20-50 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly. Operate a variety of standard office equipment including a computer, telephone, calculator, copy, and fax machine requiring continuous and repetitive arm, and hand and eye movement. Move and operate presentation equipment. Travel to and from meetings and various locations inside and outside the building.

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.

The work environment is frequently within an office setting with low to moderate noise, LED lighting, and temperature control while working alongside large groups of employees in cubicle spaces. Incumbents will attend various business meetings and events inside and outside of the buildings and may be required to travel overnight or out-of-town for work. Occasional exposure to the manufacturing and distribution plant consisting of moving mechanical parts or heavy machinery, vibrations, fumes, unpleasant odors, dust, poor ventilation, chemicals, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, and moderate to loud noise while in the plant or traveling for work. Work during evenings and weekends as needed.