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Why Valmont
 

We’re Here to Move the World Forward.

Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better.

Join a Fortune 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today. We are the modern workforce. Are you ready to move the world forward? Apply now.

Under the immediate direction of the Purchasing Manager this position is responsible for acquiring raw materials, supplies and services necessary for our locations to produce products to meet customer orders and/or general business/administration needs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for acquiring materials from suppliers at the lowest cost consistent with considerations of quality, reliability of source and urgency of demand.
• Ensure the effective purchase of various materials by applying the Purchasing policies and procedures.
• Prepare and transmit requests for quotes, prints and purchase orders.
• Enter purchase orders into AS400, check for accuracy and distribute copies.
• Maintains necessary records of purchases, pricing, suppliers, and files for efficient operations.
• Assist in training suppliers to be established within our system once approved.
• Participates in efforts to improve supplier performance.
• Works the daily past due report to monitor on time delivery.
• Actively follow up and expedite orders as needed to meet production needs.
• Coordinates purchasing activities with other departments to help maintain inventory.
• Reviews opportunities for new supply sources and suitability of materials offered.
• Post non-inventory items receiving report and work past dues on supply PO’s.
• Work with Receiving, Accounting and Quality Departments to resolve issues.
• Type snap-outs for returns/parts out for repair, RFQ’s, update Supplier contact information.
• Develop and maintain current knowledge and skills on industry related and professional level.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

All of the above essential functions require the ability to communicate effectively, be detail oriented, be quick to grasp new concepts, read and follow procedures, instructions, interpersonal skills etc., and to use varying degrees of independence, judgment and discretion with decisions based on established policy and procedures.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:

Associate’s Degree required with at least 3 years purchasing experience. Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel required.
 

Benefits

Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family’s overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)

• 401k retirement plan with company match

• Paid time off

• Employer paid life insurance

• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave

• Work Life Support

• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year

• Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more

Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email EEOCompliance@Valmont.com.