Environmental Dynamics International (EDI) specializes in developing and applying advanced technology aeration and biological treatment solutions for municipal and industrial wastewater. EDI is a full-service organization positively impacting the environment by providing engineering design, proprietary manufacturing, and equipment installation and maintenance of treatment solutions with demonstrated success in more than 8,000 installations in over 100 countries worldwide.

In 2020, EDI was added to the Axius Water platform, a private equity-backed group that aims to address nutrient contamination of water globally by bringing together businesses that have the knowledge, capability, and track record to deliver nutrient removal solutions to customers around the world. Axius Water is a portfolio company in KKR’s Global Impact Fund, which invests in companies that deliver environmental impact through their products or services. Our platform is expanding globally by building a diversified and growing portfolio of operating companies that offer leading solutions that improve wastewater management processes. At Axius, we’re building a Water Quality platform to ‘turn the tide’ in pursuit of critical water quality solutions.

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, the Buyer is responsible for purchasing goods, materials, and services to ensure that the company’s operational needs are met, with regards to price, quality and delivery and to ensure continuity of supply in accordance with established EDI standards, policies and procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

· Execute and manage the buying process for a given set of goods in line with specified cost, quality and delivery targets.

· Develop and maintain a strong foundation of function skills and knowledge of relevant purchasing and sourcing concepts. This may include attending training sessions, seminars, trade shows, product exhibitions, and conferences to maintain understanding of position and products.

· Ensure continuous supply of required goods and materials and communicate supply problems which may pose a risk or impact on business operations.

· Oversee and maintain adequate inventory, working with the Inventory Manager and Scheduling Coordinator.

· Manage problems and schedule changes and ensure changes are reflected within the ERP systems.

· Build, maintain and manage supplier relationships.

· Negotiate contracts, improved prices and terms of business with suppliers and review opportunities to make business savings utilizing negotiation and procurement best practice tools and methods

· Assess financial risks of purchases and supply continuity.

· Prepare purchase orders in line with organizational targets and requirements.

· Visit suppliers to understand capabilities and capacity.

· Actively participate in supplier performance reviews.

· Undertake research on and evaluate existing and new suppliers.

· Contact suppliers to resolve price, quality, delivery, or invoice issues.

· Perform other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated abilities with Microsoft Office products, primarily Excel Word, and Outlook.
• Previous experience with a manufacturing enterprise system. Position will be expected to gain proficiency with EDI’s Epicor system.
• Efficient typing/data entry skills, with an emphasis on accuracy and legal aspects of purchasing.
• Ability to compile information and make decisions.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma/GED required.
• Familiarity with best purchasing practices, market research and data analysis.
• Exposure to sourcing products internationally.
• Minimum of one year business experience in supplier management, procurement, purchasing or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Economics, or related field preferred.

Hours for the position are Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm.

Job Type: Full-time

Physical/work requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and use hands to perform routine tasks. Frequent computer, phone and in person usage and communications. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Mental Environment

This employee can work under extreme deadlines, can manage time, and can multitask quickly. They have a high level of organization. The employee has strong fluency written and spoken English. Must be able to use a computer to complete tasks with a high level of organization.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 4% Match
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• relevant supplier management or purchasing: 1 year (Required)

Location:

• Columbia, MO (Preferred)

Work Location: In person