Buyer at Flexpak Inc – Woods Cross, Utah
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About This Position
Job Tile: Buyer
Department: Procurement
Manager: Purchasing Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time
Position Summary:
Flexpak is seeking a dynamic and experienced Buyer to join our team at our corporate office in Woods Cross, Utah. This is an onsite position within a fast-paced distribution environment.
In this role, the Buyer will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing packaging materials and supplies to support customer orders and operational needs. The Buyer plays a key role in ensuring inventory levels are optimized, supplier performance is maintained, and cost targets are achieved in alignment with company objectives. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and highly effective in vendor communication, with a strong ability to build strong supplier relationships and drive results.
Key Responsibilities:
Purchasing & Procurement
- Source and purchase packaging materials including corrugated, films, foam, tapes, labels, shipping supplies, and custom packaging components.
- Manage purchase orders from creation through delivery, ensuring accuracy and timely fulfillment.
- Monitor supplier lead times, pricing, minimums, and product availability.
- Evaluate and qualify new suppliers to ensure competitive pricing, quality, and reliability.
Inventory & Supply Chain Management
- Maintain optimal inventory levels to support customer demand while minimizing excess and obsolescence.
- Collaborate with warehouse and planning teams to forecast needs, manage backorders, and resolve supply constraints.
- Track and reconcile discrepancies, damaged goods, and receiving variances.
Vendor Relations & Negotiation
- Build strong relationships with suppliers and manufacturers to ensure responsive service.
- Negotiate pricing, terms, freight, and contract agreements to support cost-saving initiatives.
- Review supplier performance regularly and address issues proactively.
Internal Collaboration
- Work closely with sales, customer service, and operations to support quotes, and special requests.
- When needed, assist with customer-specific packaging requirements and new product development.
- Provide accurate pricing and lead time updates to internal teams.
- Data, Reporting & Systems
- Maintain accurate item data, vendor information, and pricing within the ERP system.
- Analyze purchasing trends to support decision-making and identify improvement opportunities.
- Prepare reports on costs, supplier performance, and inventory metrics as needed.
Qualifications
- 2–4 years of purchasing experience, preferably in packaging, distribution
- Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office (Excel required).
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
Preferred
- Experience purchasing corrugated, films, foam, or other packaging materials.
- Familiarity with supply chain, logistics, and inventory management principles.
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, or related field.
Key Competencies
- Attention to Detail
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Cost Awareness & Negotiation
- Time Management
- Critical Thinking & Initiative
- Customer Focus
- Collaboration & Communication
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Job Location
Job Location
This job is located in the Woods Cross, Utah, 84087, United States region.