Buyer II

About Us :

Heartland is a complete end-to-end waste solutions provider, industry recognized since beginning operations in 2008. Enabled by unique, proprietary technologies and with a partnership approach rooted in decades of operational expertise, Heartland doesn’t just treat waste, we solve problems at the source. Our proven on-site technologies and unique build-own-operate business model are advancing sustainable waste solutions that create shared value for our customers, communities and the planet.

Join us at Heartland, where we work hard, solve tough problems, and celebrate success together!

What you will do :

We are looking for a motivated, self-starter, who is genuinely excited about organization, attention to detail, materials sourcing and tracking and just eager to learn and grow.  In this role, you will be involved in the entire procurement lifecycle starting with the purchase requisition process, sourcing and supplier contracting to, purchase order creation & follow up through to goods receipt and invoice payment, and managing vendor relationships.

Qualified candidates need to be located in EST or CST time zones.

Responsibilities :

• Coordinate with internal project teams, corporate departments, and suppliers to ensure purchase requisition forms and supporting documentation are in compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
• Work closely with the engineering and R&D teams to comprehend technical specifications and requirements for procurement.
• Ensure that purchased products align with the necessary technical standards and specifications.
• Assist in identifying and evaluating potential suppliers for components, materials, and services via sourcing projects as assigned by the Supply Chain Manager; help to establish contracts and price lists as a result of those sourcing projects.
• Ensure all demand in the form of requisitions or planned purchase orders from the system are executed timely.
• Ensure that all purchase orders are placed with respect to supplier lead times and the project need dates.
• Where no contracts exist, obtain at least 3 quotes for the product or service being requisitioned.
• Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with suppliers to ensure reliability and responsiveness.
• Manage all open orders, expediting as needed to ensure that project need dates are met to ensure timely progress of said projects, thus keeping revenue targets on track. Manage and keep all dates in the system current to reflect actual delivery commitments from suppliers; no dates past due.
• Contribute to market research efforts to identify new suppliers, technologies, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Manage Change Orders for Engineering and other departments and communicate cost and schedule impacts of these requests.
• Advise requisitioners that product is ready to ship or has been received.
• Arrange for return goods to vendors as needed; track returns to ensure proper credit is issued and applied correctly.
• Assist with maintaining a supplier documentation repository to house incoming request documentation for future reference, as needed.
• Assist in the development of strategies to optimize costs while maintaining quality standards.
• Work with AP to rectify vendor payable problems and tax issues.
• Be responsible for understanding project goals, financial budgets, scheduling deadlines, and fundamental industry terminology and tracking contractual terms / conditions.
• Perform reporting and purchase order maintenance as needed,
• Establish and maintain strong supplier relationships, serve as point of contact for questions or concerns related to the Procurement process and Corporate Services requirements.
• Identify purchasing process improvement opportunities.

Skills and Experience :

Working at Heartland :

At Heartland, we take pride in our collaborative and supportive team culture. We enjoy working together to achieve shared goals and value individuals who bring an ownership mindset, a strong work ethic, and a passion for solving challenges. Success at Heartland also requires the ability to work effectively with others, demonstrate maturity, and contribute to a positive and productive work environment.

We are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package, including :

Heartland Water Technology, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment. We participate in E-Verify.