Junior Buyer

About the Role

E.T. Browne is seeking a motivated Junior Buyer, Corrugate Packaging to join our Purchasing team. This position is ideal for a recent graduate or someone with 1-3 years of experience who is looking to develop their procurement skills while learning from experienced leaders in a fast-paced consumer products environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Procurement & Sourcing Support
• Assist with sourcing activities for corrugated packaging and related materials.
• Support supplier selection, competitive bidding, and quote analysis.
• Participate in supplier evaluations to ensure quality, service, and cost objectives are met.
• Help maintain supplier records, pricing information, and purchasing documentation.
• Monitor supplier performance and assist with issue resolution.
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Build and maintain productive relationships with suppliers.
• Coordinate communications regarding pricing, lead times, forecasts, and deliveries.
• Support negotiations and cost-saving initiatives.
• Assist in identifying opportunities to improve supplier performance and service levels.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Partner with Marketing, R&D, Operations, Quality, and Manufacturing teams on new product launches and packaging initiatives.
• Assist with coordinating packaging requirements to ensure successful project execution.
• Communicate with stakeholders regarding timelines, material availability, and supplier updates.
• Analysis & Continuous Improvement
• Analyze purchasing data, supplier pricing, and market trends.
• Support the development of cost models and sourcing recommendations.
• Assist with inventory planning and procurement reporting.
• Participate in projects focused on improving efficiency, reducing cost, and strengthening supplier partnerships.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Skills & Qualifications
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build relationships with suppliers and internal business partners.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Comfortable working with data and numbers.
• Self-motivated with a willingness to learn.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Internship experience is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
• 0-2 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, operations, customer service, logistics, manufacturing, or related fields.
• Experience in consumer products, manufacturing, packaging, or supply chain environments is a plus but not required.

Why Join E.T. Browne?

• Learn directly from experienced procurement and supply chain leaders.
• Gain exposure to global sourcing and supplier management.
• Work on real business initiatives with visible impact.
• Opportunity for career growth within purchasing and supply chain functions.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package and employee perks.
• Work for a globally recognized consumer products company with iconic brands.

Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance