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Install Technician I - Start Up
Panasonic
Crestview, FL · Cullman, AL · Powder Springs, GA
…Completes all required documentation and routes to appropriate manager/supervisor. Interfaces with customers and clients, internal managers and vendors. Works under limited supervision,…
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Program Planning Manager - Level 2
CORP-Corporate Office
United States
…the place for you. Northrop Grumman is currently seeking a Program Planning Manager – Level 2, to join our…
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Pharmaceutical Development Program Manager (1 of 2)
Janssen Research & Development, LLC Legal Entity
Spring House, PA · Malvern, PA · Raritan, NJ · Titusville, NJ
We are searching for the best talent for a Pharmaceutical Development Program Manager.
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Investment Support Analyst-2
Nationwide Life and Annuity Insurance Co
OH
This role does not qualify for employer sponsored work authorization. Nationwide does not participate in the STEM OPT extension program.
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Consultant, Workforce Management Analytics
Nationwide Life and Annuity Insurance Co
OH · AZ
o Utilize forecasted workload, employee utilization (schedules, softphone, desktop analytics), attrition, and hiring plans to project net staffing needs.
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Program Manager III, NPI Operations, Machine Learning
Google
Sunnyvale, CA
…everyone, whether down the street or across the globe. As a Program Manager at Google, you’ll lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects from start to finish - working with stakeholders to…
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Technical Program Manager III, Software Tools
Google
Austin, TX · Addison, TX · New York, NY · Reston, VA · Seattle, WA · San Francisco, CA · Sunnyvale, CA
…whether down the street or across the globe. As a Technical Program Manager at Google, you’ll use your technical expertise to lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects from start to finish.…
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Identity Management / Directory Services (IDMS) Subject Matter Expert (SME)
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…cybersecurity, infrastructure, cloud, application, mobility, and project teams to ensure identity services are securely integrated into enterprise and field solutions. A major focus will be…
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Senior Account Manager, Grocery
Upside
Remote, United States
- $121,000 to $152,000 USD / year
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Senior IT Manager - Software Engineering and Enterprise Solutions
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Plan, organize and control activities so that project(s) are completed successfully as possible. Managing a cross functional team, directing, monitoring and promoting change.
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Climate Remediation Control Technician
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…change orders, and all other necessary documentation for each…
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Enterprise Technology Project Manager
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Hoover, AL
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Project Manager
Maximus
Montgomery, AL
Maximus is seeking an experienced Journeyman Program/Project Manager to lead the Rapid FCL Prototype Program. The Journeyman Program/Project Manager will be responsible for leading and…
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Associate Project Manager (entry level)
Capgemini
New York, NY, NY
- $79,750 to $210,250 USD / year
We are seeking an Associate Project Manager to support a large-scale warehouse modernization and technology transformation program. This role will assist senior project leadership in…
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Technical Project Manager
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- $125,000 to $165,000 USD / year
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INFORMATION SYSTEMS TECHNICAL CONSULTANT - 82575
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The State of Tennessee Division of TennCare is seeking an Identity & Access Management (IAM) Manager to assist the Chief Information Security Officer in overseeing and maturing TennCare's…
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Technical Program Manager II, Fabrication, Quantum AI
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Goleta, CA
…whether down the street or across the globe. As a Technical Program Manager at Google, you’ll use your technical expertise to lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects from start to finish.…
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Senior Manager, Risk & Post Market Surveillance (TPLC)
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Quality Assurance Lead
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…play a foundational role in establishing and leading a quality program from the ground up. The Quality Lead will report directly to the Production Manager and will be instrumental in…
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Senior Program Manager
SAIC
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Senior Program Manager
SAIC
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SAIC is seeking an experienced and results-driven Program Manager to lead and oversee the successful execution of complex Department of Defense (DoD) and government programs focused on…
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Sales Operations Coordinator
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Project Management of contracted projects from outside contractors
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Supply Chain Program Manager - Hybrid
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Fort Wayne, IN
…within BAE Systems Electronic Systems Sector. As a Supply Chain Program Manager, you will play a key role developing strategic direction and mitigate risk, ensuring supply chain continuity…

kronesinc

CAPEX and MRO Buyer

WI, United States

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Experience: Education/Experience: Requires a bachelor’s degree or high school diploma with at least 5 years of related business experience.
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 4, 2026

Original job description

Krones designs, develops, manufactures, and installs both machines and complete packaging lines. We have become one of the leading system suppliers for breweries and beverage producers as well as for the food, chemical and cosmetics industries. Our 20,000 employees worldwide strive for innovation and detail and ensure that each customer receives the best quality in product and service.

We are currently looking for candidates who want to make a difference and who wish to be part of our dynamic organization in the US. Krones Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

JOB PURPOSE or JOB SUMMARY:

The Buyer is responsible for executing corporate commodity strategies across CAPEX and MRO, including capital equipment, machinery, maintenance and repair materials, spare parts, facility-related equipment, and associated technical services. This role actively participates in the development and implementation of sourcing and commodity strategies that support both operational requirements and long-term business objectives.

The Buyer is responsible for identifying, evaluating, qualifying, implementing, and managing suppliers within the assigned commodity portfolio. This includes supporting supplier performance evaluations, conducting supplier reviews and audits, and developing alternative and competitive sources of supply to reduce risk and improve overall supplier performance.

A key responsibility of the position is leading commercial negotiations with suppliers, including equipment and service pricing, payment terms, delivery conditions, warranties, terms and conditions, supply and service agreements, and confidentiality or non-disclosure agreements (NDAs).

The Buyer manages the sourcing and procurement of assigned CAPEX and MRO materials and services, including capital equipment, replacement and spare parts, maintenance supplies, tooling, facility equipment, repair services, and technical service contracts. Responsibilities include competitive bidding, commercial evaluation, contract negotiation, purchase order execution, supplier implementation, and ongoing contract and supplier management.

The Buyer works closely with Engineering, Maintenance, Manufacturing, Facilities, Project Management, Quality, Finance, and other internal stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure effective sourcing solutions.

Key responsibilities include:

Developing and executing CAPEX and MRO sourcing strategies
Managing RFQs/RFPs and competitive bidding processes
Negotiating pricing, commercial terms, warranties, and service agreements
Identifying and implementing cost reduction and cost avoidance opportunities
Supporting CAPEX projects from sourcing through equipment delivery and implementation
Improving MRO spend visibility and driving supplier and SKU consolidation
Developing alternative sources to reduce supply, cost, and operational risks
Monitoring supplier performance, quality, delivery, and commercial competitiveness
Supporting standardization of equipment, parts, and suppliers where practical
Ensuring compliance with corporate procurement policies and approval requirements
Maintaining a high level of internal customer service while balancing cost, quality, availability, lead time, and operational risk

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

Early Supplier Development within Procurement Projects (internal Development Projects (PIP), Sales Phase Customer Projects, Investment Projects).
Continuous improvement of purchasing processes and tools.
Negotiation of prices in cooperation with buyers of each business unit.
Negotiation of terms and conditions.
Supplier agreements and contracts.
Implementation of purchasing tools/processes.
Continuous supplier development according to targets of Lead Buyer/Commodity Manager and supplier quality assurance.
Performance of continuous market analysis.
Proposing a commodity strategy on a plant level in alignment with the Department Manager Purchasing.
Supporting the development of a corporate commodity strategy in the commodity team (consolidation of plant strategies).
Deriving the plant strategy in alignment with the corporate commodity strategy along with participation with the business unit buyer.
Communication of the plant corporate commodity strategy to the (plant) purchasing team.
Realization of the plant corporate commodity strategy.
Continuous development of the supply base.
Monitoring of Supplier Performance.
Securing of delivery dates for plant demands in case of escalations.
Handling claims and invoice deviations in case of escalations.
Planning, execution and follow-up of supplier meetings or negotiations.
Ability to back fill buyers of business units as needed.
Creation of local spend analysis per commodity and supplier within affiliate / Subsidiaries.
Consolidation and mapping of the spend analysis into the group reporting.
The Strategic Buyer also supports the commodity manager in:
Holding kick-off meeting for implementation of corporate commodity management.
Define benchmarking.
Benchmarking with global supply base and creating TCO Benchmark within SRM
Reconsidering commodity strategy.
Preparing negotiations and contract management in alignment with Buyer of Business Unit (templates, check lists and time schedule).

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience: Requires a bachelor’s degree or high school diploma with at least 5 years of related business experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience and/or Training: Prefer a minimum of 2 years in a purchasing environment with commodity responsibility.

SKILLS:

Professional Skills:

Knowledge of SAP Applications, Power BI & MS Office Suite.
Knowledge of business administration and knowledge of policies, directives, guidelines, and standards.

Soft Skills:

General social skills, capacity for teamwork, customer orientation, learning aptitude, problem-solving competence, general project management, time- and self-management, coordination and organizational skills, communication skills, and negotiation skills.

Krones , Inc. offers an outstanding opportunity to be involved with and challenged by leading-edge technologies, further career opportunities to learn and develop skills, a flexible work schedule and a competitive salary and benefits program. Our Krones Benefits program includes a generous health/dental/vision package, and 401(k) program in addition to other benefits. Please submit your resume.

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