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Overview

Primo Brands is a leading branded beverage company in North America with a focus on healthy hydration. We are proud to offer an extensive and iconic portfolio of highly recognizable, sustainably sourced, and conveniently packaged branded beverages distributed across more than 150,000 retail outlets.

We are currently seeking a Factory Maintenance Purchaser to report to the Factory Technical Manager. This is a factory-based position responsible for Hawkins Factory with primary responsibilities to include timely procurement of necessary parts and equipment to support our maintenance program. 

Pay Range:  $79,000-84,500

Bonus Eligible: 7% annual bonus

Location: Hawkins, Texas

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00AM-4:30PM hours may vary based on business needs

Health Benefits: Medical, prescription, dental, vision, flexible spending account (FSA), dependent care flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA).

Retirement/Investing: 401K with a 5% match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).

Insurance: Employee Life Insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, spouse/domestic partner/child life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment.

Other great benefits: Employee discounts, save on auto, home, and pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation and sick time, 9 paid holidays and 3 paid floating holidays, paid leave for when you have a baby, adopt a child, or become a foster parent, legal services, identity theft protection, employee assistance program (EAP), adoption reimbursement benefit, FEDlogic, commuter benefits.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Maintains effective working relationships with technical and production teams across both sites while also building relationships with key external vendors. 
• Uses the SAP system to procure MRO materials. Reviews requisitions and check against work orders and MRP for accuracy.
• Creates material masters and works with maintenance staff to set MRP levels.
•  Applies MRP concepts to inventory. Maintains SAP purchasing data.
• Communicates regularly with vendors to procure correct material in a timely and efficient manner.
• Assures adherence to using corporate contracted suppliers
• Understands and applies MRP concepts for stocked material
• Contacts vendors to assure material specification, price, and sourcing information are correct
• Analyzes material requirements for both stocked and direct purchase inventory
• Communicates with Factory StoreKeepers/Technical Leads to assure appropriate application and delivery of MRO purchases
• Processes Requisitions to create purchase orders for release
• Communicates orders to vendors
• Reviews open purchase orders and follows up with vendors if necessary
• Works with accounts payable to resolve invoicing and pricing variances
• Processes new material requests and maintains material masters 
• Reviews all requisitions for accuracy
• Maintains PIR's and Source lists for materials
• Submits new vendor requests
• Identifies vendor numbers and possible extensions cross factory
• Attends and participates in national peer group conference calls
• Reviews, understands, and applies all required corporate policies and procedures

Qualifications

Key qualifications include:

• High-School Diploma or GED – Preferred Certification in Industrial Maintenance or Project Management.
• Minimum of 5 Years hands-on in the field experience in maintenance planning or project management.
• Ability to read and interpret complex technical parts manuals, catalogues, SOP’s.
• Experience across several business functions with fully developed verbal and written communication skills.
• Maintenance and technical lead experience within highspeed packaging, ideally beverage, food or other clean manufacturing.   
• Proven track record in delivering results through others by working with cross-functional teams. 
• Awareness of Continuous Improvement methodologies. (LEAN, DMAIC, 5why, BDA, TPM).         
• Advanced hands-on working knowledge of AMM / CMMS systems (SAP Required).
• Must be able to lead and facilitate meetings with large groups both in person and virtually.
• Advanced use of Microsoft Excel and Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, TEAMS).
• Must be able to complete complex data analysis and communicate in Lehman’s terms.
• Self-motivated and able to manage time independently.

If you're ready to embark on an exciting journey with Primo Brands, apply now!

Salary Range Disclaimer:

The salary range provided for this position is an approximation based on market research, internal compensation data and the candidate’s qualifications and experience. Final salary offers are determined through a comprehensive evaluation of candidate qualifications and may vary depending on factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location of the position. Other components of the compensation package, including benefits and bonuses, will also be considered.  We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices, and we encourage open dialogue about compensation during the interview process.

Primo Brands’ established portfolio includes billion-dollar brands Poland Spring® and Pure Life®, premium brands like Saratoga® and Mountain Valley®, regional leaders such as Arrowhead®, Deer Park®, Ice Mountain® Ozarka®, and Zephyrhills®, purified brands, Primo Water® and Sparkletts®, and flavored and enhanced brands like Splash® and AC+ION®.  Our extensive direct-to-consumer offerings and industry-leading line-up of innovative water dispensers create consumer connectivity through recurring water purchases across Water Direct, Water Exchange, and Water Refill. At Primo Brands, our more than 11,000 associates are at the heart of what we do and deliver on our mission to provide healthy hydration to consumers wherever, however and whenever they want it. We believe in fostering a respectful culture, which values our associates who are deeply invested in quality hydration, our communities, and the sustainability of our packaging and water sources for generations to come.

Primo Brands is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law.

Candidates must possess strong English language skills to effectively communicate with customers and provide exceptional service. Proficiency in English is essential for understanding customer needs, resolving inquiries, and collaborating with team members.