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<div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'></div><div><p><strong>Buying Senior Specialist Owensboro, KY</strong></p><p>Be part of a revolutionary change.</p><p>At Philip Morris International (PMI), we are transforming our business to deliver a smoke-free future.</p><p>The Buyer/Planner manages the procurement and planning of materials to ensure inventory supports production needs.</p><p><strong>Day-to-Day Responsibilities</strong></p><p>• Monitor developments related to materials and supplies and recommend opportunities to reduce costs and improve processes</p><p>• Provide Quality and Procurement with feedback on supplier performance</p><p>• Forecast raw material requirements six months to one year in advance</p><p>• Place blanket orders to maintain supply, secure pricing based on purchase agreements and volumes, and support target inventory levels and performance measures</p><p>• Prepare purchasing analyses and cost data for scheduling, planning, budgeting, and other business needs</p><p>• Build strong relationships with key vendors based on respect, trust, and open communication</p><p>• Manage standard artwork updates for existing packaging</p><p>• Coordinate packaging graphic changes across teams to ensure timely completion and reduce obsolete materials</p><p>• Conduct monthly audits of department purchase orders to confirm compliance with policies and procedures</p><p>• Stay current on OSHA, FDA, and other regulatory requirements related to ingredients, materials, and supplies.</p><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><p>• College degree in business, procurement, or a related field</p><p>• General business experience</p><p>• Proficiency with purchasing software, Microsoft Word, and Excel</p><p>• Excellent time management, prioritization, and communication skills, with the ability to effectively partner with stakeholders across multiple functions.</p><p>• Familiarity with finished goods, product specifications, and production methods is preferred.</p><p><strong>Annual Base Salary: $75,000 - $100,000</strong></p><p><strong>What we offer</strong></p><p>We offer a competitive base salary, annual bonus (applicable based on level of position), great medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k with a generous company match, incredible wellness benefits, and much more! </p><p>About PMI U.S.</p><p>PMI’s U.S. businesses are investing in America’s future and advancing a smoke-free nation. We are committed to providing approximately 25 million legal-age adults who smoke with better, smoke-free alternatives and ensuring responsible marketing. PMI U.S. supports leadership, jobs, investment, and innovation and operates manufacturing facilities in Aurora, Colorado; Owensboro, Kentucky; and Wilson, North Carolina.</p><p>PMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</p><p>#PMIUS #LI-DH1</p></div></div></div>
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