Procurement Specialist

Here at Scotts Miracle-Gro there is no such thing as a typical day. Our culture is constantly energized by new and exciting growth opportunities and at a rapid pace. Below are details on an open job. If the role interests you and you would like to be considered we encourage you to apply!

We’re looking for a Purchasing Specialist to support our team of Buyers and Procurement Managers at our corporate headquarters in Marysville, OH! This is a hybrid position where some in office work is required and some remote working time is available as well.

If you enjoy a fast-paced, high energy and seasonal manufacturing environment then you will fit in well as a Purchasing Specialist for Scotts Miracle-Gro.  On a day-to-day basis you will supports three buyers and managers and ~ $400MM of spend.  You will provide analytics, reporting, and systems maintenance to enable innovative and strategic sourcing strategies.  In addition, you will be responsible for some minor commodities (less than $20MM of spend) under the close supervision of the Commodity Manager.  This includes:  supply assurance, sourcing of new components, supplier relationship management, and savings projects.

What you’ll do in this role:

• Resolve invoice issues with A/P and the supplier to ensure accurate and on-time payments.

• Complete the contract management process for Packaging Procurement team, finding efficiencies to streamline and automate: Create SAP contracts, complete quarterly contract pricing updates, contract quantity true-ups.

• Complete analysis and report out on MPV analysis.

• Act at project management lead on inventory reduction, savings & productivity, DPO, and others to be assigned.

• Support in strategy development work in different packaging categories.

• Place purchase orders as requested.

• Manage the addition of new suppliers into our system (collect forms, credit, etc).

• Screen potential suppliers.

• Manage lower risk commodities:  SRM, sourcing, quotes, negotiation.

• Identify and gain alignment to pursue new savings / value add opportunities.

• Support procurement best practices, policies, and procedures.

• Demonstrate a bias toward action and ability to work autonomously.

What you’ll need to be successful:

• Bachelors or Associates Degree preferred or equivalent experience.

• 0-2 years of Supply Chain experience.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and problem-solving skills.

• Be a team player with the ability to work on cross-functional teams.

• Experience working on multi-function teams.

• SAP knowledge.

Here at ScottsMiracle-Gro, we believe providing an enriching and engaging employee experience is what sets us apart from other organizations. We recognize our employees are so much more than just their job title so we offer programs and benefits that support them in all aspects of their lives. Wondering how we do it? Below is a glimpse of our highlight reel…

• Our Live Total Health program provides you with options to align to your personal needs.  Selections range from medical, dental and visioncoverage for you, your spouse/domestic partner and dependents to an outstanding wellness reimbursement program to an unbelievable 401K match (up to 7.5%)as well as a 15% discount on company stock and much more

• We know ourtalent is our most precious asset and your unique development contributes to our organization’s success now and in the future.  Career growth at our company is not always a ladder.  It’s much more like a rock climbing adventure.  Grow through exploration and experiences rather than a predictable linear path.

• We value the importance of family. We provide access to Maven Family Planning and up to $30,000 to accommodate for adoption, fertility and surrogacy.

• Be part of something bigger by joining one of our Employee Resource Groups focusing on diversity and inclusion, family, education and sustainability: Scotts Women’s Network, Scotts Black Employees’ Network, Scotts Veterans Network, Scotts Young Professionals, Scotts Pride Network (GroPride), Scotts Associates for a Greener Earth (SAGE), Scotts Family TREE and our Associate Boards.

• Join a company with a strong belief in giving back to the communities where we live and work.  We have a shared passion for service and volunteerism and believe participating in community service benefits our communities and strengthens our team. 

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Notification to Agencies:

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