Supply Chain Agent
About Creative Works
We create powerful emotions and memories through immersive attractions. We are a full-service theme creator, prop builder, and attractions provider to theme parks, museums, family entertainment centers, restaurants, tourist attractions, and other venues. For over 23 years, we have brought ideas to life with a talented team of designers, sculptors, craftsmen, and artisans, and we are proud to have delivered the WOW Effect to a wide variety of destinations across the globe.
We were just recently named as one of INC 5000's fastest-growing companies in America two times in a row and are in the top 60 here in Indiana. Inside our walls, you'll find lots of creative people who are passionate about what they do and make. Every day is different with new challenges. We pride ourselves on creating an amazing culture where our employees can grow professionally and personally. Every company says this, but we can actually prove it!
Our Team
Our team is one of the secrets of our success. We are artists, craftsmen, dreamers, and managers. Everyone brings something unique to the table and our collective passion, excitement, and attention to detail explain why we exceed our clients’ expectations time and again. We have high expectations for everyone on our team. It’s the only way we can deliver amazing products and services. Our team is passionate, hungry, and always striving for more.
Job Description
Manage daily purchasing activities and supplier relations to negotiate contracts, prices, and timelines. Maintain the supplier database, purchase order records, and related documentation.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Order weekly inventory for all departments using purchase orders in Fishbowl
- Complete Requests to Spend in Wrike for special orders
- Manage outstanding purchase orders in Fishbowl
- Create and submit weekly reports to Controller regarding weekly purchases
- Coordinate and attend meetings with vendors and team leads to source new products
- Confer with vendor contacts to obtain the best possible pricing
- Assist with any vendor disputes
- Proactive sourcing of products to improve efficiency
- Pricing review of products to improve costs
- Sourcing of products on an emergency basis as needed
- Greet visitors and callers with a positive and helpful attitude
Additional considerations and software knowledge desired for this position:
- ERP and Project Management Software (ie. Wrike) a plus
- 2 years of general office experience necessary
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in Procurement in a manufacturing setting
- Must have strong communication skills and a high degree of confidentiality
- Must be highly detail-oriented
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs
- Willingness to learn
- Ability to negotiate and network with new and current vendors
- Communication within internal teams and external vendors
- Construction or tech industry knowledge a plus
- Budget mindset
- Excellent computer skills
- Exceptional customer service skills for internal and external clients
Pay and Benefits:
- Job Type: Full-Time Hourly Non-Exempt (40-45 hours weekly)
- Health benefits available
- 401k opportunities available
- Salary: $17.00-20.00 per hour depending on experience
Equal Opportunity Employer
Creative Works is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Does this sound like a good fit for you?
If so, please provide an introductory letter to us to help us better understand who you are and why you would like to join our team as well as a resume. Thank you!