Advanced Drainage SystemsEEO Statement:Advanced Drainage Systems is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Procurement SpecialistUS-OH-Hilliard
Job ID: 2026-20385
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Purchasing
Advanced Drainage Systems
OverviewAdvanced Drainage Systems is a leading manufacturer of stormwater and onsite septic wastewater solutions, committed to sustainability and innovation. With a vast manufacturing and distribution network, we deliver high-quality products across multiple industries while recycling over half a billion pounds of plastic annually. At ADS, we foster a culture where diverse perspectives drive better ideas, ensuring every employee feels valued, heard, and empowered to make an impact.
ResponsibilitiesThe
Procurement Specialist is a critical member of the Supply Chain team, responsible for the procurement and ongoing management of direct materials to support production and customer requirements. This role balances cost, quality, delivery, and service while partnering closely with Category Management, Production, Scheduling, and other crossfunctional stakeholders.
The successful candidate is a proactive procurement professional with a strong continuous improvement mindset, capable of driving operational excellence through collaboration, data analysis, and supplier partnership.
Key Responsibilities- Execute direct material procurement strategies by placing, maintaining, and managing purchase orders to support production and customer demand.
- Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to address quality issues and facilitate timely corrective actions.
- Proactively communicate supply trends, risks, and opportunities-including improvements or deteriorations-to Category Managers, plant leadership, and procurement peers.
- Partner with Category Managers to strengthen supplier relationships, drive ontime delivery performance, and ensure continuity of supply.
- Resolve invoice and pricing discrepancies to ensure timely supplier payment and adherence to agreed terms.
- Support networkwide inventory optimization by identifying internal transfer opportunities, initiating movements, and tracking execution.
- Identify, implement, and sustain procurement and supply chain best practices through standard work and documentation.
- Collect, analyze, and support reporting of key performance indicators (KPIs) to enable datadriven decisionmaking.
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and 5+ years of related experience.
- Experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain functions preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to work crossfunctionally in a fastpaced, operational environment.
Skills & Competencies- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across functions.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and comfort working with data and reporting tools.
- Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to challenge the status quo.
- Effective multitasking and prioritization skills in a dynamic environment.
- Negotiation and problemsolving skills grounded in sound judgment and decisionmaking.
- Teamoriented approach that values partnership, inclusivity, and shared success.
Physical & Travel Requirements- Ability to travel as needed to support suppliers, plants, or business initiatives.
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Leadership Competencies EEO StatementADS supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. ADS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
EEO StatementADS supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. ADS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
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