Corporate Buyer

American National is seeking a full-time, Corporate Buyer team member who will be responsible for managing indirect category spend, tracking successful order fulfillment, and invoice processing/returns. To thrive in this position, you should be comfortable negotiating prices, demonstrate your advanced skills in Excel such as utilizing Pivot tables, V-Look up, and running reports, and present strong business acumen. 

Onsite Placement: Springfield-MO.

PLEASE NOTE: In review of candidate qualifications, another job level may be considered. (Senior Buyer)

What will you do?

• Partner with internal users regarding procurement processes
• Source vendors and negotiate terms of partnership when applicable 
• Address downstream procurement that includes placing an order, tracking an order, and invoicing
• Monitor vendor performance
• Provide excellent customer service and be the liaison between the vendor and American National stakeholders
• Utilize various system platforms for vendor expenditures

Qualifications:

• Minimum, two years professional work experience
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite programs: Excel; V-Look up, Pivot tables, Reporting / Outlook; Organize meetings
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to successfully negotiating pricing terms

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two years of professional experience in the field of finance, accounting, procurement, and/or supply chain management
• Two year completed degree
• Knowledge of procurement systems, Coupa system beneficial

American National offers eligible employees and their families medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan. Employees also receive annually a bank of paid time off and paid holidays.   We aspire to see people for what they bring to our corporate culture by supporting an inclusive work environment, including an emphasis on a healthy work-life balance, development opportunities, and a casual dress code.

American National is an established, stable, and successful multi-line insurance corporation that has provided financial strength and a sense of security to employees, customers and business partners since 1905.  With focus on our organization’s values and cultural richness: Financial Strength, Integrity, Respect, Service and Teamwork (FIRST) and Agility, Collaboration, and Engagement (ACE) we continue to pursue our vision to be a leading provider of financial products and services for current and future generations.

Hiring Practices

The preceding job posting was designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications.  We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with the job qualifications, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this position or other opportunities at American National.

American National’s recruitment policies help us place individuals in a timely and efficient manner. Only the most qualified candidates will be contacted by our recruiting team. Candidates may check the status of their application(s) by logging into our Career Portal.  Learn more about our company, by following us on social media: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram

American National is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected categories. American National is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.