Associate Buyer

Polywater Corporation • Stillwater, MN

7h • $22 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Buyer supports the Purchasing department by assisting with procurement activities of spot buy items and sustaining stock supplies as required. The Associate Buyer also performs Cycle Counting to ensure inventory accuracy. This role combines administrative purchasing support with hands-on material handling responsibilities and plays a critical role in maintaining uninterrupted production flow, accurate inventory records, and organized material storage.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Basic understanding of purchasing principles, inventory control, and material flow.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and documentation.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently once trained.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Forklift experience
• Dependable, safety-conscious team player with a can-do attitude.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree preferred
• 1–3 years of experience in purchasing support or material handling preferred.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist the purchasing department with purchase order processing, updates, and ERP system maintenance where needed.
• Maintain MRO Inventories by submitting POs as needed and stocking supply areas on the floor and office areas of Polywater.
• Support supplier communication related to order status, lead times, delivery scheduling, and discrepancies.
• Help manage open purchase orders as needed and notify the Buyer & Supply Chain Manager of delays or material shortages impacting production schedules.
• Perform inventory cycle counts of raw and finished goods inventories.
• Perform other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED