Buyer I

United Alloy • Janesville, WI

21h • Onsite

About The Position

This position orders inventory and supplies required in the manufacturing process for purchased goods and services for United Alloy facilities.

Requirements

• Detail oriented, with exceptional organizational skills including clear record keeping.
• Demonstrated ability to formulate solutions and resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Must possess effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills building effective cross-function partnerships.
• Must be able to navigate in a windows-based computer environment.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• 100% Responsible, Trustworthy, Team Player, Clear Communicator, Empathy, Humility, Emotional Self-Control, Resolves Conflict Directly, Positive Attitude, Respects Others, Problem Solver, and Agile.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field preferred.
• 1-2 years of sourcing/purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Basic Skills/Measurement Test
• Blueprint Reading Test
• Pre-Employment Physical & Drug Screen

Responsibilities

• Create and place purchase orders (POs) from the material planner workbench.
• Ensure POs reflect accurate due dates based on vendor lead times.
• Send POs to suppliers and confirm receipt including count, pricing, and due date.
• Process internal purchase requisitions and convert them into POs.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding order status, confirmations, and product details.
• Follow up on PO confirmations within 48 hours.
• Address and resolve issues related to late deliveries or missing confirmations.
• Monitor and follow up on past due POs daily.
• Notify material planners of any material shortages and assist in resolution.
• Update shortage tracking files following planner meetings.
• Participate in daily calls with planners to review material availability and shortages.
• Review open order reports and follow up with underperforming suppliers.
• Analyze and send appropriate messages to suppliers, including cancellations or updates.
• Save and review inspection reports in the shared drive.
• Follow up with suppliers as needed.
• Assist in reviewing supplier performance and escalating issues to the Supply Chain Manager.
• Support resolution of delivery, quality, or pricing issues in collaboration with sourcing.
• Maintenance and organization of work area.
• All duties as assigned or required.

Benefits

• Competitive starting wages
• Comprehensive compensation and benefits package
• Variety of exciting perks
• Medical, dental and vision
• Generous Responsible Time Off (RTO) policy
• 401(k) with company match
• Key Employee Incentive Plan (KEIP)
• Bonus Structure
• Paid training
• Company paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees