Buyer II

MESA POWER SOLUTIONS LLC • Evansville, WY

5d • $59,700 - $66,200

About The Position

The Buyer II manages procurement activities for materials used in natural-gas engine and generator production and service. With greater autonomy, the role negotiates supplier terms, reduces cost and lead-time risks, and resolves supply issues. It balances tactical purchasing execution with analytical decision-making to support operational efficiency. The position is based in Casper/Evansville, Wyoming, is full-time, and follows a Monday–Friday set schedule. Occasional travel may be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field from an accredited university.
• At least 5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or a technical field in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• At least 3 years of experience independently managing suppliers and purchase orders.
• At least 3 years of exposure to MRP/ERP systems in a lean manufacturing or operations environment.
• Working knowledge of procurement, supply chain, and inventory management.
• Understanding of supplier performance metrics and cost drivers.
• Familiarity with contract terms and basic negotiation principles.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective supplier management skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and data analysis tools such as MS Excel.
• Ability to manage competing priorities with minimal supervision.
• Ability to make sound, data-driven purchasing decisions and influence suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Fluency in spoken and written English, including reading and writing.
• Willingness to consent to and pass a background check and drug screening.
• Ability to pass a WorkSTEPS physical.
• Willingness to work a set Monday–Friday schedule and travel occasionally.

Nice To Haves

• At least 7 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or a technical field in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Experience with cost analysis or basic negotiations.
• Honorably discharged service veteran.
• APICS (CPIM/CSCP) or ISM (CPSM) certification.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end purchasing for assigned commodities or suppliers.
• Analyze MRP signals and adjust purchasing strategies accordingly.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and delivery and payment terms within defined limits.
• Proactively mitigate supply risks and resolve delivery or quality issues.
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships, monitor performance, and support corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Planning, Operations, and Engineering on part changes, cost and lead-time impacts, and supplier qualifications.
• Support cost savings and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate forecasting and communicate supply risks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay.
• 401(k) plan.
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, holidays, parental leave, and bereavement.
• 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their dependents.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Critical illness and accident insurance.
• Annual evaluations with the opportunity for a performance-based pay increase.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level