Buyer III - Corp
About The Position
At WARN Industries, we build the products that help people get unstuck, get to work, and get farther off the beaten path. From world-renowned winches and bumpers to recovery equipment trusted around the globe, our products are built to perform when failure isn't an option. That's why we're looking for a Buyer III who thrives under pressure, solves problems before they become emergencies, and knows how to keep materials flowing in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. If you love making things happen, negotiating with suppliers, analyzing data, and being the person everyone counts on when challenges arise, keep reading. The decisions you make directly impact production, customer delivery, inventory investment, and business performance. You'll work with talented teams across the organization, tackle complex challenges, and help keep a world-class manufacturing operation running smoothly.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field
- 3+ years of purchasing, procurement, materials, or supply chain experience
- Strong ERP experience (JDE preferred)
- Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and lookups
- Solid understanding of MRP and inventory management
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to manage competing priorities with urgency and ownership
Nice To Haves
- Manufacturing experience
- JD Edwards (JDE) experience
- Power BI experience
- Supplier performance management experience
- APICS/CPIM/CSCP or CPSM certifications
- Manufacturing or industrial supply chain background
Responsibilities
- Own purchase orders from placement through receipt
- Execute MRP recommendations including expedites, deferments, and order changes
- Prevent and resolve material shortages before they impact production
- Manage supplier relationships and drive accountability
- Analyze inventory risk, supplier performance, and procurement metrics
- Maintain accurate purchasing and ERP data
- Partner with Planning, Production, Engineering, Quality, Logistics, and Finance
- Drive continuous improvement across purchasing and supply chain operations
- Use JDE, Power BI, and Excel to make smart, data-driven decisions
Benefits
- 3 WEEKS of accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 10 additional company paid holidays
- 401K company matching
- Competitive Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance for you and your family
- 100% COMPANY PAID life insurance policy
- Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
