Buyer

Ritchie Engineering • Bloomington, MN

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Ritchie Engineering Co., Inc. is a family-owned company that has been innovating HVAC & Refrigeration tools and test equipment for more than 75 years. From idea conception through development, production, and shipment; every team member plays a crucial role ensuring the quality, reliability, and efficiency of these American-made products.

The Buyer role is responsible for the purchasing of new and existing parts based on demand in company ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system, including assisting in supplier selection, supplier evaluation, and providing recommendations on changes in both process and partners to Supply Chain Manager. This role works extensively in an ERP environment and the ability to operate in such an environment is crucial.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• Two years of experience in domestic and international purchasing in an ERP/MRP environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including with non-native English speakers
• Experience working in ERP systems for procurement
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations (discounts, interest, proportions, percentages)

Nice To Haves

• APICS Certifications
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, logistics, or similar field

Responsibilities

• Procure parts from domestic and international suppliers based on ERP-driven demand.
• Request and update supplier pricing, terms, and schedules to ensure optimal cost and availability.
• Expedite or de-expedite orders to align with demand fluctuations.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and schedule changes with suppliers.
• Communicate adjustments to maintain part availability.
• Plan purchases to optimize inventory levels while considering space, shelf-life, and total landed costs.
• Support new product development with procurement activities.
• Evaluate and onboard alternative suppliers for existing products.
• Conduct supplier visits, document transactions, and resolve issues.
• Track incoming orders using freight forwarder software.
• Maintain supplier scorecards and provide quarterly reports.
• Record and maintain order documentation for compliance and supplier evaluation.
• Team-oriented mindset with cross-departmental collaboration skills.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Highly self-motivated with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Other duties as assigned including training others on known processes

Benefits

• 401(k) Retirement Plan: 100% company match with no vesting schedule on up to 4% of your contributions
• Health Insurance: Two Medical Plans that include telemedicine options for 24/7 access to healthcare professionals for you and your family, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Account options to suit your needs
• Company Paid Insurance: Long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, and life insurance at no additional cost
• Paid Time Off (PTO): We value work life balance and offer a generous PTO plan for exempt employees. You will start with 52 hours during the first 6 months, with accrual increasing to 160 hours annually after 6 months. The accrual rate will continue to increase with tenure up to 202 hours annually after 20 years of service.
• Holiday Pay: In addition to PTO, all employees receive up to 80 hours of paid holidays annually
• Referral program: Earn rewards for helping the team grow

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree