Buyer

WDP•Antwerp Township, MI

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Buyer Mattawan, Michigan Join our team as a Buyer! We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Buyer to join our team. In this role, you’ll play a key part in ensuring materials are available when needed, building strong supplier partnerships, and identifying opportunities to improve cost, efficiency, and processes. At Western Diversified Plastics, we are at the forefront of transforming engineering concepts into the automotive marvels of tomorrow. Located in Mattawan, Michigan, WDP is committed to providing innovative, reliable, and safe solutions to our customers in the automotive industry. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where your work directly supports operations, this is a great opportunity for you!

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, Procurement, or related field or 5+ years of purchasing/supply chain experience
Experience in a manufacturing environment (injection molding is a plus)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and ERP systems (IQMS experience is a plus)
Strong understanding of purchasing strategies and supplier management
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
A proactive, solution-oriented mindset
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Experience in a manufacturing environment (injection molding is a plus)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and ERP systems (IQMS experience is a plus)

Responsibilities

Prepare, issue, and manage purchase orders and supplier agreements
Process requisitions and provide updates on order status
Monitor inventory levels to maintain appropriate stock for production needs
Coordinate transportation and track shipments to ensure on-time-delivery
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams and suppliers
Research, evaluate, and compare suppliers, good, and services
Select suppliers based on reliability, quality, and cost-effectiveness
Request quotes and negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts
Analyze market trends to support informed purchasing decisions
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support production and business needs
Analyze the industry and demand trends and support sourcing strategies
Maintain accurate purchasing records and prepare reports
Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives
Support additional responsibilities as need to meet business and customer needs