Buyer - GCG CableMaster - New Berlin, WI - Onsite

GOGcG•New Berlin, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

CableMaster, a GCG Company, is seeking an experienced Buyer to support purchasing for its cable assembly manufacturing operations in New Berlin, Wisconsin. The Buyer sources and purchases raw materials, components, MRO supplies, and services to keep production moving efficiently. The role works with suppliers and internal teams to ensure timely material delivery, competitive purchasing costs, and consistent support for production requirements. The position is onsite five days per week at 5349 S Emmer Drive, New Berlin, WI 53151, with a Monday-to-Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time. The successful candidate has a manufacturing procurement background, values supplier reliability and accurate purchasing execution, and can solve problems in a fast-paced, production-driven environment. CableMaster is a custom wire and cable distribution and manufacturing partner specializing in cord sets, cable assemblies, wire harnesses, and bulk wire and cable solutions for OEMs and electrical product distributors. It serves customers across industries including lighting, food service equipment, electronics, industrial equipment, power generation, home generators, and telecommunications. GCG describes its mission as powering, connecting, and automating the world, and states a commitment to its customers, the environment, its associates, and the communities it serves.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or a Buyer role within a manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of purchasing processes, supplier management, and material procurement in a production-driven operation.
Experience using ERP or MRP systems to manage purchasing transactions and supplier information.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and standard business applications.
Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively with suppliers and internal teams.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining accuracy and follow-through.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
Experience with Oracle ERP systems.
Experience purchasing raw materials, electrical components, wire and cable, or related products for manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

Manage purchase orders from requisition through receipt, ensuring accuracy, timely delivery, and alignment with manufacturing requirements.
Purchase raw materials, components, MRO supplies, and services while balancing cost, quality, and lead time.
Monitor open purchase orders, coordinate with suppliers on delivery commitments, and address delays that could disrupt production.
Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier information, and transactional data in ERP and procurement systems.
Identify and evaluate suppliers, request and compare quotations, and negotiate pricing, lead times, and purchasing terms.
Build and maintain supplier relationships that support material availability, product quality, and dependable service.
Monitor supplier performance, address delivery or quality concerns, and support corrective actions when needed.
Partner with production, engineering, quality, sales, and supply chain teams to understand purchasing requirements and support manufacturing schedules.
Resolve purchasing and material issues, including shortages, quality concerns, order discrepancies, and supplier delivery challenges.
Identify opportunities to reduce purchasing costs, improve procurement processes, and strengthen supplier performance.