Buyer - Materials Management

KI • Green Bay, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

KI is looking for a Buyer to join our Materials Management team at our Green Bay headquarters. This position is responsible for sourcing and purchasing materials and components to support manufacturing operations. This role is also responsible for continuous supplier improvement.

Requirements

• Associates Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management or related field
• Professional experience in purchasing, inventory management, production planning, or related fields
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and MRP systems

Nice To Haves

• Experience with ISO requirements and audits are a plus

Responsibilities

• Analyze inventory levels for assigned items to determine which items and quantities need to be purchased.
• Place purchase orders with suppliers for materials and components used in the production process.
• Work with suppliers on delivery date changes, quantity changes and cancellations.
• Update Process Managers, Schedulers and Material Manager of any potential material availability considerations.
• Provide suppliers with projected usage and stocking level input.
• Visual color matching of components to color standards.
• Identify potential supplier sources capable of meeting requirements consistent with MWBE policy.
• Drive to prospective supplier factories and visually evaluate the physical conditions and processes deployed on the plant floor and in the office.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions.
• Notify suppliers of quality concerns and work with them on root cause identification and corrective action.
• Work with suppliers to identify and implement cost saving ideas (CSI).
• Work with suppliers to deploy lean principles and quick response manufacturing concepts in their operations.

Benefits

• Participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Competitive Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• A 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation, Sick Days, & Holidays
• Wellness Resources: Access to an on-site fitness center, fitness reimbursement program, and on-site nurse.
• Onsite Café
• Employee Product Discounts
• Educational Reimbursement Program
• Full Benefits Package: Includes life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

What This Job Offers

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