Buyer

Williams, White & Company•Moline, IL

45d•$65,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Buyer will support our manufacturing operations. Responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing materials and outside services required for custom equipment builds, with a strong emphasis on metals, weldments, and manufacturing-related services.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years' experience as a Buyer or similar procurement role.
High School diploma or related experience
Ability to convey design concepts and make quality-focused, cost-based decisions.
Time Management: Efficiently manage urgent production needs and deadlines.
Vendor Relations: Build B2B partnerships for raw materials and tool/die supplies.

Nice To Haves

Ability to read blueprints and AutoCAD designs to evaluate procurement needs.
Use critical thinking to forecast issues and implement creative solutions.
Flexible team player committed to clients needs and process improvement.
Dedicated to expanding technical knowledge and on-the-job expertise.

Responsibilities

Source and purchase raw materials, metals, weldments, and manufactured components to support production schedules.
Procure outside services including but not limited to machining, fabrication, welding, heat treating, painting/coating, cutting, inspection, and freight/logistics services.
Work closely with engineering and manufacturing to interpret BOMs, drawings, and specifications for both materials and services.
Identify, qualify, and manage material suppliers and service providers with a focus on quality, cost, and delivery performance.
Issue purchase orders for materials and services, track order status, and resolve shortages, quality issues, or delivery delays.
Negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms with vendors and service providers.
Coordinate outside processing and subcontracted work to align with production schedules.
Monitor inventory levels and support material planning for custom, project-based builds.
Ensure purchased materials and services meet quality, technical, and contractual requirements.
Maintain accurate purchasing records within the ERP/MRP system.
Continuously seek cost savings, alternate suppliers, and supply chain improvements.
Exercises discretion and independent judgment in carrying out assigned responsibilities.
Performs duties in accordance with company policies, procedures and regulations.
Other responsibilities may be assigned based on business needs.
Occasional travel may be required based on business needs.
Additional hours as necessary to meet business needs.
Additional duties as assigned.