Buyer (Hybrid)

WENGER CORPORATION • Owatonna, MN

12d • $60,000 - $90,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Wenger Corporation is seeking a Buyer to coordinate procurement of products and services, ensuring an adequate supply for manufacturing at the best cost, service, and quality. The position is based at the Owatonna, Minnesota facility and follows a hybrid schedule of three days onsite and two days remote each week. Candidates should live within a reasonable commuting distance. Travel may be up to 25%.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, or a similar field, or at least 2 years of purchasing experience.
• Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) certification, or willingness to pursue and obtain it.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• MRP experience.

Nice To Haves

• EPICOR experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop favorable working relationships with suppliers and review their capabilities to ensure on-time delivery of purchased component parts and services.
• Purchase and coordinate assigned parts and services to achieve high quality, best cost, and low inventory.
• Expedite supplier orders as needed to support Wenger and production.
• Work with the Senior Buyer to monitor pricing fluctuations against published industry standards.
• Source new products or find new suppliers for existing parts as required.
• Provide information on parts and services to other departments.
• Lead supplier productivity, lead-time, and quality improvements to meet the company's operating needs.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• 9 paid holidays
• Profit sharing
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Spending accounts: HSA, FSA, and DCFSA
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Company-paid life insurance
• Supplemental life insurance
• Onsite fitness center
• Employee assistance program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level