Buyer

MILTON MANUFACTURING INC•Detroit, MI

21d•Onsite

About The Position

The Buyer is responsible for purchasing raw materials, hardware, services, and outside processing that directly support our manufacturing operations. Raw materials include aluminum and steel (sheet and plate). Outside processing includes coating, plating, heat treating, and other special processes performed by outside vendors.

Requirements

Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a team-oriented attitude.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Detail-oriented and execution-focused.
0–2 years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to purchasing or procurement in a manufacturing environment is a plus.
Familiarity with or interest in metals, hardware, services, or outside processing (coating, plating, heat treating, and other special processes) is a plus.
Basic understanding of or eagerness to learn supplier sourcing, vendor management, and cost analysis.
Ability to manage supplier relationships beyond basic PO processing.
Experience in manufacturing environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

Purchases raw materials (aluminum and steel sheet and plate), hardware, services, and outside processing (coating, plating, heat treating, and other special processes), managing supplier sourcing, pricing, lead times, and availability.
Assists in sourcing and evaluating suppliers to support quality, cost efficiency, and on-time delivery.
Supports pricing and terms discussions with suppliers, including service centers and component vendors.
Issues and manages purchase orders, monitors delivery schedules, and proactively follows up on shortages or delays.
Partners with Scheduling, production, engineering, and quality teams to align material supply with manufacturing requirements.
Supports supplier performance tracking and assists with follow-up on delivery or quality issues.
Maintains accurate procurement and supplier data within ERP and related tracking systems.
Supports cost-reduction and continuous improvement initiatives.
Learns and follows compliance requirements including ITAR and ISO 9001 where applicable.
Develops awareness of raw material market conditions, supplier capacity, and cost drivers.
Performs other duties as assigned.