Buyer

Wabash•Lafayette, IN

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Buyer places purchase orders from MRP to support production requirements and modifies orders as needed. The role expedites materials, communicates material shortages, and works to ensure quality products are delivered on time while meeting or exceeding inventory goals. The Buyer manages non-conforming materials, clears receipt discrepancies in Coupa, and participates in purchasing-related meetings with Central Purchasing. The position works with suppliers and internal departments to confirm orders and pricing, resolve invoice issues, and support sourcing and cost-saving activities. It also involves coordinating multiple tasks and completing other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree.
Five years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Two years of purchasing or material-related experience.
Respect and follow safety policies and regulations to promote a safe workplace.
Be honest, dependable, and a cooperative team player.
Exceptional work ethic; be a self-starter willing to do what it takes to complete tasks.
Ability to multitask, coordinate several tasks concurrently, and complete tasks promptly.
Ability to interact and work cooperatively with others and with departments such as accounting, sales, and engineering.
Proficiency in SAP.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Demonstrated analytical and negotiation skills.
Problem-solving skills.
Access to a desktop or laptop PC with a standard operating system and office applications.

Nice To Haves

Leadership training to improve organizational performance.
Proficiency with SAP is noted as a plus.

Responsibilities

Issue purchase orders and modify them as needed to support production requirements.
Run the Past Due report and respond according to material requirements.
Receive and confirm orders in SAP once acknowledged by the supplier.
Expedite orders for short lead-time or replacement materials.
Confirm pricing and update SAP Information Records.
Build relationships with suppliers.
Meet with suppliers and participate in sourcing and cost-saving activities with Central Purchasing.
Resolve invoice issues.
Communicate material shortages and help ensure quality products are delivered on time.
Manage non-conforming materials and clear receipt discrepancies in Coupa.
Participate in purchasing-related meetings with Central Purchasing.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.