Buyer - GCG CableMaster - New Berlin, WI - Onsite

Genuine Cable Group•New Berlin, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

CableMaster, a GCG company, is seeking an experienced Buyer to support purchasing for its cable assembly manufacturing operations in New Berlin, Wisconsin. The Buyer sources and purchases raw materials, components, supplies, and services needed to keep production moving efficiently, working with suppliers and internal teams to ensure timely deliveries, competitive costs, and dependable support for production requirements. The position is onsite five days per week, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time. The role requires a manufacturing procurement background, attention to supplier reliability and purchasing accuracy, and the ability to solve problems in a fast-paced, production-driven environment.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or a Buyer role within a manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of purchasing processes, supplier management, and material procurement in a production-driven operation.
Experience using ERP or MRP systems to manage purchasing transactions and supplier information.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and standard business applications.
Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively with suppliers and internal teams.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining accuracy and follow-through.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
Experience with Oracle ERP systems.
Experience purchasing raw materials, electrical components, wire and cable, or related products for manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

Manage purchase orders from requisition through receipt, ensuring accuracy, timely delivery, and alignment with manufacturing requirements.
Purchase raw materials, components, maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) supplies, and services while balancing cost, quality, and lead time.
Monitor open purchase orders, coordinate delivery commitments with suppliers, and address delays that could disrupt production.
Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier information, and transactional data in ERP and procurement systems.
Identify and evaluate suppliers, request and compare quotations, and negotiate pricing, lead times, and purchasing terms.
Build and maintain supplier relationships that support material availability, product quality, and dependable service.
Monitor supplier performance, address delivery or quality concerns, and support corrective actions.
Partner with production, engineering, quality, sales, and supply chain teams to understand purchasing requirements and support manufacturing schedules.
Resolve purchasing and material-related issues, including shortages, quality concerns, order discrepancies, and supplier delivery challenges.
Identify opportunities to reduce purchasing costs, improve procurement processes, and strengthen supplier performance.