Buyer

Twin Disc, Incorporated•Racine, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and results-driven Buyer to join our Purchasing team in Racine, Wisconsin. This role is responsible for procuring materials and commodities at the lowest total cost while meeting quality, delivery, and production requirements. The Buyer will manage supplier relationships, resolve supply chain issues, support inventory optimization, and collaborate closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and other internal teams.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Accounting, or a related field
Minimum of 3 years of purchasing or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment (preferred)
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
ERP system experience required (JDE preferred)
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Excellent organizational and time management abilities
Strong written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

CPM or CPIM certification
Proven negotiation skills
Technical understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and machining
Demonstrated success driving supplier improvements in quality, delivery, and cost

Responsibilities

Procure assigned materials and commodities to support production schedules and business needs
Balance inventory levels and costs through sound purchasing decisions
Maintain full ownership of assigned part numbers and supplier performance
Ensure material availability and proactively address potential supply chain disruptions
Resolve issues related to quality, delivery, expediting, receiving, and invoicing
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers; hold vendors accountable for quality, cost, and delivery
Negotiate pricing, contracts, and supply agreements to drive cost reduction and performance improvements
Monitor and analyze supplier performance; initiate re-sourcing or dual sourcing when necessary
Maintain accurate part parameters and purchasing data within the ERP system (JDE or equivalent)
Leverage ERP tools (e.g., Supply & Demand, system messages) to identify issues and drive corrective actions
Partner closely with Engineering and Manufacturing on sourcing decisions, specifications, and Engineering Change Notices (ECNs)
Participate in cross-functional and Daily Management meetings, providing data and insights as required
Support inventory reduction initiatives and cost control efforts across commodities
Work with Quality to resolve receiving inspection issues and recover costs for vendor-related scrap or rework
Visit key suppliers as needed to strengthen relationships and ensure alignment