Buyer

SEEK•Neenah, WI

14h•$55,000 - $60,000

About The Position

Office Direct Hire Buyer Are you a highly organized, driven individual with a passion for securing the best value in purchasing? We're looking for an experienced Buyer to play a critical role in ensuring an uninterrupted supply of quality parts at the lowest possible cost for our Neenah client’s manufacturing operation. Position – Buyer Job Location – Neenah, WI Starting Date – ASAP Employment Term – Temp to hire/Direct HIre Employment Type – Full time Work Hours (Shift) – 1st shift Starting Pay – Based on Experience - $55 to 60K per year Benefits – Medical, Vision, Dental, 401(K), Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Referral Bonus Required Education – High School Diploma/GED Required Experience – At least 2 years of experience As the Buyer, you will be the single point of contact for all purchasing, reporting directly to the Material Supervisor. Your work will be central to the company’s success, impacting operations across Inventory Control, Sales, Manufacturing, and Finance.

Requirements

Previous experience in purchasing, plus 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
MRP exposure is required.
Must have intermediate computer skills (e-mail, internet, Word, and Excel).
Proven strong communications and interpersonal skills for effective internal collaboration and supplier negotiation.
Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Bill of Material structuring.
Experience in the full supplier management cycle: quoting, order processing, and tracking delivery and quality performance.
Understanding of engineering drawings and flow charts.
Experience with ERP/MRP systems.
APICS or CPM classes and certifications.

Responsibilities

Own the Supply Chain: Be responsible for all purchasing, ensuring a continuous supply of materials needed for production and other uses.
Negotiate & Strategize: Proactively negotiate the best value with suppliers, implementing material strategies to identify and reduce long lead times and achieve cost savings.
System & Data Management: Review daily MRP exception messages and purchase order reports, taking appropriate action to ensure timely delivery. Maintain accurate purchasing data in our computer system.
Vendor Management: Resolve problems, grievances, and claims with suppliers. Conduct regular vendor reviews to discuss pricing, inventory, and process improvements.
Policy & Compliance: Prepare, approve, and issue purchase orders according to company policy. Review purchase order claims and contracts for conformance.
Analysis: Analyze market trends and delivery systems to assess future material needs.
Teamwork: Collaborate closely with internal departments to support manufacturing goals.