Supply Chain Buyer

Barry-Wehmiller•Green Bay, WI

About The Position

The Supply Chain Buyer supports procurement and material planning to help ensure materials are available in time to meet production schedules and customer requirements. The role carries out purchasing and supplier support activities according to established policies, procedures, and ERP best practices while developing procurement and supply chain knowledge. The position works with suppliers and internal planning, operations, engineering, and quality teams to monitor and communicate material availability, support inventory management, and assist with supplier performance and issue resolution. It also contributes to sourcing, quotation, cost reduction, continuous improvement, reporting, and ERP initiatives under the guidance of senior team members. The role does not directly supervise other associates. It typically involves frequent computer use and occasional movement around a machine-shop environment, lifting items up to 30 pounds, and travel by air or car. Travel of up to 10% is listed.

Requirements

0–2 years of purchasing, supply chain, planning, manufacturing, internship, or related business experience.
Basic understanding of procurement and supply chain concepts.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to learn ERP systems and purchasing processes.
Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities.
Team-oriented mindset and willingness to learn.
Ability to build productive working relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
Ability to travel up to 10%.

Nice To Haves

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field.
Manufacturing experience.
APICS, ASCM, or CPSM certification.

Responsibilities

Create, release, and maintain purchase orders and schedule agreements in the ERP system.
Monitor supplier delivery commitments and communicate schedule changes as needed.
Follow up with suppliers regarding order acknowledgements, delivery dates, and shipment status.
Maintain accurate purchasing data, supplier information, pricing records, and system parameters.
Support inventory management initiatives by helping maintain proper stocking levels and minimizing shortages.
Assist with supplier performance tracking, including delivery, quality, and responsiveness metrics.
Collaborate with planning, operations, engineering, and quality teams to support material availability.
Participate in daily production and supply chain meetings to communicate material status.
Assist with supplier issue resolution and escalate concerns when appropriate.
Support quotation requests and supplier sourcing activities under the guidance of senior team members.
Assist in cost reduction and continuous improvement projects.
Generate reports and analyze purchasing and inventory data as assigned.
Learn and apply procurement best practices, company policies, and supply chain processes.
Support ERP system initiatives and process improvement activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.