Buyer

Neenah, WI


Order: 4295325162


Order Type : 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.

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.

Required Skills & Experience

• Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience: Previous experience in purchasing, plus 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Technical Proficiency: MRP exposure is required. Must have intermediate computer skills (e-mail, internet, Word, and Excel).
• Soft Skills: Proven strong communications and interpersonal skills for effective internal collaboration and supplier negotiation.
• Physical Requirement: Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs.

Bonus Points (Desirable Skills)

• 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.

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