Buyer II

TITLE: Buyer II

BASED AT: Harken, Inc., Pewaukee, WI

STATUS: Exempt, Full Time

Join the Harken Team: Innovating for Over 50 Years

Harken, Inc. is a global leader in innovative solutions for the marine and safety industries. Headquartered in Pewaukee, Wisconsin, with manufacturing facilities in the USA and Italy, we take pride in our world-class engineering, craftsmanship, and dedication to excellence.

Our global footprint spans 48 countries, supported by group offices in exciting locations like Australia, France, Italy, New Zealand, the Netherlands, Poland, Sweden, the UK, and across the United States—from Rhode Island to Washington.

For over half a century, Harken's Marine Division has set the industry standard for pulley blocks, deck hardware, winches, and hydraulics, serving sailboats ranging from 8 to over 300 feet. Building on this strong foundation, Harken is charting new courses with our Safety and Rescue Division, unlocking opportunities for innovation and growth.

The Opportunity:

Harken is seeking a Buyer II to join our team. In this position, you will be responsible for purchasing, scheduling and monitoring assigned materials to support production requirements, inventory objectives, customer demand and overall company goals. This role works closely with suppliers and internal departments to ensure parts availability, cost effectiveness, quality performance and on-time delivery.

What you will do:

• Issue and manage purchase orders for components and indirect goods using Microsoft Dynamics D365.
• Monitor supplier delivery again PO dates to prevent supply disruptions.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and payment terms with prospective and existing suppliers.
• Work with AP and Quality to resolve invoice discrepancies, supplier non-conformances and RMA’s.
• Research new and maintain existing supplier relationships that support quality improvement, cost reduction, on-time delivery and overall supply continuity.
• Request and evaluate supplier quote for best pricing, quality and delivery while assessing total cost of ownership.
• Support Engineering on new product sourcing process: quoting, prototypes, PPAP runs and initial production runs.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives within assigned commodities by benchmarking market pricing, competitive bidding, and supplier moves.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

What you bring:

Education and Experience:

• 3 years of buying or purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance or related field of study, or equivalent work experience.
• Experience working with MRP/ERP system for purchasing and inventory control

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using Microsoft Dynamic 365 operating system
• CSCP or CPIM certification
• Experience reading BOM’s and drawings used in a manufacturing environment

Key Skills for Success include:

• Proficient at using Microsoft Office Suite programs, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently as well as function effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to communicate professionally with suppliers and internal customers
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as work independently as needed
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude and sense of urgency when addressing material or supplier concerns.

Why you will love working at Harken:

What truly sets Harken apart is our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and the unique culture of ownership it fosters. Every team member is empowered to think and act like an owner, driving a workplace culture built on drive, humility, ingenuity, integrity, and ownership. At Harken, you’re not just an employee—you’re a valued stakeholder in our future.

At Harken, our work is guided by five core values:

• Drive – Taking initiative, setting ambitious goals, and pursuing excellence
• Humility – Welcoming feedback, learning from others, and prioritizing team success
• Ingenuity – Solving complex problems with practical, elegant solutions
• Integrity – Delivering honest work and upholding the highest standards
• Ownership – Taking pride in our products, our people, and our future

Why join Harken :

• Employee-owned company (ESOP)
• Growing global organization
• Modern, clean, and organized manufacturing environment
• Strong culture of craftsmanship, innovation, and continuous improvement
• Internal growth opportunities and ongoing skills development
• 401(k) that includes a company match
• Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance coverage
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account and health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off after 90 day probationary period
• Employee referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• On-site Gym

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Submit your resume via email to: View email address on click.appcast.io

Harken is an equal opportunity employer.