Buyer

Job Description

Job Description

About Twin Disc

At Twin Disc, we don’t just build products—we power innovation around the world. As a global leader in power transmission technology, we are continuously evolving to meet the needs of our customers across diverse industries.

Our success is driven by talented people who thrive in a flexible, outcome-focused environment . We support a connected, global workforce where ideas, performance, and collaboration matter.

Position Title: Buyer

We’re looking for a detail-oriented, results-driven Buyer who is ready to take ownership and make an impact.

In this role, you will drive procurement strategy, manage supplier relationships, and ensure materials flow seamlessly to production . You’ll play a critical role in balancing cost, quality, and delivery—while helping us continuously improve our supply chain.

What You’ll Do

As a Buyer at Twin Disc, you will:

• Own procurement for assigned materials and commodities to support production
• Ensure material availability and proactively resolve supply chain risks
• Build and manage strong supplier relationships, holding vendors accountable
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and agreements to drive cost savings
• Monitor supplier performance and implement improvement or re-sourcing strategies
• Collaborate closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams
• Use ERP tools (JDE or similar) to analyze supply/demand and drive decisions
• Resolve issues related to delivery, quality, invoicing, and inventory
• Support inventory optimization and cost reduction initiatives
• Contribute insights in cross-functional and Daily Management meetings
• Partner on engineering changes (ECNs) and sourcing decisions
• Travel occasionally to supplier sites to strengthen relationships

What You Bring

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Accounting, or related field
• Experience in purchasing or supply chain (manufacturing preferred)
• ERP experience (JDE strongly preferred)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

Preferred:

• CPIM or CPM certification
• Proven negotiation success
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and materials
• Experience driving supplier performance improvements

Why Join Twin Disc?

We believe great work happens when people feel supported, valued, and empowered.

Here’s what you can expect:

• ✅ Flexible work schedule for real work-life balance
• ✅ Competitive salary + annual incentive plans
• ✅ Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• ✅ 401(k) with exceptional employer match
• ✅ Generous paid time off
• ✅ Wellness programs and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• ✅ Opportunity to collaborate with a diverse, high-performing global team

Our Commitment

Twin Disc is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer . We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where every individual is respected and empowered to succeed.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you’re a proactive problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys driving results through supplier partnerships—we want to hear from you.

Apply today and help power the future with Twin Disc.

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