Buyer

Buyer

We are seeking an experienced Buyer to join our procurement team in Racine County, Wisconsin. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of purchasing experience within a manufacturing environment, with a proven ability to manage supplier relationships, negotiate pricing, maintain inventory levels, and support production schedules. Candidates must currently reside within a reasonable commuting distance to Racine County and be able to commute daily. Relocation assistance is not available, and relocation candidates will not be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Procure raw materials, components, and indirect supplies to support manufacturing operations.
• Manage supplier relationships to ensure quality, cost, and delivery requirements are met.
• Issue and maintain purchase orders while tracking order status and delivery timelines.
• Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with production planning teams to prevent shortages or excess inventory.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms with suppliers to achieve cost savings and operational efficiency.
• Analyze purchasing data, supplier performance, and market trends to support strategic sourcing decisions.
• Resolve supplier delivery, quality, and invoicing issues in a timely manner.
• Partner with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Finance teams to support business objectives.
• Maintain accurate procurement records within the ERP/MRP system.
• Participate in supplier evaluations, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support inventory management and cycle count activities as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of purchasing or procurement experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of supply chain, inventory management, and procurement best practices.
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or related field.
• Experience sourcing metals, fabricated components, mechanical parts, or manufacturing materials.
• APICS, CPSM, CPM, or other purchasing/supply chain certifications.
• Experience supporting lean manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives.

Physical & Work Requirements

• Must be able to commute to Racine County, WI on a regular basis.
• Candidates requiring relocation will not be considered.
• Ability to work onsite and interact with suppliers, warehouse personnel, and production teams as needed.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Racine, WI.

The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $31.25/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Racine,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2026.