Materials Buyer

Transco Rail Services As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best. Build Your Career in Operations Leadership At Transco Rail Services, we don’t just repair railcars, we keep critical industries moving. As part of Marmon Rail (a Berkshire Hathaway company), we operate a growing network of facilities and field service teams across North America, supporting customers in transportation, energy, and manufacturing. We are seeking a Materials Buyer to support site operations by ensuring the timely procurement and availability of materials needed to keep production moving. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented supply chain professional who enjoys working cross-functionally, managing supplier relationships, and driving operational efficiency. What You’ll Do: As a Materials Buyer, you will play a critical role in supporting production by planning, purchasing, and tracking materials while maintaining strong supplier relationships and inventory accuracy. On any given day, you will: Create and issue purchase orders to approved suppliers based on system demand Maintain accurate purchase order information, pricing, and delivery dates within ERP/MRP systems Coordinate material availability with site Materials Management and production teams Monitor supplier delivery performance and address shortages or delivery concerns Work with the Expediting team to resolve supplier issues and improve on-time delivery Support inventory optimization by utilizing existing stock and reducing excess inventory Challenge supplier lead times, cost increases, and delivery commitments when appropriate Escalate supplier quality, cost, and delivery concerns to Category Management Participate in cost savings and continuous improvement initiatives Generate daily, weekly, and monthly purchasing and inventory-related reports Assist with procurement audits and annual physical inventory activities Support resolution of supplier discrepancies, return authorizations, and data integrity issues What Makes This Role Different: Supply Chain Impact - Directly influence production success by ensuring critical materials arrive on time and at the right cost. Cross-Functional Collaboration - Work closely with operations, inventory management, suppliers, expediting teams, and leadership to drive results. Team Development – Opportunity to lead, coach, and grow a skilled workforce Fast-Paced Environment - Every day brings new challenges, from resolving supplier issues to supporting operational priorities and inventory needs. What We’re Looking For: We’re seeking a motivated procurement professional with strong analytical skills and a commitment to operational excellence. Requirements: Associate’s degree or equivalent experience 2-4 years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or operations environment Experience creating and managing purchase orders through ERP/MRP systems Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to monitor inventory requirements and support demand planning activities Experience communicating with suppliers and resolving delivery or quality issues Strong Microsoft Excel and reporting skills Excellent organizational and time-management abilities Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high accuracy and attention to detail Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or a related field Experience in rail, manufacturing, heavy industrial, transportation, or maintenance environments Understanding of inventory management and material planning concepts Experience supporting cost reduction and supplier performance initiatives Work Environment: Combination of office and operational facility environments Frequent interaction with production, warehouse, and materials teams Fast-paced environment with changing priorities and production schedules Extended computer and system usage Occasional participation in inventory counts and facility audits Site Specific Details: (To be customized per posting/location) Location: Waterloo, Iowa Shift: First Shift, Monday- Friday 6:00am - 4:00pm Compensation: $55,000 - $65,000 Salaried Exempt Role Compensation & Benefits We know this role requires skill, flexibility, and commitment, and we compensate accordingly. What you can expect: Competitive base salary Stable, long-term career within a growing organization Full Benefits – Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision 401(k) with company match Company-paid life and disability insurance Paid time off + paid holidays Employee Assistance Program Paid time off and holidays Career growth opportunities across Marmon/Berkshire Hathaway companies Why Transco? At Transco, you’re not just taking a job, you’re joining a company that: Prioritizes safety and people first Invests in training and development Offers real career mobility, not just lateral moves Is backed by the strength and stability of a global organization Equal Opportunity Employer Transco is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected status. Pay Range: 53,100.00 - 64,900.00 We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, and more! Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to View email address on click.appcast.io, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying. #J-18808-Ljbffr