BUYER II

Build a Career Where Strategic Purchasing Drives Business Success At Weatherby, purchasing is more than placing orders-it's about building supplier partnerships, solving complex supply chain challenges, and ensuring the right materials arrive at the right time to support production and innovation. As a Buyer II, you'll take ownership of key supplier relationships, manage critical product lines, support new product development initiatives, and help drive continuous improvement across the supply chain. Summary The Buyer II is responsible for managing assigned suppliers, product lines, and procurement activities that support Weatherby's manufacturing and business operations. This role owns purchasing strategies for assigned commodities and vendors, oversees supplier performance, supports product development initiatives, manages inventory planning activities, and helps resolve quality, delivery, and cost challenges. The Buyer II serves as a key liaison between suppliers, Engineering, Product Development, Production, Quality, and Supply Chain leadership to ensure business objectives are achieved. What Makes You a Great Fit You enjoy building strong supplier relationships and negotiating mutually beneficial outcomes. You thrive in fast-paced manufacturing environments where priorities shift and problem-solving is essential. You understand how purchasing decisions impact inventory, production schedules, quality, and profitability. You are highly organized and able to manage multiple projects, suppliers, and timelines simultaneously. You communicate confidently with suppliers, cross-functional teams, and leadership. You are proactive, self-directed, and capable of identifying solutions before problems become disruptions. You enjoy working with data, ERP systems, and analytics to support informed decision-making. Why You'll Stay A Meaningful Purpose – Enriching the lives of our employees and our customers is a priority. A Mission We Are Proud Of – Weatherby is committed to delivering exceptional products to customers through premium craftsmanship, innovative design, and industry-leading ballistics-preserving our legacy as a trusted brand in the outdoor community. We Live Our Values – We hire by them, coach to them, and recognize them daily: Built to Serve Anchored in Integrity Stronger Together Driven by Precision Fueled by Grit Inspired to Create Committed to Growth Rooted in Passion Stability – Be part of a trusted company with strong supplier partnerships and long-term vision. Skill-Building – Gain experience in ERP/MRP systems, supplier management, imports, and lean practices. Team Culture – Work with a collaborative supply chain team that supports production success. What You'll Do Manage assigned suppliers, product lines, and procurement activities to ensure continuity of supply and operational success. Develop and execute purchasing plans for assigned vendors, commodities, and inventory categories. Create, modify, monitor, and close purchase orders within the ERP system while maintaining data integrity. Monitor supplier performance related to quality, delivery, responsiveness, and cost. Negotiate pricing, lead times, payment terms, and supplier agreements to support Weatherby objectives. Manage Peak44 supplier relationships, inventory, purchasing activities, and order fulfillment requirements. Support Peak44 Product Development initiatives by sourcing components, establishing supplier partnerships, and ensuring timely product launches. Coordinate international import documentation, freight arrangements, customs requirements, and supplier communications. Collaborate with Engineering regarding BOM changes, engineering change notices, print revisions, and new product introductions. Review technical drawings and specifications to support sourcing decisions and supplier communication. Work closely with Quality and Engineering to resolve supplier quality issues and implement corrective actions. Track supplier performance metrics and proactively address risks impacting production schedules. Communicate supply disruptions, delays, shortages, and risks to appropriate stakeholders. Maintain inventory planning parameters including reorder points, lead times, costing, Kanban, VMI, and Two-Bin systems. Support continuous improvement initiatives related to inventory management, material flow, procurement processes, and supplier performance. Coordinate return of defective materials and ensure timely supplier credits and corrective actions. Support cross-functional projects involving supply chain optimization, cost reduction, and operational efficiency. Represent Weatherby professionally when visiting supplier facilities and conducting supplier reviews. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Accounting, Operations, or related discipline preferred; equivalent experience considered. Minimum 3–5 years of purchasing, procurement, planning, or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment. Demonstrated experience managing suppliers, negotiating pricing, and resolving supply chain challenges. Experience supporting new product introductions, engineering changes, and supplier development activities preferred. Strong working knowledge of ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, Epicor, Oracle, Dynamics, Sage, or similar platforms. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with the ability to analyze, manipulate, and interpret data. Ability to read engineering drawings, bills of material, and technical documentation. Strong project management, organization, and prioritization skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple priorities. Demonstrated ability to build effective relationships with suppliers, peers, and leadership. Accountabilities & Measures Meet objectives assigned by the Supply Chain Manager during performance coaching. Achieve supplier quality, delivery, inventory, and cost targets. Maintain accurate purchasing, inventory, and supplier data within ERP systems. Ensure timely communication and resolution of supplier issues impacting operations. Support successful execution of new product launches and engineering changes. Maintain positive supplier relationships and favorable supplier performance ratings. Physical Requirements Primarily a sedentary role with extensive computer use. Occasionally stand, walk, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 42 pounds; carry up to 15 pounds. Work Environment Office/clerical environment with standard office equipment. Occasional exposure to manufacturing/factory settings with fumes, airborne particles, moving machinery, vibration, and moderate to loud noise levels. Equal Opportunity Employer Weatherby is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Disclaimer Must be 18 or older. Work is on site in Sheridan, WY. Pre-employment testing includes drug and alcohol screening, physical assessment, and background check. #J-18808-Ljbffr