Buyer

Job Summary This position is responsible for continuously monitoring and analyzing production requirements to minimize on hand inventories by ensuring no shortages for direct materials. The Buyer is responsible for buying supplies for production. Main Responsibilities Procure and monitor direct materials to ensure adequate supply while minimizing inventory levels, including lumber, plywood, OSB, steel, Nefab components, fasteners, pallets, corrugate, foams, hardware, paint, and other production supplies. Manage raw material inventory and warehouse organization across FG Warehouse, RM Warehouse, and Lumber Yard, including stock boxes, kanban, housekeeping, and overall material flow. Coordinate month-end physical inventory counts for raw materials, including counting, reporting, AX data entry, usage and waste reports, stock reconciliation, troubleshooting, and variance analysis. Negotiate pricing and supplier terms for indirect materials such as PPE, banding, inks, glue, tools, consumables, bits, blades, oils, greases, and miscellaneous items. Track supplier performance and cost reduction opportunities by measuring service, quality, and pricing trends, then using that data to improve supplier performance and lower total acquisition cost. Support KPI reporting and inventory control by monitoring stockouts, raw material coverage, and commodity pricing, while continuously improving sourcing and working methods. Minimum Experience And Education Requirements EDUCATION Bachelor's degree or College Diploma in a business-related discipline Experience 5 + years of buying and/or sourcing experience preferably in a manufacturing environment Experience budgeting and preparing financial reports Experience negotiating with multiple suppliers LANGUAGES Fluent in English, both written and verbal Professional Principles To act in a professional and ethical manner at all times. To maintain a positive work environment and recognize that this is a shared responsibility and includes recognition, respect, co-operation and open communication. Skills And Competences Attention to detail Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent judgment and decision-making skills ADDITIONAL INFORMATION (I. E. JOB ENVIRONMENT) Maintain knowledge and ensure that work is in compliance with the provision of the Act, the regulations and all health and safety policies, programs and practices, as they pertain to the workplace. Report to the employer, supervisor or a Health & Safety representative, any contravention of the Act or regulations, or any hazard they are aware of. Use or wear equipment, protective devices or clothing that the employer requires to be used or worn in a manner that will not endanger the client, themselves or another employee. Report immediately to the employer or supervisor the absence of or defect in any equipment or protective device of which the employee is aware and which may endanger the client, themselves or another employee. Ensure that they do not engage in any prank, contest, and feat of strength, unnecessary running or rough and boisterous conduct. Physical Demands The physical demands and work environment described is representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Physical Environment The duties of this job include physical activities such as stooping, kneeling, standing, reaching, walking, lifting (1-40lbs), gripping, pushing/pulling, talking, hearing/listening, seeing/observing, and repetitive motions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus. Work Environment Office working conditions are normal for an office environment. Work may require local and international travel, overnight travel and weekend and/or evening work. The Buyer role has daily stress due to strict deadlines and responsibility in accuracy. The incumbent is faced with constant interruptions and frequently meets with others. Plant working conditions include noise in excess of 90 dlb, Temperature ranging from 5– 34 Celsius, and some dust. Personal Protection Equipment is provided. HEALTH AND SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL OBLIGATIONS HEALTH AND SAFETY In Nefab we are serious about improving employee safety, reducing workplace risks, and creating better and safer working conditions. Nefab provides a working environment that is healthy, safe and in accordance with international standards and local laws for all employees. ENVIRONMENT We optimize total cost and reduce environmental impact with innovative packaging and logistics solutions. Sustainability is an integral part of our value proposition to the market. Working with sustainability means that we care for the welfare of our employees and other stakeholders while maintaining balance in the economic, social, and environmental aspects of our business. Company Values And Ways Of Working Our core values are Simplicity, Empowerment and Respect. Our ways of working are characterized by Customer First, Cooperation, and Communication. This means that we are always putting customers first, through cooperation and communication. We respect each other and the environment. People are empowered to grow and innovate to simplify. Application The application deadline is 30 July 2026. Nefab is an equal opportunity employer, embracing diversity and inclusion. We are committed to building teams with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We believe everyone has talent, and therefore welcome all applications. We are part of the Nefab Group, which was founded in 1949 and is a world leading global provider of sustainable packaging solutions and logistics optimization services. Nefab saves environmental and financial resources by optimizing supply chains. We do this by innovating together with our customers to create smarter packaging and logistics solutions while always respecting people and high ethical standards. This contributes to a better tomorrow for our customers, for society, and for the environment. With more than 75 years of experience combined with competence and presence in 38 countries , we offer global solutions and local service worldwide to companies in industries such as Telecom, Datacom, Semicon, Energy, Healthcare equipment, Mining & Construction, and LiB & E-mobility. Nefab Group has around 5,000 employees with a yearly turnover of 10.3 BSEK. The owners are the Nordgren/Pihl family and FAM AB, a privately owned holding company within the Wallenberg Ecosystem. #J-18808-Ljbffr