Buyer

Buyer

You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part of the places where we live, work, and play – all day, everyday.

Zekeelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We're proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.

We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports, and more.

Come build a career you believe in.

About the Role

As a Buyer at Zekelman Industries, you will play a key role in supporting procurement operations by executing purchasing strategies, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring materials and services are secured at the best value, quality, and service levels. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes initiative, and enjoys building strong partnerships while driving cost-effective purchasing solutions. This is a full-time position located at our Farrell, PA plant.

What You'll Do

• Assists in daily purchasing functions and supports multiple facilities as needed • Converts purchase requisitions into purchase orders to support maintenance, repair, and operations activities • Approves and processes auto-reorder inventory purchase requisitions on a daily basis • Evaluates and selects critical MRO vendors while supporting annual vendor audits and certification requirements • Negotiates MRO contracts, vendor-managed inventory (VMI), and consignment programs with external suppliers • Manages office purchasing requirements, including office supplies, equipment, and cost-saving initiatives • Issues purchase requisitions and purchase orders for annual framework agreements and approved capital projects • Partners with accounts payable to resolve invoice discrepancies and payment issues • Provides backup support for MRO Coordinators during absences • Completes special projects and assignments as directed by upper management

Who You Are

• 5+ years of purchasing or MRO experience, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment • Associate degree in Business, Purchasing, Marketing, or a related field preferred • CPP or CPPM certification preferred • Proficient in computer software applications; SAP experience preferred but not required • Demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills across all levels of the organization • Exercises initiative, independent judgment, and accountability in managing projects and priorities • Builds effective vendor and cross-functional relationships to support operational success

Physical Abilities

• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while working at a computer • Ability to occasionally move throughout office and plant environments • Ability to communicate effectively with internal teams, vendors, and suppliers • Ability to occasionally lift and move office materials or supplies as needed

What You'll Get

Zekeelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, loyalty awards, and much more:

• Competitive Compensation • Bonus Plan & Profit-Sharing Opportunities • 401(k) with Company Match • Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance • Tuition Assistance Program • Paid Vacation & Holidays • Employee Loyalty Awards

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary range for this position offers will be determined based on experience, education, skill set, and interview performance.

Zekeelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.

M/F/D/V

We are Zekelman Industries.

We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.

We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.