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Job Description
Join a growing but well-established manufacturing company in Milton! Here, your contributions as a Buyer will have a direct impact on operations, supplier partnerships, and overall business success. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive, go-getter professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys being part of a team that values collaboration, initiative, and continuous improvement. For consideration and more detail, please call Aislynn at 608-716-5643!ResponsibilitiesManage the purchasing process for raw materials, components, and supplies to support production schedules and business needs. Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiate pricing and delivery terms, and ensure timely procurement of quality materials. Monitor inventory levels, demand trends, and purchase orders to help maintain optimal stock levels and minimize disruptions. Partner with production, planning, operations, and warehouse teams to align purchasing activities with manufacturing requirements. Evaluate supplier performance related to cost, quality, and on-time delivery, and identify opportunities for improvement and savings. Maintain accurate purchasing records, track order status, and resolve issues related to shortages, delays, or discrepancies. Qualifications5+ years of experience in a Buyer or purchasing role, preferably within a manufacturing environment. Based on general knowledge.
Strong negotiation, vendor management, and purchase order management skills. Based on general knowledge.
Experience working with ERP or MRP systems and proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications. Based on general knowledge.
Ability to analyze inventory needs, prioritize multiple requests, and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment. Based on general knowledge.
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills. Based on general knowledge.
Go-getter attitude with a proactive approach to problem-solving, continuous improvement, and delivering results. Based on general knowledge.