Purchasing Assistant

Purchasing Assistant 3.0 3.0 out of 5 stars 900 Alderson Street, Schofield, WI 54476 Full-time Merrill Iron & Steel 64 reviews Full-time Attention Recent College Graduates!! Entry Level Opportunity in Supply Chain / Procurement / Purchasing Specialist If your degree is in Business Administration, Procurement, Logistics, Buying, or another related field, we want to talk with you!! Company Information MIS is a large-scale structural steel and heavy plate fabricator with the ability to apply sophisticated paint and fireproofing coatings. All manufacturing is completed in the US and is sourced out of three production facilities

• Schofield, WI, Camanche, Iowa, Springfield, MO.

and Osceola, AR MIS is made up of approximately 580 nonunion employees. MIS is a family business that was founded in 1962 by Roger H. Hinner. The company has grown and prospered over the years, serving the nation's structural steel needs for companies such as Ford, General Motors, Nissan, Volvo, and ThyssenKrupp. The company has also fabricated steel assemblies for large stadiums, arenas and structures such as Lambeau Field, Miller Park, the Resch Center, Camp Randall Stadium, Soldier Field, U.S. Bank Stadium, Wisconsin Entertainment and Sports Center, Orlando International Airport, Detroit Metropolitan Airport, Tyson Events Center, Kansas City Wizards Stadium, Churchill Downs, Mercedes Benz Stadium, Citizens Bank Park, Detroit Events Center, and the University of Notre Dame. Position Summary As a member of the Purchasing team, the Buyer position is responsible for selecting vendors and materials that provide the most value to MIS. This involves pricing, negotiating, comparing, and monitoring inventory. By selecting the best incoming materials, we can assure the best quality and prices for our customers. Personal Characteristics Certain personal characteristics, which are somewhat inherent and difficult to teach, are necessary for long-term success in this role.

These include:

Highly Motivated

• This person must be naturally motivated, work hard, and see the purpose in his or her work and stay focused to prioritize and get the work done. Value-Based Decision Maker
• Purchasing decisions often have many variables at play, such as price, quality, delivery time, payment terms, etc. This person must be able to weigh all the variables and the best overall decision. Dependable
• This person must follow through with commitments, have excellent attendance, and work the necessary hours to meet internal customer needs. Professional
• This person must be mature and act professional with vendors, fellow employees, and company ownership. Good with Numbers
• This role requires strong math skills a natural ability to add, subtract, and multiply costs. As a result, this person must have the abilities and skill to perform those tasks accurately and efficiently. Detail Oriented
• This person must be naturally attentive to detail, perform quality work, and notice small discrepancies or errors in others work. Productive
• This person must have the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.

Key Responsibilities Order materials required per the project schedule. Manage inventory and resolve issues. Work with Project Managers to resolve material issues. Receive materials and record material certifications. Negotiate material contracts and pricing. Cross train with other team members for backup purposes. Be willing to do whatever it takes within company guidelines to meet department goals and deadlines. Skills, Abilities, and Experience Associates degree in a related field preferred or equivalent experience. 1

• 3 years related experience preferred.

Computer skills, particularly with purchasing or accounting software required. Experience with negotiating contracts and pricing a plus. Experience with Steel and Paint products a plus. Ability to think outside the box to improve team procedures. Merrill Iron & Steel is an equal opportunity employer

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

In person