A manufacturing company in Waukesha, Wisconsin is looking to hire a Buyer to join their team!

What You’ll Do:

• Review requisitions within ERP system, assessing item quantities, specifications, and delivery requirements.
• Identify and research potential sources for procurement.
• Issue RFQs for items not covered by existing agreements.
• Identify alternative suppliers based on quality, price, and delivery criteria when needed
• Reach out to potential vendors and negotiate terms to secure the best possible quotes.
• Evaluate quotations and determine the most suitable supplier, considering existing contracts or approved procurement procedures.
• Engage with vendor representatives as needed.
• Generate purchase orders for items and ensure adherence to budget limits.
• Negotiate the best possible pricing while balancing quality and delivery timelines.
• Monitor and follow up on purchase orders to ensure vendor compliance with agreed terms, particularly regarding delivery dates and item quantities/quality.
• Assess vendor performance based on firsthand experience, as well as feedback from receiving, engineering, and the shop floor.
• Maintain procurement records, tracking purchase orders and cost-saving initiatives.
• Address issues related to defective or unsatisfactory goods or services by collaborating with quality control, end users, vendors, and other stakeholders to identify the cause and implement corrective actions.
• Provide guidance and support to personnel handling invoicing, addressing any discrepancies or deficiencies.

Must Have Skills:

• Associate’s Degree in Business or related field preferred
• Two years purchasing experience in manufacturing environment
• Combination of equivalent education and experience
• ERP experience, SAP experience preferred
• Ability to interpret data from manufacturing requisitions and procure the materials needed at price/quality standards

Salary of $65 - 75K Annually - Flexibility depending on skills and education