Buyer

Summary

The Buyer places purchase orders with approved suppliers for raw materials, equipment, machinery, tools, parts, products and services necessary for the operation of the organization. Maintain, coordinate, & communicate delivery schedules between suppliers and requesters. Resolve quantity, quality, and invoice problems with suppliers. Maintain accurate records to support the procurement process.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The essential duties and responsibilities of this position are:

• Places purchase orders in company procurement system module as releases against master agreements.
• In accordance with Waukesha Bearings Procurement Policies & Procedures and other company procedure, conducts competitive bidding (RFQ) actions for procurement of products and services which are not covered by an existing contract. Awards business to the bidder presenting the lowest Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) while ensuring product and service quality meet or exceed required levels.
• Directly negotiates procurement actions when multiple suppliers do not exist for required products and services, provided that a Single/Sole Source Award Waiver has been approved.
• Place purchase orders with approved suppliers based on approved requests, approved requisitions, buy cards, or other automatic order systems such as kanban, steel bar program, etc. Includes data entry, printing, sending and filing of purchase orders. Work with planner/schedulers via routings for order placement with approved subcontract suppliers. Ensures necessary drawings, specifications, and special information is part of purchase order and forwarded to suppliers.
• Maintains accurate records, and electronic and manual filing systems for all purchase orders, attachments, quotations, requisitions, etc. in accordance with standard documentation control procedures.
• Approves and resolves invoice discrepancies as directed by the Senior Buyer. Works with Accounting group as well for resolution of discrepancies.
• Responsible for returning non-confirming goods to suppliers via approved processes as directed by Senior Buyer.
• Responsible for on-time delivery from suppliers. Works with open order report to ensure schedules are maintained and communicates when changes occur with planner/schedulers and other interested parties. As requested, expedites or adjusts scheduled deliveries of materials with suppliers.
• Confidentially handles pricing and supplier information on a routine basis.
• As assigned, does other duties associated with the Procurement Department according to standard operating procedures and policies. These duties can include answering overhead phones, arranging for meals, and sorting mail, as well as larger projects such as soliciting EEO and Small Business supplier surveys.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Qualifications

• Strong planning, organizational, analytical, communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to utilize Microsoft Office software (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Working knowledge and understanding of ERP/MRP systems and their use in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to demonstrate solid written and oral communication skills.

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma required
• Associates degree or Bachelor’s degree in business administration, material management or similar a plus
• At least 3 - 5 years progressive experience in a manufacturing environment with procurement
• Syteline experience is a plus

Language Skills

Good oral communication and strong written communication skills. Ability to communicate in a concise and meaningful manner with department managers and senior management. Good ability to read and understand blueprints, technical materials, and legal documents is required.

Mathematical Skills

Strong math abilities required in basic spreadsheet functionality and comprehension. Ability to correctly apply percentages required in procurement transactions.

Reasoning Ability

Strong reasoning ability is required to be able to pro-actively manage supplier negotiations, complex business decisions, and business matters of a sophisticated nature

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are 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 the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Summary

The Buyer places purchase orders with approved suppliers for raw materials, equipment, machinery, tools, parts, products and services necessary for the operation of the organization. Maintain, coordinate, & communicate delivery schedules between suppliers and requesters. Resolve quantity, quality, and invoice problems with suppliers. Maintain accurate records to support the procurement process.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The essential duties and responsibilities of this position are:

• Places purchase orders in company procurement system module as releases against master agreements.
• In accordance with Waukesha Bearings Procurement Policies & Procedures and other company procedure, conducts competitive bidding (RFQ) actions for procurement of products and services which are not covered by an existing contract. Awards business to the bidder presenting the lowest Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) while ensuring product and service quality meet or exceed required levels.
• Directly negotiates procurement actions when multiple suppliers do not exist for required products and services, provided that a Single/Sole Source Award Waiver has been approved.
• Place purchase orders with approved suppliers based on approved requests, approved requisitions, buy cards, or other automatic order systems such as kanban, steel bar program, etc. Includes data entry, printing, sending and filing of purchase orders. Work with planner/schedulers via routings for order placement with approved subcontract suppliers. Ensures necessary drawings, specifications, and special information is part of purchase order and forwarded to suppliers.
• Maintains accurate records, and electronic and manual filing systems for all purchase orders, attachments, quotations, requisitions, etc. in accordance with standard documentation control procedures.
• Approves and resolves invoice discrepancies as directed by the Senior Buyer. Works with Accounting group as well for resolution of discrepancies.
• Responsible for returning non-confirming goods to suppliers via approved processes as directed by Senior Buyer.
• Responsible for on-time delivery from suppliers. Works with open order report to ensure schedules are maintained and communicates when changes occur with planner/schedulers and other interested parties. As requested, expedites or adjusts scheduled deliveries of materials with suppliers.
• Confidentially handles pricing and supplier information on a routine basis.
• As assigned, does other duties associated with the Procurement Department according to standard operating procedures and policies. These duties can include answering overhead phones, arranging for meals, and sorting mail, as well as larger projects such as soliciting EEO and Small Business supplier surveys.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Qualifications

• Strong planning, organizational, analytical, communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to utilize Microsoft Office software (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Working knowledge and understanding of ERP/MRP systems and their use in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to demonstrate solid written and oral communication skills.

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma required
• Associates degree or Bachelor’s degree in business administration, material management or similar a plus
• At least 3 - 5 years progressive experience in a manufacturing environment with procurement
• Syteline experience is a plus

Language Skills

Good oral communication and strong written communication skills. Ability to communicate in a concise and meaningful manner with department managers and senior management. Good ability to read and understand blueprints, technical materials, and legal documents is required.

Mathematical Skills

Strong math abilities required in basic spreadsheet functionality and comprehension. Ability to correctly apply percentages required in procurement transactions.

Reasoning Ability

Strong reasoning ability is required to be able to pro-actively manage supplier negotiations, complex business decisions, and business matters of a sophisticated nature

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are 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 the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Antigo, WI 54409 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $1,000 - $60,000