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Buyer / Planner

Kurt
Minneapolis, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 2/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/22/2025

At Kurt Machining our employee experience and ability to solve complex manufacturing challenges set us apart. We provide precision CNC-machining services utilizing state-of-the-art manufacturing, quality, and automation technology. Since 1946 we have delivered innovative solutions to the world's most demanding customers and industries including aerospace, defense, semiconductor, oil and energy.

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Kurt Manufacturing is seeking a Buyer / Planner. The Buyer / Planner is responsible for purchasing the raw materials, components, and services needed to meet production requirements and surpass customer expectations. This position evaluates and analyzes supplier quotes, negotiates prices, maintains relationships with vendors, and ensures orders are delivered on time.

Compensation

The anticipated starting pay range for this position is $57,900 to $77,000. The offered rate will be based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, knowledge, experience, skills, abilities, and education.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision plans which are effective on your hire date.
  • Health Care Savings Account (HSA)
  • Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
  • Company Paid Long-Term Disability (LTD)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Bereavement Leave
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program

Essential Functions

  • Source, negotiate, and select vendors that meet the company's quality, price, and delivery requirements.
  • Develop and maintain effective relationships with vendors and suppliers.
  • Monitor supplier performance in terms of quality, cost, and delivery.
  • Review and analyze purchase requisitions and generate purchase orders.
  • Monitor inventory levels to ensure minimum stock levels are maintained.
  • Ensure timely delivery of items and follow up with vendors on late orders.
  • Resolve invoice discrepancies with vendors.
  • Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and other important data.
  • Prepare reports on purchase activity and supplier performance.
  • Opening and maintaining internal and external manufacturing production orders
  • Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 5 years of experience in purchasing, buying, and / or planning preferred
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
  • Strong knowledge of purchasing principles and procedures
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Work, PowerPoint)
  • Able to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Able to work independently and collaboratively with a team
  • Preferred Requirements and Qualifications

  • Professional certification (ASQ or APICS)
  • Other Duties

    Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reliable attendance is required.

    Physical Demand Factors

    The following physical demand factors should be used as a general guideline for employees listed under this job title. Specific requirements will vary based on the employee's individual work responsibilities.

    Strength Level Rating : Light work. Work involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

    The worker will occasionally (up to 1 / 3 of the time) :

  • Perceive attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature, or texture by touch
  • Adjust vision to bring objects into sharp focus
  • A worker in this job will frequently (from 1 / 3 to 2 / 3 of the time) :

  • Reach by extending hands and arms; and handle objects by seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with hands
  • Pick, pinch, or otherwise work primarily with fingers
  • Talk by expressing or exchanging communication by means of the spoken word to impart oral information
  • Hear by perceiving the nature of sounds by ear
  • Have near acuity with clarity of vision at 20 inches or less
  • 100% employee owned, Kurt Machining is a division of Kurt Manufacturing headquartered in Minneapolis, MN. Employees thrive in our fast-paced environment with opportunities to learn and advance while delivering industry-leading parts and products. Kurt employees have the opportunity to work with some of the newest manufacturing technology available including 5-axis and multi-tasking machining, automation integration, robotics, and 3D printing. At Kurt Machining we embrace early-involvement engineering, lean manufacturing, and continuous-improvement practices.

    What makes Kurt different? It starts with employee ownership, what we put into our products, passion that leads to profound pride, and the endless desire to deliver perfection on time, every time. That's why we'll never settle for good enough. It's this dedication that created our legacy of excellence. If you are ready to transform your career with an industry leader, let us show you how owning something makes a difference.

    Kurt Manufacturing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces all individuals and what makes them unique. At Kurt we are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

    If you are a qualified individual with a disability, a disabled veteran, or an individual that has other barriers that limit your ability to access our on-line application system, please contact Human Resources at employment@kurt.com to discuss alternative ways to apply for open positions.

    Other details

  • Job Family Administrative Exemption
  • Pay Type Salary
  • Employment Indicator Regular
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    Salary : $57,900 - $77,000

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