Purchasing Agent

Winnebago Industries is a leading manufacturer of outdoor lifestyle products under the iconic Winnebago, Grand Design, Chris-Craft, Newmar, and Barletta Boats brands. Our 6,300 team members across Iowa, Indiana, Minnesota, and Florida deliver on our vision to be the trusted leader in outdoor lifestyle solutions by providing unmatched innovation, quality, and service in the industries we engage.

We believe our employees are our most valuable asset, and we are committed to providing a safe and engaging environment where you can be passionate about the work you do and have opportunities to learn and grow. Winnebago is excited to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Winnebago Industries, Inc. has an immediate need for an experienced candidate to fill a Purchasing Agent position. This position will be based at Winnebago’s Middlebury, Indiana location.

Position Description: Analyze supply/demand to order and reschedule complex, critical production material to ensure uninterrupted supply which supports strategic initiatives.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

• Purchase/reschedule production material to meet production needs
• Work cross-functionally to identify and execute strategic initiatives to improve cost, quality, and delivery
• Manage complex, critical components to ensure production continuity
• Coordinate timing of engineering changes and material disposition to minimize excess/obsolete material
• Follow up with suppliers to confirm on-time purchase order delivery
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with internal and external business partners
• Identify opportunities for efficiencies and process improvements

Key Competencies:

• Effective Communication
• Decision Making
• Problem Solving/Analysis
• Business Acumen
• Detail Oriented

Experience and Education:

• Prior experience in Purchasing Agent role (5 years preferred)
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft applications including Excel (intermediate or higher capabilities)

At Winnebago, we believe ALL people are leaders and hold each other accountable to high expectations.

Leadership Expectations:

• Connect with Purpose
  • Be inclusive; seek out different perspectives.
  • Focus on the Customer; put yourself in the customer's shoes.
  • Communicate Clearly; say what needs to be said and listen.
• Execute with Excellence
  • Explore Possibilities; ask, "What if?" and embrace new ideas.
  • Set Direction; prioritize, plan, and align; balance thinking and action.
  • Drive Results; get the right things done; work with a sense of urgency.
• Build the Future
  • Transform the Road Ahead; anticipate opportunities; seek new opportunities for continuous improvement.
  • Navigate Change; be agile and flexible; take on new challenges.
  • Inspire Growth; help each other improve; commit to personal development.

If you are the right candidate for this position, as a Winnebago Team Member you will be eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Group Life Insurance, Accidental Injury, Critical Illness, Short & Long-Term Disability
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) with match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Holiday and Vacation Pay

Winnebago Towables is an Equal Opportunity Employer.