Job Description
Job Title: Buyer
Location: Reeseville, WI
Type: Direct Hire
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm
Pay Range: $50k - $60k
Benefits: Yes. Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401(k), Paid holidays
Summary
Connect Search is hiring a Buyer in Reeseville.
Responsibilities
- Own and manage the complete procurement cycle for raw materials and MRO supplies.
- Maintain accurate inventory levels to support production and facility needs, minimizing stockouts and excess inventory.
- Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery, competitive pricing, and quality compliance.
- Monitor and analyze usage trends to forecast material requirements.
- Work closely with Maintenance to coordinate procurement for scheduled PMs and ensure availability of required parts and services.
- Negotiate contracts, pricing, and delivery terms with vendors.
- Perform regular inventory audits and implement improvements to inventory control processes.
- Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) related to purchasing, inventory turnover, and vendor performance.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with production, finance, and maintenance to align purchasing activities with business goals.
- Ensure compliance with internal purchasing policies and procedures.
Qualifications
- Minimum 1-3 years of relevant experience in purchasing and inventory management and or scheduling.
- Proven experience as a Buyer, Purchasing Agent, or in a similar supply chain role.
- Strong knowledge of inventory management, raw materials, and MRO procurement.
- Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment