Job Location : Superior,WI, USA
Job Title: Buyer
FLSA: Exempt
Employee Type: Full Time
Reports To: Director of Supply Chain
Location of Work: Hybrid based in Superior, WI
Job Overview:
The Buyer has at least 3 years' experience working in a fast-paced purchasing environment, including international purchasing. This person is an analytical thinker, with the ability to communicate and negotiate effectively with a broad variety of suppliers. Most of the purchasing completed by this position is for components necessary for the manufacturing of archery products.
Essential Responsibilities and Duties:
· Plans and purchases supplies, materials, and parts for the company.
· Maintains prices and delivery conditions to anticipate future material availability.
· Negotiates commercial terms with suppliers for optimal cost and delivery times.
· Manages purchase order process for in-scope work.
· Ensure proper commercial documentation is in place with suppliers.
· Collaborates with other internal departments as needed, including R&D, QA, Sales, Customer Service, Production, and Accounting.
· Communicates with suppliers to resolve problems that may arise regarding delivery, quality, price, or conditions of sale.
· May be asked to travel occasionally to visit vendors or other company locations.
· May be asked to support meetings or communication outside of normal business hours with internal team members and/or international partners.
· Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
· Proven negotiation skills.
· Excellent communication skills.
· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
· Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
· Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software, as well as inventory software such as Macola.
Qualifications:
· 3-5 years prior purchasing or buying experience
· Demonstrated strong experience in Excel
· Prior experience with Macola is a plus
Physical Requirements:
Salary target range is $60,000-80,000. However, the offer will be based on the selected candidate's evidence of experience in the field and on their ability to meet the requirements of the position.