Assistant Buyer

Rio Grande; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

401(k) matching

Paid time-off

On-site gym and wellness program

Employee discounts

Job summary

Rio Grande seeks an Assistant Buyer in Albuquerque, NM to support the Supply Chain team with data management, item setup, and special-order sourcing. You will coordinate with Buyers, Merchants, Vendors, Sales, and internal partners to ensure accurate product information and timely execution of supply chain initiatives.

The role focuses on data accuracy, system maintenance, and cross-functional project support to improve efficiency and business performance in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of experience in purchasing, buying support, supply chain, admin support, or related field.
• Experience with data entry and product information management systems.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.

Responsibilities

• Enter, maintain, and update item, vendor, and product information within SAP and other business systems.
• Source customer-requested special-order products by identifying suppliers and obtaining cost, availability, MOQs, and lead times.
• Analyze supplier quotes and develop customer pricing using established pricing structures and guidelines.
• Communicate product availability, lead times, and pricing information to Sales teams.
• Create and maintain new item records and input product specifications into EnterWorks templates.

Skills

Data entry

Purchasing support

Supply chain

Data management

Excel

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2+ years experience in purchasing / supply chain

Tools

SAP

EnterWorks

ERP systems

Job description

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The Opportunity

As an Assistant Buyer at Rio Grande, you will play a critical role in supporting the Supply Chain team through data management, special order sourcing, item setup, and project participation. This position serves as a key link between Buyers, Merchants, Vendors, Sales, and internal business partners to ensure accurate product information, efficient special-order processing, and timely execution of supply chain initiatives.

The Assistant Buyer helps drive operational excellence by maintaining system accuracy, supporting customer special orders, and providing essential administrative and project support that allows the Supply Chain team to focus on strategic growth opportunities.

What You'll Do

Supply Chain Data Management & System Maintenance

• Enter, maintain, and update item, vendor, and product information within SAP and other business systems.
• Ensure data integrity through accurate and timely system updates.
• Support data entry and system maintenance activities related to supply chain projects and initiatives.
• Source customer-requested special-order products by identifying suppliers and obtaining cost, availability, minimum order quantities (MOQs), and lead times.
• Analyze supplier quotes and develop customer pricing using established pricing structures and guidelines.
• Communicate product availability, lead times, and pricing information to Sales teams.
• Coordinate with Merchants when pricing falls outside standard guidelines.

Item & Product Setup

• Create and maintain new item records and outlet items in SAP.
• Input product specifications and attributes into EnterWorks templates.
• Review and validate items prior to going live on company websites and sales platforms.
• Administrative & Project Support
• Support Buyers and Merchants by completing assigned operational and project-related tasks.
• Gather, organize, and maintain information needed to support supply chain initiatives.
• Respond promptly to internal requests and prioritize work to meet service level expectations.
• Assist with cross-functional projects that improve operational efficiency and business performance.

Documentation & Process Improvement

• Develop, update, and maintain supply chain process documentation.
• Provide feedback to Merchants regarding customer-requested products and special-order trends. Move this to Special Order Sourcing and Pricing section.

What You'll Need

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of experience in purchasing, buying support, supply chain, administrative support, customer service, or related field.
• Experience working with data entry, product information management, or business systems.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to analyze and interpret vendor quotations and pricing information.
• Understanding factors that influence product costs, such as supplier cost, and precious metal markets.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SAP or other ERP systems.
• Exposure to purchasing , product sourcing, inventory management, or merchandising environments.
• Experience supporting cross-functional projects.
• Primarily an office-based work environment.
• Regular use of computers, business systems, and communication tools.
• Frequent interaction with internal stakeholders, vendors, and sales teams.
• Monday through Friday
• Between the Hours of 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform standard office duties, including frequent computer use and data entry.
• Ability to communicate effectively through email, phone, and virtual collaboration tools.

Rio Grande is a Metal Free environment within our operations areas.

At Rio Grande, our employees are the heart of our more than 80-year legacy in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Our culture is guided by our 3R principles: Respect, Responsibility, and Results. We believe in a bias to action mindset that turns ideas into outcomes and in empowering employees to take initiative, grow through continuous learning, and making meaningful impacts every day. Recognized as a 2025 Platinum Award Family Friendly Business, we promote a work-life balance, clear expectations, and a supportive environment, including quality benefits, robust wellness resources, and an onsite fitness facility. Through our employee recognition and community involvement, we celebrate individuality, foster belonging, and ensure every voice is valued.

A career at Rio Grande offers more than a job. You’ll join a workplace where your contributions matter and your growth is supported. Your work will help shape the future of the company and support our customers and industry.

Guided by our core values, Rio Grande is committed to treating all people with dignity and respect. We are an equal-opportunity employer with a zero-tolerance policy for harassment or discrimination of any kind. As an advocate for equity and equality, we hire, train, and promote qualified people of all backgrounds. We consider employment candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other underrepresented class. We value our associates and have won the yearly Healthiest Places to Work and Family Friendly Business awards on multiple occasions.

The Reward:

Rio Grande provides a generous benefit package for full-time (30+ hours a week) associates that includes:

• Medical plan with low premium rates and no high deductible (includes dental and vision) and telemedicine
• 401(k) matching program
• Paid time-off benefits, plus an additional seven paid holidays
• Paid life insurance and optional additional life insurance
• Long-term and short-term disability
• Flexible spending account
• On-site gym and company wellness program
• Employee discounts at Rio Grande
• Local and national discounts on various travel and entertainment
• Competitive compensation, including an opportunity to share in the profits

Our associates strive for joint accountability. We work together for the success of our stakeholders, and we provide a thoughtful, fun, and creative environment to support them. We encourage professional and personal development through a variety of training opportunities and a focus on promoting from within.

The Company:

Established in 1944, Rio Grande, a Berkshire-Hathaway manufacturer/distributor, has thousands of valued customers around the world. We are a principle-based company with a highly evolved team-based environment. We can show you how a profoundly effective organization lives these values every day. You can find our guiding principles, The 3 R’s, Respect, Responsibility and Results, on our website as well as information about our community support and how we protect the environment.

Within our 186,000 sq. ft., solar-powered facility, with covered parking, Rio Grande has sales, marketing, supply chain, IT and administrative offices, a climate-controlled distribution center with more than 40,000 items, and a comprehensive, well-equipped manufacturing operation. Manufactured products include jewelry-making equipment (from basic tools to highly sophisticated induction casting machines) and jewelry components—both die-struck and cast. Capabilities include CAD/CAM, casting, stamp and form, metal finishing, CNC machining, manual milling, tool & die and electronics/mechanical assembly.