Associate Buyer

Domaille Engineering; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

10 paid holidays including birthday

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

HSA, FSA options

Life Insurance & long-term disability

401(k) with company match

Employee Assistance Program

Additional supplemental benefits

Job summary

Domaille Engineering in Minnesota is seeking an Associate Buyer to support purchasing activities, ensure material availability, and maintain accurate PO data. You will track deliveries, coordinate with suppliers, and assist day-to-day purchasing operations while growing toward a Buyer role.

The role emphasizes collaboration with Operations and Manufacturing, ERP data maintenance, and continuous process improvement in a clean, climate-controlled office environment.

Qualifications

• Clear, effective written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and sense of urgency.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with adaptability.
• Team-oriented with excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage outside processing suppliers and purchase orders, ensuring delivery needs are met.
• Oversee supplier relationships, monitor performance, and communicate expectations.
• Support tooling inventory management and tooling orders.
• Own inventory categories (including MRO) and maintain stock levels across sites.
• Maintain purchasing records and data in ERP and Excel.
• Support purchasing and shipping activities and respond to supplier inquiries.
• Analyze supplier delivery data to identify trends and drive improvements.
• Suggest improvements to purchasing processes and supplier communication.

Skills

Clear communication

Fast-paced work

Organization

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma + related degree preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Associate Buyer supports purchasing activities to ensure materials, outsourced services, tooling, and supplies are available to support production and business needs. This role works closely with suppliers and internal teams to maintain accurate purchase order information, track deliveries, and support day-to-day purchasing operations. This position provides an opportunity to develop purchasing skills and grow into a Buyer role as experience and responsibilities increase.

Job Type

Full-time

Description

The Associate Buyer supports purchasing activities to ensure materials, outsourced services, tooling, and supplies are available to support production and business needs. This role works closely with suppliers and internal teams to maintain accurate purchase order information, track deliveries, and support day-to-day purchasing operations. This position provides an opportunity to develop purchasing skills and grow into a Buyer role as experience and responsibilities increase.

Itar Requirements

This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), which restricts access to export-controlled information to U.S. persons. A U.S. person is generally defined as a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or others specifically authorized under U.S. export regulations. General work authorization (e.g., work permit or EAD) or visa sponsorship does not meet ITAR requirements.

Essential Job Functions

• Manage assigned outside processing suppliers and purchase orders, evaluating delivery requirements, identifying potential risks, and coordinating solutions to support production needs.
• Oversee assigned supplier relationships by monitoring performance, communicating expectations, resolving routine issues, and identifying opportunities to improve delivery performance.
• Support tooling inventory management, including maintaining ToolBoss quantities, coordinating with MSC, and processing tooling orders.
• Own assigned inventory categories, including MRO supplies such as office and breakroom inventory, by monitoring usage trends, determining replenishment needs, and partnering with employees across sites to maintain appropriate stock levels based on business requirements and operational priorities.
• Maintain purchasing records, reports, and data within ERP and Excel systems.
• Support purchasing and shipping/receiving activities, respond to supplier inquiries, and collaborate with Operations, Manufacturing, and other teams to address material and supply needs.
• Analyze supplier delivery performance and purchasing data to identify trends, communicate potential issues to the Supplier Quality Engineer, and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Identify and recommend improvements to purchasing processes, reporting methods, and supplier communication practices.

Requirements

SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Clear, effective, and professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment under tight deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and sense of urgency.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with adaptability.
• Team-oriented with excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and a degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain, or a related field is preferred; equivalent manufacturing or administrative experience will be considered.
• Prior purchasing, supply chain, manufacturing, or related experience preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel preferred.

Benefits Start On Day 1

• Generous paid time off + 10 paid holidays (including your birthday)
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• HSA, FSA, Dependent Care FSA options
• Life Insurance & long-term disability
• Minnesota Paid Family & Medical Leave benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Additional supplemental benefits available

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This is primarily an office-based position but may require occasional walks on the production floor.
• Employees may be exposed to manufacturing areas where personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, hearing protection, and composite or steel-toe shoes are required.
• The work environment is a clean, climate-controlled facility with modern equipment and a safety-first culture. Ambient conditions include typical plant lighting and machinery operation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Sit or stand as needed.
• Walking primarily on a level surface for periodic periods throughout the day.
• Reaching above shoulder height, below the waist, or lifting as required to reach documents or store materials throughout the workday.
• Proper lifting techniques required.

SAFETY COMPLIANCE

All employees are expected to understand and follow the Company’s safety policies and procedures while performing their job responsibilities. Employees must comply with hazardous waste handling and disposal procedures as required. Adherence to these practices helps protect employees, the workplace, and supports the Company’s business objectives.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Domaille Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All terms and conditions of employment are administered without regard to an individual’s race, color, religion/creed, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

NOTE: This job description outlines the general nature and level of work for this position and is not all-inclusive. Duties may change as business needs evolve, and employees may be asked to perform other related tasks. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Employment is at-will and nothing in this description creates or implies a contract.

Salary Description

$45,000-55,000 depending on experience