Buyer

ADP, Inc.; Beaver Dam (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

WPT Nonwovens in Beaver Dam, KY is seeking a Buyer to ensure production has the materials it needs when required. The role involves purchasing, inventory control, and coordinating with Operations, Production, and vendors.

You will manage POs, monitor inventory, perform cycle counts, and support material planning to maintain smooth manufacturing operations. Strong organization and communication are essential for success in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in manufacturing, purchasing or inventory control preferred.
• Experience with ERP, MRP, MPS or WMS systems preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to multitask in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage purchase orders for raw materials, supplies, and parts.
• Build relationships with vendors and communicate orders and delivery needs.
• Monitor inventory levels to ensure production has needed materials.
• Perform physical inventories and cycle counts for materials and finished goods.
• Process MRP/MPS information and calculate material requirements.
• Research and resolve inventory discrepancies and assist with receiving/shipping.
• Maintain records for receipts, batches, withdrawals, and transactions.
• Reconcile inventory balances using ERP data and system reports.
• Support production scheduling and material planning.
• Collaborate with Operations and vendors to resolve material/delivery issues.

Skills

ERP/MRP

Inventory control

Vendor relations

Microsoft Excel

Cycle counts

Production planning

Tools

ERP/MRP/WMS

Job description

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Buyer

Beaver Dam, KY, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1061

Keep Production Moving. Keep Materials Flowing. Be Part of the Team.

At WPT Nonwovens, what we make matters. Our American-made nonwoven products are used in medical, hygiene, and filtration applications every day.

We're looking for a Buyer who enjoys keeping things organized, solving problems, working with people, and making sure production has what it needs—when it needs it.

If you're someone who likes numbers, planning, purchasing, inventory, and getting things done, this could be a great fit for you.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

You'll play an important role behind the scenes, working closely with Operations, Production, vendors, receiving, shipping, and purchasing to keep our manufacturing operation running smoothly.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Create and manage purchase orders for raw materials, supplies, and parts
• Build strong relationships with vendors and communicate orders, releases, and delivery needs
• Monitor inventory levels and make sure production has the materials it needs
• Perform physical inventories and cycle counts for raw materials, parts, supplies, and finished goods
• Process MRP/MPS information and calculate material requirements
• Research and resolve inventory discrepancies
• Assist with receiving, shipping, product processing, and purchasing activities
• Maintain accurate records for receipts, batch lots, withdrawals, and inventory transactions
• Reconcile inventory balances using ERP reports and system data
• Support production scheduling and material planning
• Work with Operations and vendors to solve material and delivery issues
• Keep information accurate and up to date in our manufacturing systems
• Work as part of a team to support safe, efficient, and reliable production
• Perform other duties as assigned

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We're looking for someone who is organized, analytical, dependable, and comfortable taking ownership of their work.

You should have:

• At least 2 years of experience in manufacturing, purchasing, inventory control, production control, or a related area preferred
• Experience with ERP, MRP, MPS, or WMS systems preferred
• Experience with inventory, cycle counting, purchasing, receiving, or vendor communication
• Strong computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office
• Solid Excel skills; experience with pivot tables is a plus
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong planning and organizational abilities
• Good problem-solving and analytical skills
• The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• A dependable attendance record and commitment to your work schedule

WHY YOU'LL LIKE WORKING HERE

At WPT, you're not just a number.

We're a family-owned, American manufacturing company that takes pride in our people, our products, and the work we do. Our team works together, takes ownership, and looks out for one another.

If you like being part of a team where your work makes a difference and you can see the results of what you accomplish, we'd like to hear from you.

MADE IN AMERICA. BUILT BY OUR PEOPLE.

WPT Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Veterans (and spouses) encouraged to apply!