Buyer

WEG Company; Bluffton (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

WEG Company in Bluffton, IN is seeking a Buyer to lead procurement of raw materials and services, ensuring cost efficiency and alignment with quality standards. The role requires data-driven decision making, adaptability, and strong communication.

You will issue purchase orders, evaluate supplier quotes, manage inventory, and collaborate with finance on invoicing and terms, while applying Lean and Kanban principles and ERP/MRP systems to minimize total purchasing costs and improve supplier

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent.
• 3–5 years in purchasing, inventory control, or supply chain may substitute for degree.
• Strong knowledge of purchasing procedures for raw materials and total product cost concepts.
• Experience managing inventory levels and implementing cost-control strategies.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Kanban systems.
• Proven contract negotiation skills for favorable terms.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with SAP or other ERP/MRP systems.
• Knowledge of UL and ISO-9000 quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Procure materials, parts, and supplies cost-effectively while meeting quality standards.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders per contracts and policies.
• Evaluate supplier quotations to ensure best total cost and delivery.
• Develop relationships with suppliers to drive cost savings.
• Collaborate with internal departments to improve quality and reduce costs.
• Coordinate with finance to ensure accurate invoice payments.
• Use procurement tools to minimize total purchasing costs while maintaining efficiency.
• Resolve defective material issues with users, vendors, and customers including DMRs.
• Process RMA requests for incoming quality issues with suppliers.

Skills

Procurement

Inventory control

Contract negotiation

Cost control

Lean manufacturing

Kanban systems

Communication

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, engineering or equivalent degree

Tools

SAP

MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

Description

The Buyer is responsible for the purchase of raw materials and services in support of the manufacturing operation. Employees in this position should be adaptable, enthusiastic for change, and data oriented. Communication skills and self-direction are required, as is a high commitment to cost and inventory management.

Main Responsibilities

• Procure materials, parts, and supplies in a cost-effective and timely manner while ensuring compliance with quality standards and specifications.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders in alignment with negotiated contracts and company policies.
• Evaluate supplier quotations to ensure the best overall cost while maintaining quality and delivery standards.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to drive continuous improvement and cost savings.
• Collaborate with internal departments to improve quality, reduce costs, and optimize inventory levels.
• Work closely with the finance department to ensure accurate and timely invoice payments.
• Utilize procurement tools and strategies to minimize total purchasing costs while maintaining operational efficiency.
• Resolve defective material issues by collaborating with users, vendors, and customers, including handling DMRs (Defective Material Reports).
• Work with suppliers to process RMA (Return Material Authorization) requests related to incoming quality issues.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, engineering or equivalent degree.
• 3-5 years of experience in purchasing, inventory control, or supply chain management may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Strong knowledge of purchasing procedures for raw materials and an understanding of total product cost concepts.
• Experience managing inventory levels and implementing cost-control strategies.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles and Kanban systems.
• Proven contract negotiation skills with an ability to secure favorable terms.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with SAP or other ERP/MRP systems.
• Knowledge of UL and ISO-9000 quality standards.