Buyer

WEG Electric Corp. (USA); Bluffton (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

WEG Electric Corp. (USA) is seeking a Buyer to support manufacturing operations in Bluffton, Indiana. You will procure raw materials and services, negotiate terms, and manage inventories to keep costs low while sustaining quality.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, cost control, and collaboration with suppliers and internal teams to optimize procurement and supply chain performance.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Procure materials, parts, and supplies cost-effectively while ensuring quality standards.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders aligned with contracts and policies.
• Evaluate supplier quotations to balance cost, quality, and delivery.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers for cost savings.
• Collaborate with internal departments to improve quality and reduce costs.
• Work with finance to ensure accurate invoice payments.
• Utilize procurement tools to minimize total purchasing costs.
• Resolve defective material issues with users, vendors, and customers (DMRs).
• Process RMA requests related to incoming quality issues.

Skills

Procurement

Negotiation

Vendor relations

Inventory management

Lean manufacturing

Kanban systems

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

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

Tools

SAP

ERP/MRP systems

MS Office

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.

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.

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.