Buyer

MP Louisville Business Park - USA; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Terex Corporation in the United States is seeking a Buyer to purchase materials, negotiate terms, and manage supplier relationships to meet quality, schedule, and cost targets in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will process requisitions, create and track purchase orders, monitor lead times, and work with Accounts Payable to resolve invoices.

Proficiency with Excel and an ERP system such as Oracle is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 3+ years of relevant work experience in a purchasing, buyer or material planner role.
• Experience managing supplier relationships and achieving cost/lead-time improvements.
• Ability to read drawings and work with ERP systems (Oracle or similar).
• Strong proficiency with MS Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Processes requisitions in a timely manner ensuring best quality, service, delivery and cost in accordance with organizational objectives and sourcing strategies.
• Maintains supplier relationships and works to improve lead times, cost, and quality.
• Creates Purchase Orders; maintains accurate open PO lines to define inbound quantities and due dates from suppliers.
• Maintains current market conditions and supplier information in the system.
• Processes RFQs and expedites parts as required; provides updates on backorders.
• Collaborates with Accounts Payable to minimize and resolve invoice discrepancies; ensures policy compliance.

Skills

Supplier management

Negotiation

Procurement

Reading drawings

ERP systems

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 3+ years related experience in purchasing

Tools

Oracle ERP

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description

The Buyer position is responsible for purchasing and negotiating materials, equipment, and supplies from vendors. Candidate will need to be familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures within the manufacturing procurement field. Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals to perform a variety of tasks.

Responsibilities

• Processes requisitions in a timely manner ensuring best quality, service, delivery and cost in accordance with organizational objectives and sourcing strategies Maintain supplier relationships, work to improve lead time, cost, and quality.
• Compiles, records and tracks vendor information, supplier performance metrics, purchasing activities and pricing data Create Purchase Orders; maintain accurate open PO lines to define inbound quantities and due dates from suppliers.
• Maintain ongoing knowledge of current market conditions and their potential impact on cost, lead time and availability of supply Maintain pertinent item and supplier information in system.
• Process RFQ’s Expedite parts as required and provide updates on backorders
• Work with Accounts Payable and vendors to minimize and clear up invoice discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Ensures all activities performed are done so in compliance with corporate and department policies

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 3+ years of relevant work experience in a purchasing, buyer or material planner role

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven success in managing multiple suppliers to deliver on time with a focus on quality and cost adherence.
• Problem‑solving skills to troubleshoot situations such as material shortages, quality, and delivery problems.
• Proficiency within Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Oracle or similar ERP system knowledge Experience with long lead items
• Ability to read drawings
• Experience with aftermarket business preferred
• Has a strong attention to detail and can work in a fast‑paced, high‑transactional volume environment
• Ability to work independently and as part of a diverse team.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) to negotiate and influence internal and external stakeholders
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work under pressure and manage tight timelines

About Terex

Terex Corporation is a global leader in specialized equipment solutions, serving essential sectors such as emergency services, waste and recycling, utilities, and construction. Our diversified portfolio positions us in resilient, high‑demand markets with strong long‑term growth potential. We design and manufacture advanced specialty vehicles—including fire, ambulance, and recreational vehicles—alongside waste collection vehicles, materials processing machinery, mobile elevating work platforms, and equipment for the electric utility industry. Through our global dealer, parts and service network and true value‑creating digital solutions, we deliver best‑in‑class lifecycle support, helping customers maximize return on investment. With a strong manufacturing footprint in the United States and operations across Europe, India, and Asia Pacific, Terex combines global reach with local expertise to capture opportunities worldwide. Our strategy is clear: exceed customer expectations, invest in innovation, leverage our diversified portfolio, and deliver consistent, profitable growth for our shareholders. For more information, please visit www.terex.com.

Additional Information

We are passionate about producing equipment that helps improve the lives of people around the world and providing our team members with a rewarding career and the opportunity to make an impact. We are committed to recruiting, engaging, developing, and retaining team members at all levels of our global workforce. Our culture is defined by our Terex Way Values – Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship. Our values are the driving force behind our commitment to maintain an inclusive, supportive, non‑discriminatory, and safe workplace for all team members. To that end, we are committed to actively foster a culture where every team member feels valued, listened to, and appreciated. We are committed to being fair and impartial in our decisions. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability, including disabled veterans, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting the recruiting department (person or department) at [e-mail]. The Company offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits, including paid vacation, 401(k), medical, dental, and vision. Terex Purpose Video Terex Careers Video Terex Early Talent Video Terex Corporation is a global leader in specialized equipment solutions, serving essential sectors such as emergency services, waste and recycling, utilities, and construction. Our diversified portfolio positions us in resilient, high‑demand markets with strong long‑term growth potential. We design and manufacture advanced specialty vehicles—including fire, ambulance, and recreational vehicles—alongside waste collection vehicles, materials processing machinery, mobile elevating work platforms, and equipment for the electric utility industry. Through our global dealer, parts and service network and true value‑creating digital solutions, we deliver best‑in‑class lifecycle support, helping customers maximize return on investment. With a strong manufacturing footprint in the United States and operations across Europe, India, and Asia Pacific, Terex combines global reach with local expertise to capture opportunities worldwide. Our strategy is clear: exceed customer expectations, invest in innovation, leverage our diversified portfolio, and deliver consistent, profitable growth for our shareholders. For more information, please visit www.terex.com.