Buyer

Wanco, Inc.; Colorado; On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance (Medical, Dental, Life, 401k

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Wanco Inc. in Arvada, CO is seeking an experienced Buyer to support production. You will monitor ERP messages, manage material flow, negotiate with suppliers and ensure items meet MRP requirements in a fast-paced industrial setting.

The role demands strong analytical ability, effective communication, and the capacity to coordinate with internal teams. On-site work with competitive hourly pay and standard benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Two or more years' experience as a buyer in manufacturing.
• Knowledge and experience with MRP systems and item attributes.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and persuasion skills.
• Analytical and mathematical ability to compare prices and terms.
• Ability to make quick, thoughtful business decisions.
• Effective relationship-building with suppliers and teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; collaborative mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities with strong organization.

Responsibilities

• Monitor stock levels and verify purchase requisitions.
• Manage deliveries to MRPlMin levels and material flow.
• Maintain professional relationships with suppliers.
• Work with management to identify supply needs.
• Recommend process improvements to reduce waste and improve quality.

Skills

MRP systems

Vendor management

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Decision making

Multitasking

Written communication

Job description

Job Description

Wanco Inc. is seeking a Buyer in our Arvada, CO production facility.

Summary:

Wanco Inc. is seeking an experienced Buyer with high energy, intelligence and drive, to support the supplied material value stream.

The buyer is responsible for monitoring ERP messages and maintaining material flow that supports production. Key areas of accountability include buying, scheduling, vendor management, negotiation and material planning experience in an industrial manufacturing environment and experience with internationally and domestically sourced MRO items, industrial components, materials and assemblies.

What you need to have:

• Two or more years' experience working as a buyer, in a manufacturing environment, who understands and adheres to a professional standard.
• Detailed and demonstrated knowledge and experience with MRP systems and item attributes.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and persuasion skills.
• Analytical and mathematical capabilities to compare prices and quantities and consider vendor contract terms.
• Willingness to make quick and thoughtful decisions on behalf of the business.
• Effective relationship building skills.
• Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously. Strong organizational skills are a must.

What we would like you to have:

• ISO 9001:2015 experience.
• Lean Manufacturing experience.
• Experience with pull inventory methods (Min/Max or Reorder Point)
• Knowledge of MRO, industrial raw material, raw steel, and electromechanical assemblies.
• Project management experience.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Monitor stock levels and verify purchase requisitions.
• Manage deliveries to MRP or Min levels.
• Maintain professional relationships with suppliers.
• Work with management to identify supply needs.
• Recommend solutions to existing processes to reduce waste and increase quality and performance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

• Mobility to work in and office and factory setting including use of standard office equipment, including a computer.
• Comfortable working directly in a manufacturing facility and adhering to PPE requirements.
• Some travel may be required.

Reporting: This position reports to the Purchasing Manager.

Salary Range: $25-$35 per hour based on qualifications.

Benefits: Insurance (Medical, Dental, Life, 401k). Paid time off and holidays.

Eligible to participate in Wanco’s standard benefits package.

Company Description

Wanco is the industryʼs leading manufacturer of highway safety and traffic control products. Innovation and new product development have made us what we are, and will continue to carry our reputation forward, well into the future.

Wanco provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.