Buyer

Dekko; Garrett (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Dekko in Garrett, IN is seeking a Planner/Buyer to manage raw material purchasing, negotiate with vendors, and maintain inventory to support production. You will work with scheduling, develop procurement strategies, and monitor trends to make informed buying decisions, contributing to reliable delivery and cost control.

The role requires 2–3 years of purchasing experience in manufacturing, strong communication with cross-functional teams, and proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems; a High

Qualifications

• 2–3 years purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and ability to build relationships with supervisory staff and cross-functional teams.
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and ERP system knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing of raw material and process purchase orders to satisfy production needs.
• Work with scheduling team to process expedites/de-expedites as necessary.
• Create, maintain, and review facility planning records.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies to achieve inventory turn goals.
• Evaluate lot sizing and stocking levels and work with sourcing and commodities teams to optimize.
• Support on-time delivery by effectively managing inbound material and negotiating lead times with vendors.
• Research new trends to make appropriate buying decisions.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Purchasing experience

ERP knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office

ERP system

Job description

Build your career where innovation meets opportunity.

The Planner/Buyer is responsible for raw material purchasing to support production, negotiating and following up on conformations with vendors, performing expedites/de-expedites, managing effective inventory levels to support production, and researching trends to make appropriate buying decisions.

Why You'll Love It Here

At Dekko, you'll be part of more than just a company — you'll join a team of passionate people who truly care about what they do and who they work with. We offer:

• Great People & Culture — A supportive, values-driven environment where teamwork and integrity come first.
• Competitive Pay & Benefits — Including comprehensive healthcare, dental, vision, and an 8% fully funded retirement plan.
• Growth Opportunities — We invest in your development with training, mentorship, and the chance to take on new challenges.
• Work That Matters — Contribute to innovative products that make a difference in how people live and work.
• Stability with Flexibility — A growing company with a strong foundation that understands the importance of work-life balance.

Here, you'll be supported, challenged, and appreciated — and you'll love being part of the Dekko team.

What You'll Do

• Manage purchasing of raw material and process purchase orders to satisfy the needs of the production team.
• Work with scheduling team to process expedites/de-expedites as necessary.
• Create, maintain, and review facility planning records.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies that help achieve inventory turn goals.
• Evaluate lot sizing and stocking levels and work with sourcing and commodities team to optimize.
• Support on-time delivery by effectively managing inbound material, negotiating lead time with vendors.
• Research new trends or advances in product lines to make appropriate buying decisions.

What You'll Need

• High School Diploma or higher. Bachelor’s degree a plus.
• Preferably 2-3 years purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills. Ability to develop rapport and build strong relationships with supervisory staff and cross-functional teams.
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and ERP system knowledge.
• Exhibit creative thinking by finding alternative methods to solve problems in the production area and develop schedules that satisfy the customer as well as production goals.

Dekko is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.