Buyer

MECO (Mechanical Equipment Company, Inc.); Mandeville (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading machinery manufacturer in Mandeville, LA is hiring a Buyer. The role involves placing purchase orders, managing suppliers, and utilizing MRP for procurement decisions. Candidates need a BS in Business and 2-4 years of experience in purchasing within manufacturing. Skills in negotiation and supplier evaluation are essential. This full-time position offers a fast-paced, demanding environment requiring effective communication with a focus on timely ordering and documentation accuracy.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing or related environment.
• Understanding of MRP, principles of planning, supplier management concepts, and inventory control practices.
• Ability to learn and become an expert in assigned purchasing commodities.

Responsibilities

• Place purchase orders to support production and non-production requirements.
• Process and purchase all approved requisitions.
• Assist in the Supplier Management Program for maximum supplier performance.

Skills

Supplier management

Negotiation

Communication skills

Material Requirements Planning (MRP)

Education

BS degree in Business or related field

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Access

Computerized purchasing system

Job description

Base Pay Range

$60,000.00/yr - $70,000.00/yr

MECO (a Grundfos Company) is a world leader in the manufacture of engineered products for water purification serving multiple industries. We produce ultra‑pure water for life‑saving drugs, offshore platforms, harsh environments, and remote locations with the U.S. Army, Navy, and Air Force. We are an innovative technology company focused on minimizing environmental impacts through high‑efficiency energy, input recovery, minimal discharge, and a reduced water footprint. Our team commits to quality, excellence, and greener efforts.

We are seeking a Buyer for our Mandeville, LA facility. The responsibilities of a Buyer at MECO will include:

• Responsible for placing purchase orders to support production and non‑production requirements.
• Process and purchase all approved requisitions.
• Assist in the Supplier Management Program to ensure maximum performance of assigned suppliers.
• Use Material Requirements Planning (MRP) data as the primary source for procurement decisions.
• Work closely with Buyers to ensure all material requirements are met.
• Work with the logistics manager to support on‑time shipments.
• Willingness to accept new and challenging projects.

Education, Experience, and Technical Knowledge

• BS degree in Business or related field.
• 2‑4 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing or related environment.
• Ability to learn and become an expert in assigned purchasing commodities.
• Understanding of MRP, principles of planning, supplier management concepts, and inventory control practices.
• Working knowledge of personal computers, MS Word, MS‑Excel, MS‑PowerPoint, MS‑Access, and experience with a computerized purchasing system.
• Strong written and oral communication skills required, coupled with the ability to interface effectively with suppliers and other department personnel.
• Knowledge of purchasing techniques, including soliciting quotes, negotiating, supplier selection and evaluation, and disposition of defective or non‑compliant material.

Performance Measures

• Ordering material in a timely manner.
• Expediting reporting with detailed notes as to status of all outstanding purchase orders.
• Updating affected departments as to status of material.
• Accountability for non‑conformance processing within departmental guidelines.
• Accuracy of purchase order input and related documentation to support purchases.

Departmental Culture and Working Environment

Office environment with the need to interface with individuals in a manufacturing shop floor environment. Work is fast‑paced and demanding. Overtime may be required as deemed necessary.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Purchasing

Industries

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing