Buyer

Henke Manufacturing; Michigan; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

401k Plan with company match

Profit Sharing

Paid Vacation and Sick time

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Morbark LLC in Winn, Michigan is seeking a Buyer - Purchasing to execute day-to-day purchasing activities and support production and material availability. The role manages purchase orders, supplier communication, material follow-up, and inventory support within established processes.

Ideal candidates will have an associate degree or related experience, 1–2 years in purchasing or materials, and ERP familiarity. Strong attention to detail and cross-department collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or related experience preferred.
• 1–2 years purchasing or materials experience preferred.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.
• ERP experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage purchase orders in ERP with high accuracy.
• Review requirements and place orders per production needs.
• Communicate with suppliers on pricing, dates, shortages.
• Expedite materials to meet production schedules.
• Maintain PO data in ERP and support supplier changes.
• Collaborate with Planning, Production, Engineering, Receiving.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organization

Cross-department collaboration

MS Office

ERP systems

Purchasing basics

Education

Associate degree in Supply Chain

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

The Buyer I is responsible for the day-to-day execution of purchasing activities to support production and material availability. This position manages routine purchase orders, supplier communication, material follow-up, engineering changes, and inventory support. The Buyer I works within established purchasing processes and develops the knowledge and skills necessary to independently manage suppliers and purchasing responsibilities.

Essential Functions of the Job:

• Create, maintain , and manage purchase orders in the ERP system with a high level of accuracy.
• Review purchasing requirements and place orders in accordance with production and inventory needs.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding order acknowledgments, pricing, delivery dates, shortages, and past-due orders.
• Expedite materials to support production schedules and minimize material shortages.
• Maintain accurate purchase order dates, quantities, pricing, and supplier information within the ERP system.
• Support engineering changes by communicating updated requirements to suppliers and maintaining purchasing information.
• Assist with inventory-related issues, discrepancies, and material availability concerns.
• Work closely with Planning, Production, Engineering, Receiving, and other departments to support operational needs.
• Identify purchasing or supplier issues and elevate concerns appropriately.
• Support continuous improvement activities within Purchasing and Supply Chain.
• Develop knowledge of assigned suppliers, materials, commodities, and Morbark products.
• Demonstrate dependable attendance, effective teamwork, and Morbark Core Values.

Education and Experience:

• Associate degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
• Entry-level to 2 years of purchasing, supply chain, manufacturing, materials, or related experience preferred.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• ERP experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic understanding of purchasing and supply chain processes.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Basic problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively across departments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn ERP systems.

Working Conditions:

Work is primarily performed in a professional office environment within a manufacturing facility. The position requires regular interaction with employees throughout the facility and may require occasional exposure to manufacturing areas, including noise, moving equipment, and varying temperatures. Regular use of a computer and telephone is required. Occasional travel to supplier locations, company facilities, or business meetings may be required. The position may require extended hours or additional availability to address critical supplier, material, or production-related issues. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn when entering designated manufacturing areas.

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Overview

Morbark LLC located in Winn, Michigan is looking for a Buyer - Purchasing Morbark LLC offers competitive compensation and a variety of benefits including:

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401k Plan with company match
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Vacation and Sick time
• Paid Holidays

EEO Statement

EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled. Drug Free Workplace

Alamo Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affimative Action employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability or veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing (where permitted by law).

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