Buyer

Foxconn WI; Mount Pleasant (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401K with employer contribution

Onsite Health & Wellness Center

Job summary

A technology company in Mount Pleasant, WI is seeking a Buyer responsible for procurement tasks within a Smart Manufacturing environment. The Buyer will handle supplier relationships, create purchase order tracking systems, and ensure material availability. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, relevant experience, and skills in Microsoft Office and SAP. The role offers a strong benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plans, fostering career growth in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience in relevant field required.
• Must be able to lift up to 25lbs occasionally and stand/walk for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Source and qualify new suppliers; obtain quotations and evaluate bids.
• Issue and manage purchase orders; expedite deliveries based on demand.
• Monitor material availability and resolve shortages.
• Apply TCO and life cycle cost analysis to drive sourcing decisions.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Basic computer skills

SAP MRP system

Bilingual in Mandarin

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Overview

FII USA, Inc., a Foxconn Technology Group Company, is seeking a Buyer responsible for taking purchase requests from various departments and getting price quotes from suppliers. Once a part of the team, you will be responsible for a wide variety of tasks within the purchasing team in an office/production environment and have the opportunity to display critical thinking skills to expand your career in Smart Manufacturing.

The Buyer will be responsible for creating purchase order tracking systems, alerting management when orders have been filled and invoices from vendors have been issued, contacting suppliers to schedule deliveries or to discuss shortages or missed deliveries, answering vendor questions and providing them with additional order documentation as needed.

Responsibilities

• Source and qualify new suppliers; obtain quotations and evaluate bids for MRO items and projects.
• Issue and manage purchase orders; expedite or de-expedite deliveries based on demand schedule.
• Monitor material availability; resolve shortages and initiate second sourcing when required.
• Validate lead times and assess supplier performance.
• Apply TCO and life cycle cost analysis to drive sourcing decisions.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies and address material issues with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and lead value improvement initiatives.
• Utilize SAP and Excel to maintain procurement trackers, ensuring alignment and clear communication across teams.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
• Experience using Microsoft Office and basic computer skills required
• Experience using SAP MRP system preferred
• Bilingual in Mandarin preferred
• 1-2 years of experience in relevant field required
• Must be able to lift up to 25lbs occasionally and stand/walk for extended periods.

Reasons you should work for us

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Basic life insurance and short-term disability coverage provided by employer.
• Supplemental life insurance and long-term disability coverage options available.
• 401K with employer contribution.
• Personal, Vacation, and Holiday paid time off for all full-time employees.
• Onsite Aurora Health & Wellness Center available for all employees.
• Employees are continuously encouraged to learn and grow their careers in smart manufacturing.