Buyer

Dahl Consulting; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Bonus potential

Job summary

Dahl Consulting is seeking a Buyer for a leading agricultural equipment manufacturer in St. Cloud, MN. The role focuses on sourcing materials, managing supplier relationships, negotiating pricing, and ensuring timely procurement to support production and supply chain operations.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of industrial purchasing experience, strong analytical skills, and proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office. A bachelor's degree is preferred, with SAP experience a plus.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of purchasing experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of purchasing and procurement strategies.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Experience working with ERP systems.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP platforms.
• Experience supporting procurement operations within manufacturing or agricultural equipment industries.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify prospective suppliers and sourcing opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal teams and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Evaluate products and suppliers based on quality, pricing, delivery, and business needs.
• Prepare proposals, request quotes, negotiate contracts, and secure cost-effective purchasing agreements.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders and supplier agreements.
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve vendor-related concerns.
• Inspect and evaluate purchased materials and address quality issues as needed.
• Analyze market trends and demand patterns to support sourcing strategies.
• Maintain accurate procurement, inventory, vendor, and material records.
• Follow up with vendors regarding pricing, lead times, and purchasing questions.
• Maintain master data including delivery schedules, order quantities, and supplier terms.
• Work closely with planning and production departments to support operational efficiency.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical thinking

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Team collaboration

Planning & organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

About The Role

A leading manufacturer in the agricultural equipment industry is seeking a Buyer to join its team in St. Cloud, Minnesota. This organization has a long-standing history of innovation in agricultural manufacturing and is recognized for producing high-quality harvesting equipment used by customers across the farming industry.

Title

Buyer

Location

Saint Cloud, MN

Job Type

Permanent / Direct-Hire

Compensation

$80,000 - $85,000

Industry

Agricultural Manufacturing

About The Role

A leading manufacturer in the agricultural equipment industry is seeking a Buyer to join its team in St. Cloud, Minnesota. This organization has a long-standing history of innovation in agricultural manufacturing and is recognized for producing high-quality harvesting equipment used by customers across the farming industry.

This role is ideal for a detail-oriented procurement professional who thrives in a fast-paced industrial environment and enjoys collaborating across departments to support production and supply chain operations. The Purchasing Buyer will play a key role in sourcing materials, managing supplier relationships, negotiating pricing, and ensuring the timely acquisition of goods while maintaining quality and cost standards.

Job Description

The Buyer will be responsible for supporting procurement and sourcing activities for a growing manufacturing operation. This position works closely with suppliers, production teams, and planning departments to ensure materials and components are available to meet operational demands. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, experience working within an industrial purchasing environment, and the ability to build effective supplier partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and identify prospective suppliers and sourcing opportunities
• Collaborate with internal teams and maintain strong supplier relationships
• Evaluate products and suppliers based on quality, pricing, delivery, and business needs
• Prepare proposals, request quotes, negotiate contracts, and secure cost-effective purchasing agreements
• Prepare and issue purchase orders and supplier agreements
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve vendor-related concerns
• Inspect and evaluate purchased materials and address quality issues as needed
• Analyze market trends and demand patterns to support sourcing strategies
• Maintain accurate procurement, inventory, vendor, and material records
• Follow up with vendors regarding pricing, lead times, and purchasing questions
• Maintain master data including delivery schedules, order quantities, and supplier terms
• Work closely with planning and production departments to support operational efficiency

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• 3-5 years of purchasing experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of purchasing and procurement strategies
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Experience working with ERP systems
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
• Experience working with SAP or similar ERP platforms
• Experience supporting procurement operations within manufacturing or agricultural equipment industries

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive compensation package along with a comprehensive benefits program designed to support employees both personally and professionally. Benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage, a Health Savings Account (HSA), and a 401(k) retirement savings plan. Employees also enjoy paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), bonus earning potential, and a positive, team-oriented work environment focused on growth and collaboration.

Equal Opportunity Statement

As an equal opportunity employer, Dahl Consulting welcomes candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply. If this position sounds like the right opportunity for you, we encourage you to take the next step and connect with us. We look forward to meeting you!