Buyer

CK Power; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

CK Power, a family-owned power solutions provider in St. Louis, MO, seeks a Buyer to manage purchasing for the corporation and facility functions. You’ll evaluate vendors, issue and track purchase orders, and ensure timely delivery.

Ideal candidates have 2–4 years buying experience in manufacturing, plus MRP and inventory control skills; associate degree preferred, bachelor’s helpful. You will collaborate across teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years buying experience for manufacturing.
• MRP experience required; ability to use ERP/MRP for purchasing.
• Inventory control experience is essential.
• Experience with MS Word, Excel, Outlook; learn MRP systems.
• Mechanical knowledge to discuss drawings with vendors.
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills; fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and in a team; self-starter mindset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and confirm purchase orders; maintain transaction records in MRP.
• Fulfill special purchase orders and issue POs from multiple sources.
• Source quotes; compare pricing, specs and delivery dates for cost efficiency.
• Troubleshoot orders, expedite supplies, and track delivery status.
• Access engineering documents for vendor communications; coordinate internally.
• Create/modify Item Cards in internal systems from mechanical drawings.
• Collaborate with departments to meet purchasing needs.

Skills

Buying experience

MRP systems

Inventory control

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Mechanical drawings

Prioritization

Problem solving

Independence and teamwork

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree (helpful)

Tools

MRP systems

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

We are not financially supporting sponsorship.

CK Power is a family-owned business that has been providing off-highway power solutions for 90 years. At CK Power, we have the well-deserved reputation for engineering and building products that simply can’t be made by the competition. We provide custom diesel power units and generators to a diverse group of industries that power the background of everyday life. To learn more, please visit us at www.ckpower.com.

CK Power is looking for a Buyer at our St. Louis, MO, location. This position requires a blend of skills and experience focused on buying items for all aspects of the corporation and facility functions. You’ll evaluate vendors and authorize purchase orders for goods and services. You’ll fulfill and issue the purchase orders. This position relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

What You’ll Do:

• Accurately prepare and confirm purchase orders, forward copies to the supplier and others as required. Maintain all transaction records using material requirements planning (MRP) system and hardcopy as required.
• Fulfill special purchase order needs.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders from various sources: MRP systems, email, spreadsheet/written information, and verbal instructions.
• Handle purchase orders through confirmation, fulfillment, and consumption.
• May source and obtain price quotations from suppliers. Compare pricing, specifications, and delivery dates to ensure cost effectiveness.
• Troubleshoot issues with orders, expedite supplies, and maintain delivery status on purchased items.
• Access Engineering documents for vendor communications.
• Create or modify Item Cards in internal systems based off of mechanical drawings.
• Interact with other department personnel and other teams (internal and external) to assure completion of purchasing requirements.

What You’ll Need:

• 2-4 years of successful buying experience for manufacturing.
• An associate degree in related field preferred. A bachelor’s degree in related field helpful.
• MRP experience.
• Inventory control experience.
• Software / Systems experience: MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and capable of learning/functioning within MRP systems
• Mechanical knowledge: ability to understand and communicate about mechanical drawings.
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills.
• Ability to function in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Problem-solving ability.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Self-starter, proactive, and energetic.

What Helps:

• Understanding of US Military programs and needs, including DFARS and FAR requirements (specifically ground support element) a plus.

The above list is non-exhaustive. Other essential job functions may exist that are not listed here.

Competitive pay and benefits!

Ask about our sign-on bonus!

Equal Opportunity Employer including veterans and persons with disabilities.