Buyer

Kids for the Future; Town of Bloomer (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with match

Competitive medical benefits

Paid training & mentoring

Shift premiums

Employee recognition programs

Job summary

Catalytic Combustion Corporation, based in Bloomer, WI, is hiring a Buyer to plan, source, negotiate, and purchase materials for manufacturing operations. You will balance inventory with production schedules, manage supplier relationships, and support continuous improvement initiatives across engineering, production, quality, and accounting.

The role requires 3–5 years in purchasing in a manufacturing environment, with ISO/UL experience preferred, and travel up to 10%.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years purchasing/procurement in manufacturing
• Experience with mechanical/electrical components preferred
• ISO & UL environment experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Purchase raw materials and components for manufacturing
• Create and maintain purchase orders in ERP
• Monitor supplier performance and lead times
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to reduce cost
• Lead supplier audits and ensure quality compliance
• Support continuous improvement initiatives

Skills

Procurement

Vendor management

Negotiation

ERP systems

Inventory optimization

Education

Associate or Bachelor in SCM

GED/HS Diploma

Tools

ERP software

Job description

• Location 311 RIGGS ST,Bloomer, WI, 54724-1376,United States
• Job Category Purchasing, Buyer, Manufacturing
• Employee Type Full-time Regular

Description

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Work where precision meets purpose and your skills can help clean the air! Catalytic Combustion Corporation (CCC), headquartered in Bloomer, WI, is a leading emissions control technology company specializing in the design, engineering, manufacturing, and service of catalyst-based air pollution control systems and exhaust solutions. Founded in 1950, CCC has built a reputation of innovation and environmental stewardship. Today, CCC serves a diverse range of industries, including power generation, industrial manufacturing, engine exhaust and environmental services. CCC has expanded significantly over the years and the company maintains a strong commitment to quality, safety and continuous improvement. For more than 75 years, Catalytic Combustion has remained dedicated to its core values of integrity, service and excellence while continuing to develop innovative technologies to improve air quality and support sustainable industrial operations.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Catalytic Combustion is immediately hiring for a Buyer. The Buyer is responsible for planning, sourcing, negotiating and purchasing components, equipment and services necessary to support manufacturing operations. This position ensures materials are available to meet production schedules while balancing inventory levels, controlling costs, and maintaining supplier quality and delivery performance. The Buyer works closely with Engineering, Production, Quality and Accounting to support efficient operations and continuous improvement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Purchase raw materials, electrical components, mechanical parts, hardware, MRO supplies, tooling and outside processing services required for manufacturing operations
• Review production schedules to ensure timely procurement of materials
• Create, issue and maintenance purchase orders within the ERP system
• Monitor supplier performance including quality, cost, delivery, responsiveness and lead times
• Expedite purchase orders to prevent production delays and customer delivery impacts
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, freight, contracts and supplier agreements to achieve cost savings and maximize value
• Develop and maintain strong supplier partnerships while identifying and qualifying alternate suppliers to reduce supply chain risk
• Work with Engineering on new products, product revisions and supplier selection
• Optimize inventory levels and minimize excess or obsolete inventory by analyzing inventory trends, supplier lead times and purchasing data
• Utilize Non-Conformance and Corrective Action processes to resolve supplier quality issues
• Lead supplier audits to ensure conformance with supplier KPI’s, ISO quality standards and any applicable regulatory requirements
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost reduction, supplier performance and operational efficiency

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is required
• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, business administration or related field is preferred
• 3-5 years experience of purchasing or procurement within a manufacturing environment is required
• Experience purchasing mechanical, electrical, fabricated or industrial components is preferred
• Experience purchasing in an ISO & UL environment is preferred
• Travel expected up to 10% of the time

Join Catalytic today to enjoy:

• Competitive wages with annual performance appraisals w/wage reviews
• $5 co-pay for ALL employees and their dependents participating in our Medical Insurance at a near-site wellness clinic!
• Competitive Insurance Benefits, including major medical plan w/HSA
• 401K, Enroll @ 6 Months, 5% Current Match + Immediate Vesting
• Sparkling Work Environment & Modern Equipment too!
• Shift specific premiums of $5.00 per hour
• Training & Mentoring, learn from experts in the industry
• Employee Appreciation Events & Gifts & Much more!

Catalytic Combustion is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Military and Veterans are encouraged to apply