Buyer

PDS Tech Commercial; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a Buyer / Materials Planner (Direct Materials) for an on-site, first shift role in Wisconsin. You will procure direct materials, manage supplier relationships, and drive on-time delivery within an MRP environment.

Responsibilities include reviewing requisitions, issuing POs, managing inventory levels, and supporting new product introductions and product phase-outs with cost-conscious procurement practices. Collaboration across teams is essential.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of experience in direct material buying, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with MRP systems and SAP
• Strong analytical skills using Excel or Google Sheets
• Solid understanding of procurement, inventory, and supplier management processes
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting
• Strong communication and collaboration skills across internal and external stakeholders
• Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail and accuracy
• Familiarity with supply chain policies, procedures, and ISO standards

Responsibilities

• Procure direct materials and services to support production operations
• Serve as the primary communication link between internal teams, suppliers, and customers
• Review requisitions, evaluate vendor bids, and initiate purchase orders
• Execute purchasing activities driven by MRP systems
• Manage procurement for new product introductions and existing products
• Coordinate last-time buys for end-of-life products
• Ensure on-time delivery, manage inventory levels, and monitor purchase price variance
• Analyze forecast accuracy and report findings
• Maintain and update standard costs for assigned parts
• Support sourcing and quoting activities to improve supply continuity and reduce costs
• Resolve supply chain issues (shortages, allocations, discrepancies, etc.)
• Manage supplier relationships and performance, including regular reviews and improvement plans
• Track and drive key KPIs (on-time delivery, PO acknowledgments, past due shipments, etc.)
• Support audit readiness (ISO/internal audits) and address findingsContribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including data integrity and parameter management
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Independence

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field

Tools

SAP

MRP systems

Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Buyer / Materials Planner (Direct Materials)

Pay Rate: $36/hour

Location: On-site (Not Remote)

1st shift- Temp to hire

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Buyer / Materials Planner to support direct material procurement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role involves working independently on moderately complex assignments, making informed decisions within established procurement practices, and collaborating cross-functionally to ensure operational success.

You will act as a key liaison between internal teams, suppliers, and customers-supporting both pre-production ramp-up and full-scale manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Procure direct materials and services to support production operations
• Serve as the primary communication link between internal teams, suppliers, and customers
• Review requisitions, evaluate vendor bids, and initiate purchase orders
• Execute purchasing activities driven by MRP systems
• Manage procurement for new product introductions and existing products
• Coordinate last-time buys for end-of-life products
• Ensure on-time delivery, manage inventory levels, and monitor purchase price variance
• Analyze forecast accuracy and report findings
• Maintain and update standard costs for assigned parts
• Support sourcing and quoting activities to improve supply continuity and reduce costs
• Resolve supply chain issues (shortages, allocations, discrepancies, etc.)
• Manage supplier relationships and performance, including regular reviews and improvement plans
• Track and drive key KPIs (on-time delivery, PO acknowledgments, past due shipments, etc.)
• Support audit readiness (ISO/internal audits) and address findingsContribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including data integrity and parameter management
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 4-7 years of experience in direct material buying, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with MRP systems and SAP
• Strong analytical skills using Excel or Google Sheets
• Solid understanding of procurement, inventory, and supplier management processes
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting
• Strong communication and collaboration skills across internal and external stakeholders
• Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail and accuracy
• Familiarity with supply chain policies, procedures, and ISO standards

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Experience in electronic manufacturing environments