Buyer I

USA Wood Door; Howell (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Wood Door is seeking a Buyer I to manage purchasing and administrative tasks across multiple production sites from Howell, MI. You will process and manage purchase orders, ensure competitive pricing, and maintain strong supplier relationships to support inventory turns and on-time material delivery.

The role requires strong analytical and organizational skills, experience with ERP/MRP systems, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize spend while upholding

Qualifications

• 1- 2 years of supply chain experience with a focus on purchasing, procurement, category and vendor management.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to communicate detailed planning.
• Ability to lead through influence with cross-functional leaders.
• Advanced skillset in Microsoft Office including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems to drive demand and inventory decisions.

Responsibilities

• Procure goods and materials based on production specifications from customer service or production.
• Ensure lowest cost solution on all goods, materials, and services procured without sacrificing quality.
• Audit, file, and communicate supplier lead times and order acknowledgements with production, scheduling, and sales.
• Update ERP with relevant data updates and follow up on outstanding POs.
• Initiate corrective action for supplier performance or warranty claims.
• Participate in make/buy decisions with cross-functional leaders and use MRP to determine demand.

Skills

Purchasing & procurement

Analytical skills

Leadership through influence

Data-driven decision making

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree or higher in supply chain management, business, economics, or analytics

APICS CSCP

APICS CPIM

Tools

MS Office

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Primary Function:The Buyer I is responsible for performing purchasing and administrative functions across multiple production sites toensure sustainment of key vendor-partner relationships, optimal inventory levels and turns, timely acquisition ofmaterials, and the lowest optimal material costs without sacrificing quality. This role involves collaborating withcross-functional teams, placing and managing purchase orders from production specifications, and administeringpurchasing processes to ensure compliance with company policy. The ideal candidate will have strong analyticaland administrative background with the ability to manage multiple purchase orders, vendors, and site needssimultaneously. This position reports directly to the Purchasing & Planning Manager with a dashed line to the PlantManager at the location where this position is officed out of.Key Accountabilities:Purchase Order Processing and Management (70%)Procure goods and materials based on production specifications from customer service or production.Ensure lowest cost solution on all goods, materials, and services procured without sacrificing quality.Audit, file, and communicate supplier lead times and Order acknowledgements with production, scheduling, and sales.Update ERP with relevant data updates.Complete regular, proactive vendor follow-up on purchase orders scheduled for arrival in the future.Sustain positive relations with existing suppliers with quick escalation of issues.Ensure adherence to spend-level thresholds and seek the appropriate approval to align with company policy.Send and administer Request for Proposal (RFP) and Request for Quote (RFQ) processes to seek competitive bids when needed or directed.Initiate corrective action for supplier performance or warranty claims for purchased goods.Offer backup support for other Buyers within company guidelines and procedures.Materials & Cost Management (20%)Participate in make/buy decisions with cross-functional leaders in SIOP.Use MRP to determine demand for common components and materials.Ensure safety stock on standard components and inventory to avoid stock outs or production disruptions.Develop alternate uses or disposal options for obsolete and/or excess components, supplies, and materials.Review and monitor pricing from suppliers against historical costs and escalate variances to leadership.Inventory Optimization (10%)Ensure vendor partners are aligned with and participating in safety stock requirements.Ensure alignment with corporate cycle counting strategies that achieve 96% or better inventory accuracy.Participate in physical inventory or cycle counts as directed by leadership.Education and Certifications:Associate’s degree (or higher) in supply chain management, business, economics, or analytics preferred.APICS CSCP, APICS CPIM are a plus.Technical Knowledge, Skills, or Experience:Required:1- 2 ye ars of Supply Chain experience with a focus on purchasing, procurement, category and vendormanagement.Strong analytical skills with the ability to communicate detailed planning.Ability to lead through influence with other cross functional leaders.Advanced skillset in Microsoft office – Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.Previous experience in ERP/MRP systems.Ability to identify continuous improvement opportunities and develop & implement changeExperience using data to drive informed and thoughtful decision making.Ability to visually inspect, read, and verify detailed data, documents, or equipment outputs on a screen or paper.Ability to perceive and comprehend auditory information or verbal instructions during meetings and phone calls.Ability to document, compose, and convey clear information and accurate notes in written formats.Job Location: Howell, MI; 100% In-Office – no remote, no hybrid option.