Buyer I

Apogee Enterprises; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Apogee Enterprises is seeking a Buyer I to support multi-site manufacturing by procuring essential materials, supplies, and services. You will work with suppliers and internal teams to ensure on-time delivery, quality, and cost-effectiveness across facilities.

Must be detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. This role involves creating POs in ERP, coordinating with engineering for project-specific orders, and ensuring timely deliveries while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, finance, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in supply chain.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills required.

Responsibilities

• Create purchase orders within an ERP system.
• Utilize configuration software in conjunction with engineering requirements to build job-specific items/orders on a per project basis.
• Assure that the purchase orders are delivered on schedule by monitoring open order reports and coordinating with vendors.
• Acknowledge daily PO confirmations from vendor partners and communicate discrepancies to teams in ERP/MRP software.
• Support procurement across the organization including estimating, engineering, accounting, buying/planning, sales, and operations.
• Maintain integrity in supplier interaction.
• Support and participate in continuous improvement efforts.
• Adhere to policies, CBPs, Standards, and SOPs.
• Adhere to safety policies to ensure a safe environment.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Detail orientation

Problem solving

Customer service

Fast-paced environment

Lean principles

APICS certification

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / Supply Chain Management / Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary

As a Buyer I, you will play a key role in supporting our multi-site manufacturing operations by procuring essential materials, supplies, and services. You will work closely with suppliers and internal teams to ensure on-time delivery, quality, and cost-effectiveness across our facilities. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Create purchase orders within an ERP system.
• Utilize configuration software in conjunction with engineering requirements to build job-specific items/orders on a per project basis.
• Assure that the purchase orders are delivered on schedule by monitoring open order reports, working with the vendors to confirm ship dates, and updating the internal system to assure its accuracy.
• Accountable for acknowledging daily purchase order confirmations from our vendor partners and proactively sharing any discrepancies with the appropriate teams in Epicor and JDE MRP software programs.
• Support all levels of the organization as it relates to their involvement in the procurement of goods through the supply chain. These groups include, but are not limited to, estimating, engineering, accounting, buying/planning, sales, and operations.
• Maintain integrity in supplier interaction.
• Support and participate in continuous improvement efforts.
• Adhere to established Policies, Critical Business practices (CBPs), Standards, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Adhere to established safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe environment for all associates.

Experience & Skills

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year experience in supply chain.

Required Skills:

• Negotiation skills: ability to negotiate prices, contracts, and delivery terms with suppliers to achieve cost-effective purchasing.
• Analytical skills: Capable for analyzing purchasing data and trends to support decision-making and identify cost-savings opportunities.
• Strong organizational: ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workload to meet deadlines.
• Communication skills: effective verbal and written communication skills for interacting with suppliers and internal teams.
• Detail orientated: high degree of accuracy in processing orders and managing supplier relationships.
• Proactive problem solver with the ability to trouble shoot and resolve supplier-related issues.
• Strong customer service orientation with collaborative approach to working with internal departments, such as production, engineering, and finance.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment wand adapt to changing priorities.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles a plus.APICS or other supply chain certification is advantageous but not required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Work Environment/Travel Requirements

• Office environment with occasional visits to the manufacturing floor.
• Extended periods of office work on a computer and in team meetings.
• Occasional travel related to other sites / corporate.

Physical Requirement's

• Lift up to 10 lbs.

Our Benefits

We care about and invest in our employees. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their well-being and foster professional development. Here is a glimpse of what you can look forward to if you join our team.

• Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)
• Incentive Plans
• 401(k) with employer contribution and match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match
• Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
• Training and Career Progression

Apogee and our brands are an Equal Opportunity Employer.