Buyer II

Generac; Beaver Dam (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy technology company in Beaver Dam, WI seeks a Buyer II to streamline purchasing processes and supplier management. The ideal candidate should have relevant experience in manufacturing and possess strong negotiation and analytical skills. An Associate's Degree or equivalent experience is required, while a Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain Management is preferred. This role involves working cross-functionally to enhance inventory management and cost-saving measures, ensuring optimal supplier performance and effective communication throughout the organization.

Qualifications

• 3 years of purchasing, planning or related experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute standard purchasing processes and strategies.
• Manage supplier on-time delivery (OTD) performance.
• Coordinate engineering change order (ECO) activities.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Project management

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Associate's Degree in related field

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Supply Chain Management

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

We are seeking a Buyer to join the team at our brand new manufacturing facility in Beaver Dam, WI!

In the role of Buyer II you will be responsible for purchasing components and maintaining an open line of communication with a variety of suppliers, as well as working cross‑functionally within the company on topics such as component issues, costing or invoicing concerns, NMRs, receiving inspections, and ECOs. The Buyer is responsible for continuously improving on‑time delivery, raw‑good turns, and for seeking cost‑reduction opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Execute standard purchasing processes and strategies including procure‑to‑pay definition and optimization.
• Have authority to purchase at the most favorable price consistent with quality, quantity, delivery, and other factors for raw materials, equipment, machinery and/or supplies.
• Participate in vendor source selection and determine acceptable price.
• Plan and maintain optimal inventory levels using PFEP.
• Manage supplier on‑time delivery performance, maintain system data integrity, and measure key indicators such as past‑due purchase orders, open PO acknowledgements, PO expedites, non‑conforming material return cycle time, and supplier invoice resolution.
• Proactively identify, communicate, and assist with resolving delivery delays.
• Support supplier demand forecasting, capacity planning, inventory management, replenishment, and procurement transactions.
• Recommend cost‑saving proposals including make‑versus‑buy analysis, alternative sourcing, step pricing for volume discounts, and vendor evaluation criteria.
• Requisition major purchased items and coordinate timely processing of those parts finished outside the company, establishing good relationships with suppliers and internal customers.
• Coordinate ECO activities with suppliers and internal support functions.
• Work with Corporate Strategic Sourcing to identify key and preferred suppliers for key categories of spend.
• Act as SAP Super User within the functional area as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in a related field OR equivalent experience.
• 3 years of purchasing, planning, or related experience in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Supply Chain Management.
• APICS Certification.
• Prior experience using SAP or an equivalent ERP system.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Effective and successful contract negotiation skills.
• Strong project management and analytical skills, including ability to solve problems and manage shifting deadlines and priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; use hands to manipulate objects or controls; stand and walk; stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders; occasionally lift up to 25‑50 pounds. The job also involves frequent computer‑based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision, and focus adjustment, with occasional travel.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.