Buyer II

Fike Corporation; Blue Springs (MO); On-site; USD 61,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Fike Corporation in Blue Springs, MO is seeking a Buyer II to manage supplier relationships, execute purchasing activities, and maintain material availability to support production and operations.

The role emphasizes replenishment, PO management, and coordination across multiple internal teams to ensure on-time delivery and continuous supply. A Bachelor’s degree and purchasing experience are required, with preferred certifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or related field or equivalent experience.
• Two years or more purchasing experience.
• Knowledge of Supply Management, Materials Resource Planning concepts and material replenishment processes.
• Knowledge of Google Suite and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Execute day-to-day supply flow and replenishment activities including PO management, blanket orders, shortages, expediting, returns and inventory replenishment.
• Manage vendor scorecards and supplier relationships; monitor delivery commitments and resolve routine issues.
• Assist with demand signals review and maintain inventory levels per replenishment strategies.
• Coordinate across Planning, Customer Experience, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Receiving and Accounting to ensure continuity of supply.
• Maintain purchasing/planning data in business systems and follow policies and governance.
• Resolve routine operational issues and escalate significant risks when appropriate.
• Support execution of supply chain strategy through purchasing execution and supplier coordination.

Skills

Analytical

Records management

Inventory

Verbal and written communication

Computer applications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Office Suite

JDEdwards

SalesForce

Job description

Buyer II

Fike Corporation, a rapidly growing international manufacturer of pressure relief, explosion protection, fire suppression and detection equipment, has an opportunity for a Buyer II position. Fike is a privately held business located in Blue Springs, MO with over 400 employees locally & over 1,200 employees worldwide.

Job Summary:

Responsible for the activities associated with supplier management, purchasing execution, material replenishment, and supply continuity. Integrates the links between Purchasing, Suppliers, and Internal Stakeholders to ensure material availability and operational execution.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Executes day-to-day supply flow and replenishment activities reliably, including purchase order management, blanket order releases, shortage resolution, expediting, supplier returns, and inventory replenishment activities.
2. Manages vendor scorecards and operational supplier relationships, including supplier communications, purchase order follow-up, delivery commitments, and resolution of routine supplier performance issues.
3. Executes within established inventory and planning models by reviewing demand signals, supporting material availability, and maintaining inventory levels in accordance with established replenishment strategies.
4. Coordinates operational execution across Planning, Customer Experience, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Receiving, and Accounting to ensure continuity of supply and timely resolution of material-related issues.
5. Maintains accurate purchasing/planning data within business systems and follows established purchasing policies, procedures, and governance requirements.
6. Resolves routine operational issues independently, including shortages, supplier delivery concerns, invoice discrepancies, receiving discrepancies, and material availability issues, escalating significant risks when appropriate.
7. Serves as an experienced individual contributor by applying purchasing, supply management, and replenishment expertise to support departmental and operational objectives.
8. Supports execution of supply chain strategy through effective purchasing execution, supplier coordination, material availability management, and adherence to established supply chain processes and policies.
9. Maintains the confidentiality of all information processed.

Performs related duties as assigned. Regular and consistent attendance is required.

Essential Skills:

Subject Matter Proficiency. Analytical. Records Management. Computer Applications. Inventory. Effective Verbal and Written Communication.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the environment is general office work and the employee is regularly required to walk, talk, hear, see, sit and use hands.

Job Qualifications:

REQUIRED: Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Two years or more of Purchasing experience. Knowledge of Supply Management, Materials Resources Planning concepts and Material Replenishment processes. Knowledge of Google Suite, and Microsoft Office Suite.

PREFERRED: NAPM or APICS certification. Familiarity with JDEdwards Business Systems SalesForce and Google Suite. Post degree experience in a Purchasing, Materials, or Operations / relevant environment. Knowledge of Supply Management, Materials Resources Planning concepts and Material Replenishment processes.

Compensation:

The pay range for this position is $61,099.58 to $84,020.04 a year. May increase depending on the level of experience of the candidate.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Fike isan Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.