Buyer II

MPE-Inc; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) with company match

Nine paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

MPE-Inc in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Buyer II to execute procurement and sourcing activities that support new product launches and ongoing production. You will manage supplier relationships, drive cost savings, and ensure materials are delivered on time, at the right quality, and within budget.

This fast-paced role rewards ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement as you monitor KPIs and lead negotiations.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience managing suppliers, RFQs, and contract negotiations.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret data and drive decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; ERP system experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement activities for assigned programs, including sourcing, RFQs, supplier selection, and purchase order management.
• Support new product launches (NPI) by ensuring materials meet quality, cost, and timeline expectations.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships, including contract negotiations, performance management, and issue resolution.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives aligned with fiscal year targets.
• Analyze and support Make vs. Buy decisions in collaboration with engineering and operations teams.
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives (Kaizen, VA/VE, standardization efforts).
• Ensure on-time delivery, quality, and cost performance of all purchased goods and services.
• Monitor and improve working capital through effective payment terms and inventory strategies.
• Support change management activities, including engineering changes and supplier transitions.
• Track and report key procurement KPIs and performance metrics.

Skills

Procurement experience

Supplier management

RFQ management

Contract negotiations

Data analysis

MS Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

ERP system

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Buyer II

Full Time Indirect Labor Milwaukee, WI, US

Salary Range: $80,000.00 To $90,000.00 Annually

We are seeking a dedicated Buyer IIto join our team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for executing procurement and sourcing activities that support new product launches and ongoing production. You will manage supplier relationships, drive cost savings, and ensure materials are delivered on time, at the right quality, and within budget.

If you enjoy working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where precision, ownership, and collaboration matter, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement activities for assigned programs, including sourcing, RFQs, supplier selection, and purchase order management
• Support new product launches (NPI) by ensuring materials meet quality, cost, and timeline expectations
• Maintain strong supplier relationships, including contract negotiations, performance management, and issue resolution
• Drive cost reduction initiatives (PO-to-PO savings, rebates, and value engineering opportunities) aligned with fiscal year targets
• Analyze and support Make vs. Buy decisions in collaboration with engineering and operations teams
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives (Kaizen, VA/VE, standardization efforts)
• Ensure on-time delivery, quality, and cost performance of all purchased goods and services
• Monitor and improve working capital through effective payment terms and inventory strategies
• Support change management activities, including engineering changes and supplier transitions
• Track and report key procurement KPIs and performance metrics

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience)

Experience and Training:

• 3-6 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment
• Experience managing suppliers, RFQs, and contract negotiations
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and drive decisions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, etc.); ERP system experience is a plus

Why Join Us?

Mission-Driven Work: Help deliver medical products that change lives
Growth Opportunities: We support career development and internal promotions

• Medical (HSA-qualified and traditional plans), dental, and vision — coverage starts the first of the month after hire
• 401(k) with company match
• Nine paid holidays and vacation time from day one

If you're detail-oriented, team-driven, and ready to contribute to life-changing medical technology, and grow your career at MPE.

No relocation or sponsorship available for this role.