Buyer II (61583)

Walsworth; Ripon (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Walsworth in Ripon, WI is seeking a Buyer II to collaborate with internal departments and align needs with products and vendors. This on-site role runs 8 am - 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday, and requires accurate PO entry and vendor communication.

You will analyze RFQs, maintain inventory accuracy, manage reorder points, support sample inventory, and mentor junior buyers. A strong team player with solid communication and multitasking skills will thrive in this fast-paced office environment.

Qualifications

• Four years of purchasing or related experience required.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and customer service.
• Ability to work with limited supervision and strong judgment.

Responsibilities

• Verify purchase orders and communicate requirements to vendors.
• Subject matter expert in assigned buying category.
• Administer PO and SKU numbers.
• Understand inventory accounting practices related to PO and inventory.
• Verify monthly consignment counts and submit consignment POs.
• Support sample inventory, sample requests, alternative options, etc.
• Assist in preparation, review and analysis of RFQ.
• Participate in cycle counts and year-end physical inventory counts.
• Research new products and services.
• Provide variance cost to estimating.
• Manage inventory turns and reorder points to avoid excess inventory.
• Verify and authorize payments within buying limits or with management authorization.
• Monitor reorder points and order supplies and materials to support manufacturing.
• Manage cost and pricing documentation.
• Submit, track and report claims for defective products and related costs.
• Provide planning information by collecting and summarizing data and trends.
• Cross-train with buyers for coverage.
• Train and mentor other Buyers and new personnel.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Organization

Teamwork

Communication

Customer service

Vendor relations

Data analysis

ERP systems

RFQ

Inventory management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ERP systems

Purchase order systems

Job description

Job Summary:

As our Walsworth - Ripon Buyer II, you will work with various internal departments to understand their needs and match those needs to the correct product and vendor. Gather the information requested and reply clearly, in a timely manner. This is an on-site, office role with a schedule of 8 am - 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday.

Essential Functions:

• Verify specifications of request and enter purchase orders into required systems and accurately communicate the purchase requirements to the vendor.
• Subject Matter Expert in assigned products/services buying category.
• Administer purchase order numbers and SKU numbers.
• Understand the company's accounting practices related to inventory and purchase orders.
• Verify monthly consignment counts and submit consignment purchase orders.
• Support sample inventory, sample request, alternative options etc.
• Assist in preparation, review and analysis of RFQ.
• Participate in cycle counts and yearend physical inventory counts.
• Research new products and services
• Provide variance cost to estimating.
• Manage inventory turns to utilize volume purchases without having excess inventory on the floor for extend periods of time. This includes reviewing ROP on a quarterly basis.
• Verify and authorize payments within the buying limits or with Management authorization.
• Monitor reorder points and order supplies and materials to support manufacturing.
• Manage cost and pricing documentation.
• Submit, track and report claims for defective products and cost associated (i.e., downtime, sorting, etc.)
• Provides purchase planning and control information by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends.
• Crosstrain with buyer for a support and coverage
• Training and mentoring other Buyers and new personnel.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects.
• Ability to remain organized and self-directed in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to interface with a variety of individuals or groups on a frequent basis.
• Ability to work with limited direction and supervision, while demonstrating good judgment and strict confidence.
• Ability to learn computer applications as necessary for the position.
• Must successfully complete any training or certification courses required to support or strengthen position.
• Ability to read, interpret and follow verbal and written instructions, work procedures and other related materials.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including strong customer service skills.
• Must communicate appropriate information accurately and clearly as needed.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED and four years experience in purchasing or related function.
• Must be willing and able to submit to and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background check and social media screening.