Buyer/Planner

Northwire, Inc.; Santa Teresa (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwire, Inc. is seeking a Buyer in the Materials department to plan and purchase materials, supporting production schedules and inventory strategies. The role involves identifying new suppliers and managing supplier performance within the ERP system.

You will contribute to cost and quality improvements while ensuring on-time deliveries and effective inventory control in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain or equivalent experience.
• 1–3 years direct purchasing experience.
• APICS CPIM or CPM certification preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule purchase orders; manage material flow to support production and optimal inventory.
• Confirm and track purchase orders with suppliers.
• Maintain supplier information within the ERP system.
• Assist with inventory evaluation, reporting, data mining, and process improvements.
• Track supplier performance and support supplier relationship management.
• Pursue continuous personal and professional development.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Supply chain knowledge

Problem solving

Teamwork

Planning

Accountability

Customer focus

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain

Equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

English Proficiency Level: C2 (Proficient)

Location

Osceola, WI Santa Teresa, NM

Reports To

Director of Operations

Classification

Exempt Full-Time

Department

Materials

Summary/Objective

The Buyer is responsible for the timely planning and purchasing of materials for products supporting production schedules and inventory strategies. The Buyer seeks and establishes new supply sources for new and existing products. Other responsibilities include supplier oversight and management to ensure schedules, costs and quality objectives are achieved.

You must also be highly detail-oriented and organized with excellent analytic and problem-solving abilities. It is also important that you display excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.

Essential Functions

• Prepare (plan and schedule) purchase orders. Manage material flow to ensure inventory is maintained to the optimum level to support on time customer deliveries while keeping inventory holdings at the appropriate levels. Process purchase requisitions for non-inventory items.
• Confirm and track purchase orders with suppliers.
• Maintain supplier information within ERP system.
• Assist and support activities including inventory evaluation & management, reporting, data mining, analysis and process improvements.
• Track supplier performance and assist in the development and maintenance of supplier relationships.
• Pursue and participate in continuous personal and professional development.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

It Is The Responsibility Of All Team Members To

• Proactively ensure a safe working environment for Team member and guests
• Live and model the Vision, Mission Quality and Safety Policies
• Create a culture of performance as evidenced by continual improvement in Safety, Quality, Innovation and attaining company sales revenue and earnings growth targets
• Create a learning organization that can adapt to changing market needs
• Abide by the Code of Ethics for Professional Conduct, utilizing appropriate professional and respectful behavior in all situations and maintaining absolute confidentiality.
• Support the delivery of high-quality products and services that exceed customer expectations.

Competencies

• Possess basic knowledge of supply chain activities including raw materials and components into a finished product that is delivered to the end customer.
• Practice Problem solving and decision making in situations for which no routine solutions exist.
• Understand the dynamics of effective teamwork in order to attain higher levels of performance.
• Excellent planning and organizing skills.
• Demonstrate a willingness to accept responsibility and accountability.
• Ensure all activities are built around customer focus.
• English Proficiency Level: C2 (Proficient)

Supervisory Responsibility

This position will have no direct reports.

Work Environment

This position operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this position, the TEAM Member is frequently required to talk or listen to fellow TEAM Members and suppliers.

Expected Hours Of Work

8 A.M. – 5 P.M. Monday through Friday with an estimated total of 45 hours per week. Schedule may fluctuate based on business needs.

Travel

Up to 20% travel may be required.

Relocation

No relocation is expected for this position.

Required Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain and/or equivalent experience.

Preferred Education And Experience

• At least 1-3 years direct purchasing experience.
• APICS Certified in Purchasing Management (C.P.M) or Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM)

Additional Eligibility Qualifications Or Certifications

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Demonstrated professionalism and respect for associates at all levels.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a fast‑paced environment.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance (if Applicable)

None

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, and responsibilities that are required of the TEAM Member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time or without notice.

TEAM Member signature below constitutes their understanding of the requirements, essential functions, and duties of the position.

Northwire, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/D/V