Corporate Buyer

Crystal Finishing Systems Incorporated; Schofield (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off

8 paid holidays

Wellness programs

Tuition assistance

On-site clinics and gyms

Job summary

Crystal Finishing Systems Incorporated in Wisconsin seeks a Corporate Buyer to purchase goods, materials, and services that support the production schedule and overall operations.

The role partners with suppliers to negotiate cost, quality, and delivery, while collaborating with production, finance, and other teams to ensure timely, accurate purchasing aligned with business goals. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Purchasing principles and practices with 3 to 5 years of experience and/or a Degree in related field.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Analytical and a strong demonstrated problem-solving ability
• Proficient in MS office, excel and computer skills
• Strong sense of urgency and attention to detail
• Excellent organization, communication and follow-up skills
• Able to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks and achieve targets
• Able to work well under pressure and stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing activities by sourcing and ordering materials, goods, and services to support production schedules, inventory goals, and business needs.
• Build strong supplier partnerships while negotiating, monitoring performance, resolving issues, and identifying new sourcing opportunities to improve quality, cost, and service.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with production, operations, finance, and other internal teams to ensure purchasing requirements are accurate, timely, and aligned with business objectives.
• Monitor inventory and supply continuity by proactively managing order schedules, expediting deliveries when needed, and addressing supply chain disruptions before they impact operations.
• Drive cost savings and process improvements through quote analysis, supplier evaluations, market research, and identification of cost reduction opportunities.
• Support purchasing operations and reporting by resolving purchase order and invoice discrepancies, maintaining accurate records, tracking supplier metrics, and contributing to continuous initiatives.

Skills

Purchasing principles

Analytical ability

Communication skills

Time management

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in related field

Tools

Excel

MS Office Suite

Job description

Now Hiring: Corporate BuyerJob Purpose:The Buyer has the primary responsibility of purchasing goods, materials and services to support the production schedule and to ensure the operational needs are met. This position works with the Purchasing Manager and supports the Plastics department vision, direction and policies.Key Responsibilities:Manage purchasing activities by sourcing and ordering materials, goods, and services to support production schedules, inventory goals, and business needs.Build strong supplier partnerships while negotiating, monitoring performance, resolving issues, and identifying new sourcing opportunities to improve quality, cost, and service.Collaborate cross-functionally with production, operations, finance, and other internal teams to ensure purchasing requirements are accurate, timely, and aligned with business objectives.Monitor inventory and supply continuity by proactively managing order schedules, expediting deliveries when needed, and addressing supply chain disruptions before they impact operations.Drive cost savings and process improvements through quote analysis, supplier evaluations, market research, and identification of cost reduction opportunities.Support purchasing operations and reporting by resolving purchase order and invoice discrepancies, maintaining accurate records, tracking supplier metrics, and contributing to continuous initiatives.Desired Minimum Qualifications:Knowledge of Purchasing principles and practices with 3 to 5 years of experience and/or a Degree in related field.Good communication and interpersonal skillsAnalytical and a strong demonstrated problem-solving abilityProficient in MS office, excel and computer skillsStrong sense of urgency and attention to detailExcellent organization, communication and follow-up skillsAble to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks and achieve targetsAble to work well under pressure and stressful situations.Working Environment:Primarily located within an office environment.Occasional time spent within the manufacturing area.On occasion this person may be required to visit a customer location.Normal office hours with periodic need for weekend or evening workWhat We OfferMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance with options to fit your needsShort-Term Disability InsuranceCompany Paid Employee Life InsuranceAdditional Employee, Spouse and Child Life Insurance optionsOptional Accident, Indemnity, and Critical Illness InsurancePharmacy Benefit ManagementPrescription Drug Benefits401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Employer MatchPaid Time Off8 Paid Holidays per yearHealth Savings Plans (HSA, FSA and Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts)Eligibility to Participate in the Quarterly Attendance Bonus PlanTuition AssistanceWellness Programs - including onsite Healthcare Clinics and GymsFree Physical TherapyApprenticeship ProgramsOn-Site Cookouts and CelebrationsAnd more!Join Our Team and Keep Our Business Moving Forward!THE FINE PRINTAll offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical and drug screen. Crystal Finishing Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all team members and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Crystal Finishing Systems participates in E-Verify.