Junior Buyer

Screaming Circuits; Canby (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Milwaukee Electronics in Canby, Oregon seeks a proactive Buyer to support manufacturing operations. The role quotes and purchases electronic components, fabricated materials, and indirect supplies, balancing cost, quality, inventory, and delivery while maintaining ERP data accuracy.

You will work with Customer Service, Engineering, Production, and Quality to resolve shortages and supplier issues. This on-site position emphasizes urgency, ownership, and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field required.
• 1+ year of purchasing or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience buying electronic components or in electronics manufacturing services is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Quote and procure electronic components, fabricated parts, and indirect materials based on production demand and specifications.
• Create, release, maintain, and manage purchase orders in the ERP/MRP system.
• Monitor open POs and material requirements to support on-time delivery.
• Identify shortages and expediting items to prevent delays.
• Build strong supplier relationships and communicate supply risks to stakeholders.
• Coordinate inbound transportation when required.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve material issues.

Skills

ERP/MRP

Excel

Negotiation

Communication

BOM reading

Multi-priority

Education

Associate degree in SCM or related

Tools

Epicor ERP

SAP ERP

Oracle ERP

Job description

Canby
1140 NW 3rd Ave
Canby, OR 97013, USA

Canby
1140 NW 3rd Ave
Canby, OR 97013, USA

Milwaukee Electronics is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Buyer to support our manufacturing operations in Canby, Oregon. In this role, you will be responsible for quoting and purchasing electronic components, fabricated materials, and indirect supplies needed to support production.

The Buyer will balance cost, quality, inventory, and delivery requirements while building strong supplier relationships and working closely with Customer Service, Engineering, Production, Quality, Accounting, and other cross‑functional teams.

This is a full‑time, 100% on‑site position supporting the day‑to‑day needs of a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Quote and procure electronic components, fabricated parts, and indirect materials based on production demand, customer requirements, and engineering specifications.

Create, release, maintain, and manage purchase orders using the company’s ERP/MRP system.

Review open purchase orders and material requirements daily to support on‑time delivery and uninterrupted production.

Proactively identify shortages, late orders and other supply constraints.

Expedite materials and coordinate recovery plans when necessary to prevent or minimize production delays.

Develop and maintain strong, professional relationships with suppliers.

Monitor supplier performance related to pricing, delivery, quality, responsiveness, and service.

Partner with Customer Service, Engineering, Production, and Quality to resolve material shortages, specification questions, and supplier quality concerns.

Clearly communicate supply risks, delivery changes, and recommended actions to internal stakeholders.

Maintain accurate purchasing, pricing, lead‑time, and order‑status information in the ERP system.

Coordinate inbound transportation and logistics when required.

Work with Accounting and suppliers to resolve invoice discrepancies, returns, credits, and receiving issues.

Participate in Lean and continuous‑improvement activities within the supply chain.

Actively contribute to cross‑functional problem‑solving efforts and company projects.

Follow all company quality, safety, regulatory, and purchasing policies.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Associate degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field required

One or more years of purchasing or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment may be considered in place of the education requirement.

Experience purchasing electronic components or working within the electronics manufacturing services industry is strongly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Experience using ERP/MRP systems such as Epicor, SAP, Oracle, or a comparable platform.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the ability to organize and analyze purchasing data.

Strong negotiation, communication, follow‑up, and problem‑solving skills.

Ability to read and understand purchasing requirements, part specifications, and bills of material.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate system data.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond effectively to changing production requirements.

Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments.

Strong sense of urgency, accountability, and ownership.

Ability to communicate professionally with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Willingness and ability to complete company‑provided IPC‑A‑610 training.

This position works on‑site in a manufacturing environment and regularly interacts with production, warehouse, engineering, quality, and office personnel. The role requires frequent computer and ERP system use and may require occasional movement through production and material‑storage areas.

MILWAUKEE ELECTRONICS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at 414-228-5000 or [e-mail].

Because this job has access to controlled technology, we must comply with ITAR. Any job offers will be contingent on verification that the candidate is a U.S. person (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent resident, or individual granted asylum/refugee status in the U.S.) or can otherwise satisfy ITAR compliance requirements. If applicable, if an individual is not a U.S. person, our policy is to not take the extra step of seeking approval from the federal government for that person to work in this position.

Upon hire, the successful candidate must present acceptable proof of identity and current authorization to work in the U.S., as required on Form I-9. We do not provide sponsorship support for employment‑based visas such as H-1B.

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