Junior Buyer

Merrill Steel; Schofield (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Merrill Steel in Wisconsin seeks a Junior Buyer to support production operations by placing orders, managing inventory, and processing returns. The role focuses on bolt, fastener, and site-needed items, ensuring material compliance and timely delivery.

The position requires 1–5 years in purchasing or related fields, with proficiency in Excel/Outlook and inventory software. Collaboration with the Purchasing team and adherence to company policies are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; technical degree preferred but not required.
• 1–5 years of experience in purchasing, accounting, inside sales or shipping and receiving.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
• Experience in accounting, MRO, and inventory management software.
• Ability to apply practical opportunities to improve team procedures.

Responsibilities

• Place orders with approved vendors to support production and maintenance operations.
• Manage inventory for designated products and process claims, credits, and material returns.
• Receive materials and maintain material certification records.
• Negotiate pricing and resolve pricing discrepancies.
• Perform accurate data entry and maintain organized electronic records.
• Cross-train with team members to provide effective coverage.
• Support departmental goals and deadlines while working within company policies and guidelines.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Data entry accuracy

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Deadline-driven

Education

High School diploma or GED

Technical degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Inventory management software

MRO software

Job description

As Junior Buyer you are essential to supporting production operations. As a member of the Purchasing team you will focus on project buyouts of bolts, fasteners, anchor/sag rods, and misc. site needed items.

Position Description

• Place orders with approved vendors to support production and maintenance operations
• Manage inventory for designated products and process claims , credits, and material returns
• Receive materials and maintain material certification records
• Negotiate pricing and resolve pricing discrepancies
• Perform accurate data entry and maintain organized electronic records
• Cross-train with team members to provide effective coverage
• Support departmental goals and deadlines while working within company policies and guidelines

Position Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required, technical degree preferred but not required
• One to five years of experience in purchasing, accounting, inside sales or shipping and receiving
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Outlook
• Experience in accounting, MRO, and inventory management software
• Ability to apply practical opportunities in improve team procedures

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Thank you for applying to Merrill Steel, have an excellent day!