Procurement Operations Buyer

brunswick; Fond du Lac (WI); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Annual discretionary bonus

Hybrid work arrangement

Medical and retirement benefits

Job summary

Brunswick Corporation in Fond du Lac, WI is hiring a Procurement Operations Buyer to coordinate direct purchased materials for our global manufacturing and distribution network. This hybrid role partners with the operations team and suppliers to plan inventory, mitigate risk, and drive continuous improvement across the supply base.

You will manage inbound logistics, optimize supplier performance and costs, and maintain appropriate inventory levels throughout the product lifecycle.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain or closely related field.
• 2+ years of experience in supply chain and/or procurement.
• Experience with supply chain management and planning.
• Excellent data analysis abilities and software skills, including Microsoft Excel, Power BI; proficient with Word, PowerPoint, Project.
• Excellent time management and organization skills, able to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Utilize system tools to analyze and mitigate risk to ensure proper supply chain execution to support factory and distribution needs.
• Manage inbound supply chain coordination and communicate obstacles to efficiency.
• Effectively manage supplier relationships to understand and work through constraints within a complex supply chain.
• Proactively communicate delivery requirement changes to the supply base.
• Analyze and improve supplier delivery performance, inventory cost and freight cost trade-offs.
• Manage and drive improvement to procurement operational support metrics.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels throughout the product lifecycle.
• Identify areas of improvement to capitalize on cost reduction using inventory management best practices (i.e. VMI, Pull, POC).
• Develop and maintain effective business relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead and support continuous improvement activities for Mercury processes and systems.
• Drive execution of supplier management strategies to improve supply, cost, and risk management.
• Identify and execute cost reduction projects within the supply chain.

Skills

Data analysis

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Time management

Communication

Education

BS/BA in Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Word

PowerPoint

Project

Job description

Are you ready for what's next?

Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond. Brunswick believes "Next Never Rests™," and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation.

Location: Fond du Lac, WI

Workplace Category: Hybrid; 3+ days in office per week

Travel Required: Minimal; 5%

Direct Reports: No

Pay Range: $54,300 - $75,400

Visa Sponsorship: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Relocation: Yes

Innovation is the heart of Brunswick. See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality:

Position Overview :

The Procurement Operations Buyer is responsible for coordinating the flow of purchased material within Mercury's global manufacturing and distribution facilities. The Procurement Operations Buyer partners internally within the operations team and externally with our global supply base to plan direct purchased materials, optimize inventory levels and drive continuous improvement within the supply base and Mercury operations and distribution.

At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.

Operational

• Utilize system tools to analyze and mitigate risk to ensure proper supply chain execution to support factory and distribution needs
• Manage the coordination of the inbound supply chain and proactively communicate any possible obstacles to ideal efficiency
• Effectively manage supplier relationships to understand and work through constraints within a complex supply chain
• Proactively communicate delivery requirement changes to the supply base
• Analyze and improve supplier delivery performance, inventory cost and freight cost trade-offs
• Manage and drive improvement to procurement operational support metrics
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels throughout the product lifecycle
• Identify areas of improvement to capitalize on cost reduction using inventory management best practices (i.e. VMI, Pull, POC, etc.)

Collaboration

• Develop and maintain effective business relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Lead and support continuous improvement activities for Mercury processes and systems

Strategic

• Drive execution of supplier management strategies to improve supply, cost, and risk management
• Identify and execute cost reduction projects within the supply chain

Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.

Experience / Professional Credentials:

• BS/BA in Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain or closely related field
• 2+ years of experience in supply chain and/or procurement
• Experience with supply chain management and planning
• Excellent data analysis abilities and software skills, including Microsoft Excel, Power BI; proficient with Word, PowerPoint, Project
• Excellent time management and organization skills, able to comfortably manage multiple ongoing projects, prioritize and adapt in response to changing business needs
• Positive attitude, ethics, and international values to promote a healthy, diverse, high-performance culture

Preferred Qualifications

• CPM and/or CPIM certification
• Lean and Six Sigma certification and application experience

Business Travel Expectations

This position will require occasional day and/or overnight travel by auto or airplane, up to 5%.

Working Conditions:

Hybrid; At least 3 days a week onsite in Fond du Lac, WI

The hiring range for this position is $54,300 to $75,400 annually. The actual base pay offered will vary based on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate's qualifications and the business context.

In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. This position is eligible to participate in Brunswick's comprehensive and high-quality benefits offerings, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401k (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account (with company contribution), well-being program, product purchase discounts and much more. Details about our benefits can be found here.

Why Brunswick:

Brunswick Corporation is a leader in the marine industry, and we're looking for people just like you to take part in the movement towards better boating for all. We rely on the thoughtful input of people from all backgrounds to create compelling, innovative products for our customers around the globe. As such, diversity, equity, and inclusion are priorities in the enduring culture of our company. As a world leader in emerging recreational products and technologies, wh