Procurement Parts Buyer

Silgan Containers Mfg Corp; Brookfield Center (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401k with company match

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Silgan Containers Mfg Corp in Waukesha, WI is seeking a full-time, on-site Procurement Parts Buyer to source spare parts, OEM components, tooling, and MRO materials for continuous manufacturing operations.

You will interpret blueprints and technical docs, manage POs, and drive cost savings through strategic sourcing while collaborating with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to ensure plant uptime and reliability.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance, Manufacturing Technology, Mechanical, or Tooling Technology preferred; equivalent experience considered
• 3+ years of purchasing or procurement experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with spare parts, OEM components, tooling, and MRO procurement
• Background partnering with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering teams
• Exposure to metalworking, machining, or tooling environments a plus
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office (JD Edwards/JDE preferred)
• Ability to read blueprints, technical drawings, and equipment documentation
• Proven success in supplier negotiation, inventory management, and cost savings
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• CMRP certification (or progress toward certification) preferred

Responsibilities

• Source and procure spare parts, OEM components, engineered tooling, and MRO materials to facilitate continuous manufacturing operations
• Interpret technical specifications, engineering drawings, and equipment documentation to ensure accurate and compliant purchasing
• Manage purchase orders, monitor lead times, and proactively expedite deliveries to avoid production downtime
• Execute strategic sourcing and cost-reduction initiatives, including supplier negotiations and agreement management
• Optimize inventory levels and MRO supply chains, maintain accurate data and planning parameters in ERP/MRP systems
• Monitor supplier performance related to quality, delivery, and service, and resolve issues as needed
• Partner with operations, maintenance, engineering, and receiving teams to back production reliability
• Track and report procurement KPIs such as cost savings, fill rate, and inventory turns; assist with invoice discrepancies
• Participate in on‑call rotations

Skills

ERP systems

Supplier negotiations

Blueprint reading

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance/Manufacturing Technology

Tools

JD Edwards/JDE

Job description

Silgan Containers is hiring a full‑time, fully on‑site Procurement Parts Buyer / Manufacturing Buyer / MRO Buyer in Waukesha, WI, to support continuous, high‑volume manufacturing operations by sourcing and procuring spare parts, OEM components, production equipment parts, tooling, and MRO supplies. This role partners with Plant Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and Finance to ensure plant uptime, manage supplier performance, execute inventory management and cost control, and support 24/7 manufacturing environments, making it well suited for candidates with experience in manufacturing procurement, industrial purchasing, MRO supply chain management, ERP systems, supplier negotiations, and technical part specifications.

Why Join Silgan

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage.
• 401k retirement plan with company match.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.

A culture built on safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

What You’ll Do

• Source and procure spare parts, OEM components, engineered tooling, and MRO materials to facilitate continuous manufacturing operations.
• Interpret technical specifications, engineering drawings, and equipment documentation to ensure accurate and compliant purchasing.
• Manage purchase orders, monitor lead times, and proactively expedite deliveries to avoid production downtime.
• Execute strategic sourcing and cost‑reduction initiatives, including supplier negotiations and agreement management.
• Optimize inventory levels and MRO supply chains, maintain accurate data and planning parameters in ERP/MRP systems.
• Monitor supplier performance related to quality, delivery, and service, and resolve issues as needed.
• Partner with operations, maintenance, engineering, and receiving teams to back production reliability.
• Track and report procurement KPIs such as cost savings, fill rate, and inventory turns; assist with invoice discrepancies.
• Participate in on‑call rotations.

What You’ll Need

• Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance, Manufacturing Technology, Mechanical, or Tooling Technology preferred; equivalent experience (technical training, apprenticeship, or military) considered
• 3 or more years of purchasing or procurement experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with spare parts, OEM components, tooling, and MRO procurement
• Background partnering with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering teams
• Exposure to metalworking, machining, or tooling environments a plus
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office (JD Edwards/JDE preferred)
• Ability to read blueprints, technical drawings, and equipment documentation
• Proven success in supplier negotiation, inventory management, and cost savings
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
• CMRP certification (or progress toward certification) preferred

Who We Are

A global Fortune 500 packaging company with 109 manufacturing facilities across North and South America, Europe, and Asia. A supplier of sustainable metal and plastic packaging solutions for food, beverage, healthcare, home, personal care, and beauty products. A company that strives toward sustainability by reducing our carbon footprint, selecting like‑minded suppliers, and providing recyclable products.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and to perform other job‑related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at‑will” basis. Silgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without reasonable accommodation of any other protective status. Silgan is a drug‑free workplace.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and to perform other job‑related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at‑will” basis. Silgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without reasonable accommodation of any other protective status. Silgan is a drug‑free workplace.