Purchasing Clerk - 1

Fisher Barton; Watertown (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with 7%

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Job summary

Fisher Barton in Watertown, WI is seeking a Purchasing Clerk to manage material requirements, schedules, and shop orders for assigned value streams. This role supports lead-time and cost reduction goals through supplier management and precise planning.

You will handle requisitions, purchase orders, expediting, and order tracking with strong Excel and ERP system skills. A team-oriented, detail-driven person who can work independently is ideal.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Control material requirements, schedules, and shop orders for assigned value streams.
• Drive lead-time and cost reduction goals through supplier management and job planning activities.
• Requisition processing and purchase order accuracy; expedite orders and follow up on orders.

Skills

MS Office Suite

Excel skills

ERP systems

attention to detail

verbal and written communication

team player

organizational skills

problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Operations, Business or related field

Tools

Epicor ERP

Job description

The Purchasing Clerk is responsible for controlling the material requirements, schedules, and shop orders for their assigned value streams. With little or minimal supervision, this position will ensure proper raw material and finished goods inventory levels to meet daily and forecasted sales requirements. Will help drive the company’s lead-time and cost reduction goals through supplier management and job planning activities.

You will do this by:

Level 1:

• Entry level Purchasing Clerk type individual
• Limited purchasing of Pre-defined parts/Part Classes
• Requisition processing - Pre-approved by other Managers
• Predefined purchase limits - Quantity limits
• Purchase order Accuracy
• Expedite orders
• Follow up on orders
• Track documents related to those orders
• Have a basic knowledge of Ship to locations & Part Classes
• Field Accounting questions related to those orders
  • Maintenance Buyer
  • Purchasing Clerk
  • Entry Level position

The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature of the job and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of position responsibilities. Responsibilities and impact may crossover technical fields/functions.

You are the kind of person who:

• Can work safely and efficiently
• Is a Team player
• Is an independent worker
• Has strong attention to detail
• Has strong organizational skills
• Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills
• Has advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite, including solid Excel skills
• Is proficient with ERP systems
• Has the ability to be flexible and adapt to changing requirements, schedules and priorities
• Possesses strong analytical, problem solving and organization skills
• Has the ability to build strong relationships at all levels of the organization
• Has the ability to manage multiple and at times competing priorities

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to use basic math to analyze information
• Knowledge with computer systems and experience with Microsoft Excel
• Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Operations, Business or other related field from an accredited school
• Experience using Epicor or (ERP)
• APICS, CPIM, CPP or similar certification
• Lean or other Continuous Improvement methodologies strongly preferred
• ISO experience

Physical | Visual Demands:

• Regularly walk, stand and sit.
• Occasionally lift and or move up to 20 lbs.
• Work is performed in an office environment, with regular exposure to the manufacturing plant.
• Considerable time may be spent sitting in front of a computer screen
• Manufacturing environment, loud noises.
• Machine Shop

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Location: 1040 S. 12th Street | Watertown, WI

Shift: 1st – Monday through Friday 8am – 4pm (flexible 8 hr. shift)

Benefits Package:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Company Paid Employee and Dependent Life Insurance
• Employee, Spouse and Child Life Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match
• 96 hours (12 days) Paid Time Off to start
• 10 Paid Holidays per year
• Health Savings Plans (HSA, FSA and Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts)
• Eligibility to participate in the ONE Fisher Barton Quarterly Bonus Plan
• Tuition Assistance
• Wellness Programs
• Off-Site Team Building Events
• On-Site Cookouts and Celebrations
• Birthday and Anniversary Recognition
• Holiday parties
• And more!

Who we are:

At Fisher Barton, we combine years of experience across multiple industries to deliver unparalleled innovation. Our world-class talent understands the behavior of materials and develops leading-edge solutions that meet your unique needs. We’re more than a source for high-quality parts; Fisher Barton is your resource for the highest quality solutions you’ll find—anywhere.

Fisher Barton is an equal opportunity employer who welcome and encourages diversity in our workforce. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to any status or characteristic protected by law.