Senior Buyer

Boelter, Inc.; Waukesha, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Associate discounts

On Demand pay

Job summary

Boelter, Inc. is seeking a Senior Buyer to manage procurement and replenishment for assigned categories, ensuring product availability, optimal inventory, and cost competitiveness.

You will analyze purchasing data and collaborate with Sales, Inventory Management, and Finance to support company goals. This role requires strong negotiation, supplier management, and ERP/SAP experience in distribution or foodservice contexts.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of purchasing or supply chain experience.
• Experience managing supplier relationships and contracts.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP S/4HANA is required.
• Experience in distribution, manufacturing, or hospitality sectors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing activities for assigned suppliers and product categories.
• Review replenishment recommendations and purchase orders for accuracy and business requirements.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels while balancing service levels, turns, and working capital objectives.
• Manage purchasing of custom products, follow up with vendors to ensure artwork requirements match company requirements.
• Partner with Sales teams to support customer opportunities and new business initiatives.
• Collaborate with Finance regarding inventory valuation, supplier rebates, cost savings, and budgeting activities.

Skills

Purchasing

Negotiation

SAP

Inventory management

Cost analysis

Vendor relationships

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Finance, or related field

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Job description

Posted Monday, August 31, 2026 at 6:00 AM

For 95 years, Boelter has been helping our customers create unforgettable experiences. Our focus is to provide unparalleled service and high-quality products. Boelter takes your best and makes it even better.

Boelter participates in every aspect of the restaurant supply, hospitality, and beverage industries. From designing commercial kitchens to delivering barware supplies, from installing food service equipment to staging the perfect tabletop - with our full spectrum of services and products - we bring inspiration to the table.

Senior Buyer

Belong to the Boelter community that brings people together...

We value the individual where your unique perspective builds a stronger community and fuels our passion for authentic relationships.

Position Summary

The Senior Buyer is responsible for managing the procurement and replenishment of assigned product categories to ensure product availability, inventory optimization, and cost competitiveness. This position analyzes inventory and purchasing data, and collaborates with Sales, Inventory Management, and Finance to support company objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Purchasing & Inventory Management

• Manage purchasing activities for assigned suppliers and product categories.
• Review replenishment recommendations and purchase orders for accuracy and business requirements.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels while balancing service levels, turns, and working capital objectives.
• Manage purchasing of custom products, follow up with vendors to ensure artwork requirements match company requirements

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Sales teams to support customer opportunities and new business initiatives.
• Partner with sales to work on time seasonal bulk buys
• Work with Product Management on product launches, transitions, and rationalization efforts.
• Collaborate with Finance regarding inventory valuation, supplier rebates, cost savings, and budgeting activities.
• Support ERP system improvements and procurement process optimization.
• Promote best practices in procurement and supply chain management.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Finance, or related field.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Experience

• 5-10 years of purchasing, procurement, sourcing, or supply chain experience.
• Experience managing supplier relationships and contract negotiations.
• Experience within distribution, manufacturing, foodservice, hospitality, healthcare, or industrial supply preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP S/4HANA required

Required Skills

• Strong purchasing and sourcing knowledge.
• Understanding of purchasing best practices
• Experience using SAP in the procure to pay process
• Experience in a distribution setting (preferred)
• Experience buying custom branded products (preferred)
• Inventory management and replenishment expertise.
• Cost analysis and landed cost modeling.

Leadership & Interpersonal Skills

• Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Ability to build relationships internally and externally.
• Ability to collaborate with multiple departments and influence change

At Boelter, we care about our associates. We are pleased to offer a comprehensive suite of benefits that are designed to promote and support total well-being for you and your family.

Associates working a minimum of 30 hours per week are eligible to enroll in our benefit programs. Coverage begins the first of the month following hire date for those that enroll in:

• Short-Term Disability coverage is provided via salary continuation at a rate of 60% of your base salary. You are eligible for this coverage after one year of employment.
• 401(k) contributions can start as soon as the first payroll of employment and include a company match.
• You can also take advantage of Associate Perks immediately such as Paid Time Off and associate discounts at our stores.
• We are proud to offer On Demand pay to their associates. Work today and get paid tomorrow!Boelter is committed to offering a robust benefits package and exciting work culture that makes it a great place to work! Wont you come join us?