Senior Buyer

Millerbernd-Manufacturing-Company; Winsted (MN); On-site; USD 74,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Health & Flexible Spending Accounts

Life & Disability Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

401(k) with Match

Incentive Pay

STIP

Unlimited PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Onsite Training

Job summary

Senior Buyer at Millerbernd Manufacturing Company is onsite in Winsted, MN, with a yearly salary range of $74,286 to $88,912. The role supports production by procuring supplies and services, building supplier partnerships and implementing replenishment systems aligned to demand and fiscal goals.

The Senior Buyer will manage daily purchase requirements, negotiate with suppliers, and provide internal customer service while ensuring quality and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain or related field.
• 5+ years of sourcing/procurement experience.
• Effective negotiating skills as the primary company representative.
• Ability to understand complex documents (terms/conditions, drawings, pricing agreements).
• Ability to analyze and interpret data.
• Strong computer skills, especially Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Strong business acumen with prioritization skills.

Responsibilities

• Process daily purchase requirements to satisfy production needs and manage costs.
• Provide internal customer service, understanding requirements and managing suppliers.
• Provide sourcing solutions; validate supplier quality, quantity and timing.
• Participate in supplier negotiations and prepare RFQ documents and agreements.
• Develop win-win relationships with suppliers for long-term success.
• Implement replenishment systems aligning supply with demand and fiscal objectives.
• Monitor supplier performance and identify risks.

Skills

Sourcing/procurement

Negotiation

Data analysis

ERP systems

MS Office

Communication

Business acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Senior Buyer

Supply Chain Full Time Professional Winsted - Plant 3, Winsted, MN, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 3298

Salary Range: $74,286.00 To $88,912.00 Annually

Millerbernd Manufacturing, a family-owned company since 1933, is driven by our core values: respectful and humbly confident, a positive attitude and solutions-oriented, a great reputation every day, loyal and united, working together, and results-driven.

The Opportunity

The Senior Buyer is responsible for supporting Production by procuring supplies, materials, and services, direct and indirect, as needed. This role is responsible for establishing high performance and scalable supply chain and developing strategic solutions by partnering with suppliers and internal customers.

Job Title: Senior Buyer
Location: onsite in Winsted, MN
Salary Range: $74,286 - $88,912/year (Exempt)
Schedule: Monday - Friday Business Hours
Shift Differential: 1st shift – N/A

(In compliance with Minnesota Pay Transparency Law, this range reflects the anticipated compensation for this role. Actual pay may vary based on experience, education, and other factors.)

As a Senior Buyer, you will:

• Process daily purchase requirements, focusing on satisfying production requirements and cost management, supplier partnership, risk mitigation, quality, and stocking requirements


• Provide internal customer service; understanding customer requirements and managing suppliers to meet expectations


• Provide sourcing solutions; validating suppliers achieve quality, quantity and timing requirements


• Participate in supplier negotiations, preparing request for quote documents, stocking agreements, quality, and other requirements as needed


• Develop win-win relationships suppliers to support long-term success and growth.


• Implement replenishment systems that align supply with demand and achieve company fiscal objectives


• Responsible for supplier performance and risk opportunity identification

Role Qualifications as a Senior Buyer:

• Preferred candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain or other related field


• 5+ years of sourcing/procurement experience


• Effective negotiating skills with experience being the primary company representative in supplier relationships.


• Ability to understand complex business documents (terms/conditions, quality documents, product drawings, pricing agreements, service contracts, sales documents, etc.)


• Ability to analyze and understand data


• Strong computer skills with an emphasis on Microsoft Office and ERP systems


• Result oriented problem identification and solving skills


• Strong written and verbal communication


• Strong business acumen with an ability to prioritize and focus

What we offer for employment:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Two medical plan options, with company HSA contributions


• Health & Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA) – For medical and dependent care expenses


• Life & Disability Insurance – Company-paid basic life, AD&D, and short-/long-term disability


• Voluntary Benefits – Including optional life, legal & ID protection, accident & critical illness insurance

Financial Security -

• 401(k) with up to 4% Match – Immediate vesting


• Incentive Pay – Performance-based bonus programs depending on your role and shift
  
  
  
  • This role is eligible for participation in the company’s \"Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP)\", a financial performance-based bonus program
  
  
  • Payouts are determined by the company’s operational results and are distributed in the first quarter of the subsequent year
  
  
  
  

Work-Life Balance -

• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays


• Tuition Reimbursement – Up to $5,250/year for job-related education


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support services


• Onsite Training – Includes leadership, welding, and language courses

Benefits available to employees working 30+ hours/week. 401(k) available to all employees.

We're an Equal Opportunity Employer -

Millerbernd Manufacturing Company is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas.