Senior Buyer & Planner — Strategic Sourcing

Kurt Manufacturing; Columbia Heights (MN); On-site; USD 61,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

Health Care Savings Account (HSA)

Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP

Company Paid Long-Term Disability (LTD

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Bereavement Leave

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Kurt Manufacturing is seeking a skilled Buyer/Planner to source raw materials, components, and services to meet production needs and exceed customer expectations. You will evaluate supplier quotes, negotiate prices, maintain vendor relationships, and ensure timely order delivery.

The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and detail-oriented, able to plan ahead, negotiate with suppliers, and resolve issues quickly.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in purchasing, buying, and/or planning preferred.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong knowledge of purchasing principles and procedures.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Able to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively with a team.

Responsibilities

• Source, negotiate, and select vendors that meet quality, price, and delivery requirements.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance in terms of quality, cost, and delivery.
• Review and analyze purchase requisitions and generate purchase orders.
• Monitor inventory levels to ensure minimum stock levels are maintained.
• Ensure timely delivery of items and follow up with vendors on late orders.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies with vendors.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and other important data.
• Prepare reports on purchase activity and supplier performance.
• Open and maintain internal and external manufacturing production orders.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Organization

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or supply chain

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Kurt Manufacturing is seeking a skilled Buyer/Planner to source raw materials, components, and services to meet production needs and exceed customer expectations. You will evaluate supplier quotes, negotiate prices, maintain vendor relationships, and ensure timely order delivery.

The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and detail-oriented, able to plan ahead, negotiate with suppliers, and resolve issues quickly.