Senior Buyer: Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Partnerships

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

Job summary

Millerbernd Manufacturing Company Llc in Winsted, MN is looking for a Senior Buyer to support production by procuring supplies, materials, and services. This onsite role focuses on cost management, supplier partnerships, and scalable supply chain solutions to meet production demands.

Required are 5+ years of sourcing experience and a Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain. The position offers standard work hours, with clear salary range and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain or related field.
• 5+ years of sourcing/procurement experience.
• Strong negotiation skills as primary supplier representative.
• Ability to read complex terms, conditions and drawings.
• Analytical with data interpretation.
• Strong written and verbal communication; good business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Process daily purchase requirements to meet production needs.
• Manage suppliers to satisfy cost, quality, and timing.
• Develop sourcing solutions and validate supplier performance.
• Participate in supplier negotiations and RFQ documentation.
• Build long-term supplier partnerships and risk mitigation.
• Implement replenishment systems aligning supply with demand.

Skills

Sourcing experience

Negotiation

Data analysis

Communication skills

ERP proficiency

MS Office skills

Business acumen

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Millerbernd Manufacturing Company Llc in Winsted, MN is looking for a Senior Buyer to support production by procuring supplies, materials, and services. This onsite role focuses on cost management, supplier partnerships, and scalable supply chain solutions to meet production demands.

Required are 5+ years of sourcing experience and a Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain. The position offers standard work hours, with clear salary range and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees.