Strategic Buyer: Cost-Saving Purchasing & Supplier Leadership

Blattner; Avon (MN); On-site; USD 61,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Employer paid HDHP insurance premiums

401(k) with company match

HSA and FSA options

Dental and Vision insurance

Education Assistance (Tuition Rea

Work/Life balance

Employee/Family focused culture

Gym on site

Job summary

Blattner is seeking a purchasing professional to manage the end-to-end purchasing cycle for materials and equipment at our Avon, Minnesota site. You will plan, issue and track purchase orders, coordinate with suppliers on pricing and delivery, and ensure timely arrival of materials to support project needs.

You will monitor inventory levels, run cycle counts, and work with cross-functional teams to keep data accurate and report on open POs.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in purchasing, planning or related supply chain function required.
• Associate degree in supply chain, business, finance, or related field required; or equivalent combination of education/experience.
• APICS or other certification preferred (if applicable).

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, and manage purchase orders for materials and supplies based on requisitions and project needs.
• Coordinate with suppliers to confirm pricing and delivery dates, expediting late orders and resolving discrepancies.
• Monitor stock levels, reorder points, run cycle counts, and investigate variances to root cause.
• Collaborate with Master Data Team, planners, project managers, and warehouse staff to keep records accurate and report on inventory and open POs.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Planning experience

Education

Associate degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Job description

Blattner is seeking a purchasing professional to manage the end-to-end purchasing cycle for materials and equipment at our Avon, Minnesota site. You will plan, issue and track purchase orders, coordinate with suppliers on pricing and delivery, and ensure timely arrival of materials to support project needs.

You will monitor inventory levels, run cycle counts, and work with cross-functional teams to keep data accurate and report on open POs.