Strategic Buyer: Data-Driven, Supplier Alliances

Fey Industries; Edgerton (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Fey Industries in Edgerton, MN is seeking an experienced Buyer who can anticipate problems, build strong supplier relationships, and keep operations running smoothly. This role focuses on data, vendors, inventory, and cross-functional teamwork to impact business performance.

You’ll analyze inventory, usage trends, and supplier performance while maintaining ERP/MRP data and driving improvements with technology and AI tools.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years of purchasing, procurement, materials planning, or supply chain experience.
• Experience working directly with suppliers and managing purchase orders.
• ERP/MRP system experience.
• Strong Excel and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing activities and purchase orders from start to finish.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Prevent material shortages and communicate supply risks early.
• Analyze inventory, usage trends, lead times, and supplier performance.
• Maintain purchasing and planning data within ERP/MRP systems.
• Drive continuous improvement through reporting, technology, automation, and AI tools.
• Partner with Operations, Sales, Engineering, Customer Service, and Accounting to support business objectives.

Skills

Excel skills

Analytical skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ERP/MRP system

Job description

Fey Industries in Edgerton, MN is seeking an experienced Buyer who can anticipate problems, build strong supplier relationships, and keep operations running smoothly. This role focuses on data, vendors, inventory, and cross-functional teamwork to impact business performance.

You’ll analyze inventory, usage trends, and supplier performance while maintaining ERP/MRP data and driving improvements with technology and AI tools.