Strategic Buyer: Optimize Inventory & On-Time Delivery

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HellermannTyton is seeking a Buyer under the direction of the Purchasing Supervisor. Responsibilities include performing MRP purchasing, monitoring target inventory, and expediting orders to ensure on-time delivery while supporting ISO 16949/14001 certifications.

The role emphasizes inventory control, supplier evaluation, and process improvements to reduce costs and variance. A high school diploma is required with 2+ years buying experience; CPM certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Materials Management preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in buying function required.
• CPM certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform MRP purchasing.
• Use target inventory reports to determine order quantities.
• Buying limit of approval $5000.
• Evaluate vendors and negotiate costs.
• Control purchase price variance.
• Oversee and expedite purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery.
• Review past-due orders and coordinate requests for quotes.
• Assist in maintaining ISO certifications and required documentation.

Skills

Vendor evaluation

Negotiation

Inventory management

ERP systems

MS Office

Education

Materials Management degree

Tools

ERP System

Target Inventory Buying System

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

HellermannTyton is seeking a Buyer under the direction of the Purchasing Supervisor. Responsibilities include performing MRP purchasing, monitoring target inventory, and expediting orders to ensure on-time delivery while supporting ISO 16949/14001 certifications.

The role emphasizes inventory control, supplier evaluation, and process improvements to reduce costs and variance. A high school diploma is required with 2+ years buying experience; CPM certification is a plus.