Strategic Purchasing & Materials Planner

WEG Electric Corp. (USA); Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

WEG Electric Corp. (USA) is seeking a Buyer in Minneapolis, MN to manage material planning, purchasing, and inventory for a dynamic engineer-to-order and made-to-order facility.

You will collaborate across departments, maintain inventory accuracy, and drive on-time production by resolving delivery issues. The role emphasizes data-driven decisions, ERP usage (SAP), and a strong focus on quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in planning, purchasing, inventory, manufacturing, or engineering.
• SAP experience is a plus.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to interpret drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily material requirement planning review and execute production materials orders.
• Collaborate with planning and suppliers to resolve delivery issues and recoveries to support on-time delivery.
• Interface with other departments to determine technical and manufacturing needs.
• Process Engineering Change Orders for updates to manufacturing and vendors.
• Manage inventory levels including safety stock, excess, and obsolete items.

Skills

Planning experience

Purchasing experience

Inventory management

Manufacturing experience

Engineering experience

Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or technical field

Tools

SAP Materials and Planning

Job description

WEG Electric Corp. (USA) is seeking a Buyer in Minneapolis, MN to manage material planning, purchasing, and inventory for a dynamic engineer-to-order and made-to-order facility.

You will collaborate across departments, maintain inventory accuracy, and drive on-time production by resolving delivery issues. The role emphasizes data-driven decisions, ERP usage (SAP), and a strong focus on quality, safety, and continuous improvement.