Winchester Assistant Buyer

Winchester Ammunition; Clayton (MO); On-site; USD 59,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Winchester Ammunition in Clayton, MO is seeking an Assistant Buyer to support sourcing activities and ensure timely procurement of materials. The role collaborates with Production, Quality, and Inventory Control to maximize supplier value and supply chain efficiency.

The candidate will convert requisitions into POs, manage material requirements, and monitor supplier performance. A minimum of two years purchasing-related experience and SAP proficiency are preferred; this is an onsite role with

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of Purchasing, Accounts Payable, or Accounts Receivable experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency in Word and Excel; SAP experience preferred.
• Knowledge of purchasing processes, MRP systems, and ISO standards is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Convert purchase requisitions into accurate and timely purchase orders.
• Evaluate production material requirements and issue purchase orders as needed.
• Determine monthly metal requirements based on production schedules.
• Resolve blocked invoices.
• Send expedited reports to suppliers to confirm on-time deliveries.
• Monitor and track supplier delivery performance.
• Obtain certificates of origin for purchased items when required.
• Coordinate Non-Conformance Material Report (NCMR) actions with Quality, Inventory Control, and suppliers.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Proactive

Strong communication

Team-oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

Title: Assistant Buyer

Location: Clayton, MO

Salary: $58,680 to $60,240 (depending on relevant experience)

Schedule: Onsite

Focus: We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Assistant Buyer to join our Purchasing team. In this role, you will support sourcing activities, evaluate bids, ensure timely procurement of materials, and collaborate closely with Production, Quality, Inventory Control, and other departments. This position plays a key role in maintaining efficient purchasing operations and ensuring the organization receives the best overall value from suppliers.

Assistant Buyer Essential Job Functions

• Convert purchase requisitions into accurate and timely purchase orders.
• Evaluate production material requirements and issue purchase orders as needed.
• Determine monthly metal requirements based on production schedules.
• Resolve blocked invoices.
• Send expedited reports to suppliers to confirm on-time deliveries.
• Monitor and track supplier delivery performance.
• Obtain certificates of origin for purchased items when required.
• Coordinate Non-Conformance Material Report (NCMR) actions with Quality, Inventory Control, and suppliers.

Assistant Buyer Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum two years of Purchasing, Accounts Payable, or Accounts Receivable experience.
• Proficiency in Word and Excel; SAP experience preferred.
• Knowledge of purchasing processes, MRP systems, and ISO standards is preferred.
• Highly motivated self-starter who can thrive in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and communication (verbal and written) skills.

Location-Specific Requirements

• This position requires access to ITAR controlled technical data, and as such, employment will be contingent upon the candidate's ability to access ITAR controlled technical data pursuant to an export license approved by the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, if required.

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