Procurement Operations Buyer

Position Overview

As part of the talented Procurement Operations Buying team, we are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Procurement Operations Buyer to join our team. The ideal candidate will keep the manufacturing/service plant operating by ensuring that purchase parts availability meets production demand. The Procurement Team depends on the Supply Chain Planner to proactively communicate with the global supply base to ensure that all direct purchased material shipments are ordered and shipped on time.

• Resolve receiving discrepancies, obtain replacement parts for quality issues and reconcile MAV data and reporting to ensure accurate data capture and system integrity.
• Monitor and analyze MRP to ensure schedule accuracy based on Master Schedule and Bill of Material Changes for current production and new product development.
• Communicate proactively with suppliers to expedite shipments as needed.
• Collaborate with the Category Team to resolve issues identified through the MRP analysis process.
• Plan and issue releases against purchase orders.
• Conduct supplier on‑time shipping performance analysis and proactively provide insightful information to their desk plan and the category team.
• Analyze and evaluate performance, inventory cost and freight cost trade‑offs to provide optimal solution recommendations.
• Maintain and revise desk plans on a quarterly basis to evaluate past performance, ensure continued efficiency and identify continuous improvement opportunities.
• Identify areas of improvement to capitalize on inventory cost reduction through the use of inventory management best practices (e.g., VMI, Pull, ABC, POC).
• Utilize various project management tools and templates, and communicate relevant project data to project mentor via desk plan strategy.
• Conduct ongoing analysis of project results and effectiveness to ensure project sustainability.
• Manage projects necessary to execute continuous improvement plans in accordance with the category strategy.

• BS/BA in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration or a closely related field.
• Prior experience in a supply chain management co‑op/intern role is preferred.
• CPIM certification is preferred.
• Experience in product inventory management.
• Experience in work‑in‑process (WIP) management.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint at an intermediate level or above.
• Occasional day and/or overnight travel by auto or airplane, up to 5%.

The hiring range for this position is $54,300 to $75,400 annually. The actual base pay offered will vary based on factors including job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, business needs, and geographic location. In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and participation in Brunswick’s comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401(k) (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account with company contribution, well‑being program, product purchase discounts and more.

Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact h