Buyer, Supply Chain​/Logistics

Hutchinson, United States | Posted on 01/13/2026

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Carries out activities of Procurement Department relatedto purchasing raw materials, components, equipment, machinery, and supplies inan organized manner. Must be able to work on own with minimal supervision.

• Prepares and issues purchase orders
• Reviews purchase orders and contracts to assure compliance within the company policy and obtains management approvals where required
• Maintains procurement records such as items or services purchased, cost, delivery, and inventories
• Maintains accurate pricing and appropriate vendor information in the ERP system
• Approves variances in vendor invoices and acknowledgments
• Follows up on all purchase orders and expedites when necessary
• Follows up on customer furnished materials and expedites accordingly
• Conducts searches for special purchases to find outwhat is available and from whom
• Negotiates pricing with suppliers
• Walk through the manufacturing facility periodically to personally view and inspect purchased items
• Discusses defective or unacceptable goods or services with quality control, users, vendors, and others to determine source of trouble and take corrective action
• Performs other related duties as required

• Mustbe able to communicate verbally and in writing
• Strong computer skills including spreadsheets, ERP systems, and email
• Mustbe capable of following verbal and/or written instructions
• Musthave good mathematical skills and logical reasoning
• Abilityto handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Abilityto troubleshoot at unexpected and inconvenient times
• Trustworthy with highly confidential information
• Mustbe accurate with numbers with attention to details
• Associate degree or bachelor’s degree preferred or similar related work experience
• Cangrasp, stoop, and squat or to perform duties with reasonable accommodation
• Medical and Dental Insurance Covered 100% by Superior Boiler for Employees & Families