Buyer, Business

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We build products and relationships that last a lifetime! We are a successful family business with a long‑term record of steady growth and a determination to accelerate our trajectory. Our diverse team members are passionate about their company and their co‑workers.

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• Fancy – as manufacturers we believe practical, clean facilities are required to make quality products and retain the best team.
• Transactional – we have long‑term relationships with our team members and most valuable customers.
• Satisfied – we celebrate achievement, then set our sights on new goals.

• Passion for winning. Achieving goals and continuous improvement drive you. You live by metrics.
• Experience purchasing for a manufacturer or complex entity with multiple commodity types; preferably purchasing raw steel and aluminum.
• You want exposure to senior company leaders and to have your voice heard on strategy.
• A negotiator. Able to assess the zone of possible negotiated agreements and develop strategies to increase your chances of success. You are systematic in your approach, plan before you begin, and are successful. Proven skills managing a supplier relationship highly preferred.
• An analyst  enjoy cleaning data, extracting insights, looking for patterns, and prioritizing areas for savings projects.
• Proven ability to deliver savings from purchased goods—raw materials, sourced finished goods, or services.
• Lots of patience and high emotional intelligence. The ability and desire to work with people who will challenge you.
• A people person. You’ll have to work alongside a diverse team and be able to persuade them to assist you.
• A hard worker. There is more opportunity in our organization than you can shake a stick at, but it will require dedication. This is not a 9 to 5 job.
• You love to improve processes. You establish new policy and see it through.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office, especially Excel; diverse experience with commodities management. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics/Great Plains highly preferred.
• Completed a bachelor’s degree in a business or related field.
• At least 3 years experience in a similar Purchasing role.
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, finance, business or related field highly preferred.

• Competitive wage with annual increases and a performance‑based annual bonus.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Company‑paid life, short‑ and long‑term disability insurance coverage.
• Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and personal days.