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Buyer, Supply Chain​/Logistics

Job in Maple Grove, Hennepin County, Minnesota, 55311, USA
Listing for: Nextern
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-23
Job specializations:
  • Supply Chain/Logistics
    Procurement / Purchasing, Inventory Control & Analysis, Logistics Coordination
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 65000 - 90000 USD Yearly USD 65000.00 90000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

This position is primarily responsible for supporting the procurement of materials, services and consumables that support production operations. This may include both direct and indirect material purchases.

Review the master production schedule regularly to identify any materials that need to be procured or rescheduled to align with current requirements.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Review the master production schedule regularly to identify any materials that need to be procured or rescheduled to align with current requirements.
  • Place purchase orders with suppliers, obtaining delivery commitments, and maintaining delivery due date and promise date information.
  • Managing inventory levels that achieves the desired service level while minimizing the risk of excess.
  • Regularly view and maintain material lead times to ensure accurate material planning.
  • Maintain ERP system standard costs and minimize purchase price variances.
  • Review and approve Change Orders that affect materials the buyer is responsible for.
  • Communicate material supply issues that may impact the timely execution of the production schedule.
  • Assist organizational stakeholders in establishing best practices and purchasing policies.
QUALIFICATIONS
  • Minimum Education:
  • Bachelor’s Degree, or relevant experience
  • Minimum Experience:
  • 2+ years purchasing experience
  • Experience navigating ERP and material planning systems
  • Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience sourcing and procuring a variety of material commodities
  • Experience in medical device or electronics components industries
COMPETENCIES
  • Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
  • Dependability – Takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
  • Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; develops realistic action plans.
  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off, Personal Days, AND Birthday Holiday!
  • Lifetime Membership Subsidy and Wellness Resources
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Taco Thursdays!!!

Nexternis an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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