Buyer, Business

Buyer I (Contract – 12 Months)

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Onsite – South Milwaukee, WI

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Hours: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Monday–Friday

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Contract: 12 months (potential for extension)

We’re looking for a Buyer I to support raw material procurement and production operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role focuses on timely purchase order execution, issue resolution, and close collaboration with internal teams and suppliers to ensure uninterrupted production support.

• Release and manage purchase orders to support raw material and production needs
• Ensure on-time delivery of materials and resolve procurement, quality, invoice, and inventory issues
• Execute and maintain SAP transactions related to purchasing and inventory
• Analyze part consumption trends and other part characteristics to support planning decisions
• Work closely with customer service, suppliers, product engineering, and production teams
• Support continuous improvement efforts related to procurement and material flow
• Maintain accurate documentation and data integrity across procurement systems

• 1–3 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or a related role
• Understanding of procurement processes and best practices
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the MS Office Suite
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, production-driven environment
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
• Experience working with ERP systems (SAP preferred)
• Familiarity with contract management principles
• Knowledge of supply chain logistics and inventory management
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and documentation

• Hands-on exposure to manufacturing procurement operations
• Opportunity to work cross-functionally with engineering, production, and suppliers
• Stable onsite schedule with potential for contract extension
• Great role for early-career buyers looking to build deep procurement experience