Buyer II

Job Details

Job Location: Casper, WY – Evansville, WY 82636
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: 4 Year Degree
Salary Range: $59,700.00 – $66,200.00
Travel Percentage: None
Job Shift: Day
Job Category: Supply Chain Buyer II
Job Code: 11097
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Job Family: Supply Chain
Job Level: T
HSE Status: Safety‑Sensitive

Mesa Power Solutions is a fast‑growing U.S. manufacturer delivering reliable, responsible power systems to industrial markets nationwide. We engineer and build advanced, sound‑attenuated, temperature‑controlled generator sets designed to perform in the toughest environments. Backed by industry‑leading service and real‑time telemetry technology, we give our customers the confidence and visibility they need to keep critical operations running. We value people, safety, and growth, and our A.D.A.P.T. values—Action‑Oriented, Disciplined, Accountable, Passionate, Trustworthy—drive everything we do.

• Competitive base pay
• 401(k) plan
• Generous paid time off—including vacation, holidays, parental leave, and bereavement
• 100% employer‑paid Health, Dental, and Vision insurance for employees and their dependents
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability coverage
• Critical Illness and Accident insurance
• Annual Evaluations with the opportunity for a pay increase based on performance

The Buyer II manages procurement activities of materials for natural‑gas engine and generator production and service with greater autonomy. The role negotiates supplier terms, proactively reduces cost and lead‑time risks, and resolves issues. It balances tactical execution with analytical decision‑making to support operational efficiency.

• Manage end‑to‑end purchasing for assigned commodities or suppliers.
• Analyze MRP signals and adjust purchasing strategies accordingly.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms (delivery/payment) within defined limits.
• Proactively mitigate supply risks and resolve delivery or quality issues.
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships, monitor performance, and support corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Planning, Operations, and Engineering on part changes, cost/lead‑time impacts, and supplier qualifications.
• Support cost savings and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate forecasting and communicate supply risks.
• All other duties assigned.

• 4 Year / Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain, Business or related field from an accredited university.

• 5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain or technical field in an industrial / manufacturing environment.
• 3 years of experience managing suppliers and purchase orders independently.
• 3 years of exposure to MRP/ERP systems in a lean manufacturing or operations environment.

• 7 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain or technical field in an industrial / manufacturing environment.
• Experience with cost analysis or basic negotiations.
• Honorably discharged service veterans are preferred.

• APICS (CPIM/CSCP) or ISM (CPSM)

• Working knowledge of procurement, supply chain, and inventory management.
• Understanding of supplier performance metrics and cost drivers.
• Familiarity with contract terms and basic negotiation principles.
• Strong negotiation, analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and data analysis tools such as MS Excel.
• Ability to manage competing priorities with minimal supervision.
• Ability to make sound, data driven purchasing decisions.
• Ability to influence suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Exposure to MRP/ERP systems in a lean manufacturing or operations environment.
• Must be able to fluently speak, write, and read in English.

• Action‑oriented:
  Self‑motivated, problem solver, takes initiative when issues arise, acting quickly and responding accordingly.
• Disciplined:
  Focused, consistently following through with dedication to achieve high standards even when no one is watching.
• Accountable:
  Takes ownership and accountability…