Buyer / Purchasing Agent

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Permanent Buyer/Purchasing Agent to join our client in Wauakesha WI. The successful candidate will be responsible for procuring high-quality and cost-efficient supplies for the organization. They will follow procurement procedures, maintain an updated list of current and incoming inventory, and be responsible for approving purchases.

Responsibilities:

1. Creates Purchase Orders for raw materials, equipment, tools, parts, and supplies by typing/entering information into computer to maintain purchasing, inventory, and other records.
2. For a few key commodities with variable monthly pricing, make necessary updates to the Purchase Orders and then Receive the materials into the computer system, putting them into inventory.
3. Assists with creating, updating and maintenance of raw material part numbers in computer system, including recommending changes to reorder points and maximum inventory levels.
4. Creates spreadsheets to analyze inventory reorder points and maximum inventory quantities to ensure consistent and adequate inventory levels while maximizing inventory turns.

Qualifications:

1. Proven working experience as a buyer or purchasing agent in the manufacturing industry.
2. Associate Degree required but Bachelors Degree preferred
3. Must have at least 2+ years of experience in a similar role.
4. Aptitude in decision-making and working with numbers.
5. Experience in collecting and analyzing data.
6. Strong leadership capabilities.
8. Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of products, including Excel required. Experience purchasing within an ERP system is a plus.