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STS Technical Services

Materials Buyer II

STS Technical Services, Brookfield, Wisconsin, United States, 53045

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Ready to make an impact? Join a stable and growing organization where your career can flourish. If you are excited about new opportunities, keep reading. At Trace-A-Matic, our people are our greatest assets. We offer a friendly, clean, and safe work environment where everyone can thrive. Our mission is to achieve excellence in complex precision machined components and ensure customer satisfaction. Plus, we have a fantastic Gainsharing program: when the company profits, we share 50% with our employees, paid out quarterly. What Trace-A-Matic Offers 10 Paid Holidays

Service-Based PTO

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401k with Company Contribution

Gainsharing

Exciting, fast-paced environment

On-site Fitness Center & Medical Clinic

Weekly Pay

Performance Merit Raises

Climate Controlled Environment

Position Overview The

Materials Buyer II

manages an expenditure base of $12 to $15 million per year for materials to support company purchasing programs. This role is responsible for source selection and procurement functions directly associated with company requirements for both direct and indirect production materials. The position also ensures timely planning and scheduling of receipt and inventory control, consistent with company policies and production schedules. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Initiate and maintain purchase orders and amendments for materials and services

Maintain close coordination with operations planning to ensure timely receipt and inventory management

Ensure accuracy of purchase order information and resolve or coordinate technical questions with suppliers

Secure and analyze quotations when required, negotiate prices and terms with suppliers, and research potential vendors for cost, quality, delivery, and certifications (ISO, AS9100, NADCAP, etc.)

Study market prices, trends, engineering developments, and manufacturing method improvements relevant to assigned responsibilities

Advise company activities with concurrence of the Purchasing Manager

Interview and confer with current and prospective suppliers to determine supply capabilities, transportation coordination, and inventory management

Negotiate pricing and delivery terms with guidance from the Purchasing Manager

Coordinate planning of schedules and inventory control parameters consistent with MRP requirements or requisitioners' needs

Coordinate quality matters and engineering changes between customer requirements and suppliers

Resolve nonconforming material conflicts with suppliers, including credit and debit negotiations

Perform other duties as needed

Skills and Competencies

Fluency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook

Previous experience with ERP/MRP systems required

Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

Professional phone skills to foster and maintain supplier relationships

Familiarity with MRP processes

Ability to read blueprints and a working understanding of machining

Understanding of purchasing functions related to industrial manufacturing and materials used in machined goods

Qualifications

College Degree with an emphasis on supply chain operations or purchasing in a manufacturing environment

Ability to understand engineering processes and specifications

3+ years of purchasing experience in manufacturing required, 5-10 years preferred

Technology & Equipment

Use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines

About STS Technical Services STS Technical Services is a

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