Commodity Buyer

Capitol Stampings
Milwaukee, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 5/20/2022 CLOSED ON 11/6/2023

Job Posting for Commodity Buyer at Capitol Stampings

Purchasing / Buyer experience? Check out this career opportunity! You'll implement purchasing activities in compliance with mandated requirements, oversee daily activities, respond to a range of inquiries regarding processes or bid status which achieving department objectives and goals within budget.

Why Choose Capitol Stampings Corporation?

  • We are a stable and rapidly growing steel manufacturing industry with 3 locations under the Steel Craft Corporation.
  • We offer:
    • Over 75% employer paid medical insurance premium, plans with low deductibles, and wellness incentives
    • Low cost Vision, Voluntary Life, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Insurance coverage
    • Company paid Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, and more
    • A competitive 401(K) Plan with a 3% employer contribution match
    • Desirable vacation and PTO in addition to 10 paid holidays
    • Paid Parental Leave (Maternity/Paternity)
    • Health Savings Account annual contributions
    • Annual company paid Health Risk Assessment
    • Discretionary Performance Bonus Plan
    • We value employees and offer fun activities, events, outings, and more

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintain appropriate inventory levels to support the sales forecast at lowest total cost while meeting or exceeding required inventory turns.
  • Place and expedite purchase orders, schedule materials, and production processes to ensure on-time delivery.
  • Manage supplier performance.
  • Work with Engineering, Estimating and Shop Floor on new product start up.
  • Set up and maintain a variety of inventory programs (Kanban, Vendor Managed Inventory, Consignment).
  • Analyzes and coordinates daily production schedules based on customers demands.
  • Purchase raw materials and supplies based on needs for production.
  • Assist new and existing customers with order placements.
  • Manages projects as assigned.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications:

Education: Associated Degree in Supply Chain, Purchasing, Logistics, or related field, or High School Diploma or equivalent minimum with related work experience.

Experience and/or Training:

  • 3 years experience in manufacturing operations, supply chain, purchasing function.
  • Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills including supplier engagement.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong mathematical, analytical, organization, planning, prioritizing and multi-tasking skills required.
  • Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
  • Ability to work in a demanding and fast-paced environment.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
  • Proficient in MRP / ERP applications.
  • Ability to sit, stand, walk in addition to lifting and/or carrying up to 25 lbs.

Apply Today!

We are committed to principals of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. We do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law with regard to any employment practices (hiring, training, promotion, etc.) for all qualified employees and prospective employees.

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