Site Materials Buyer

We are seeking a Materials Buyer to support site operations by ensuring the timely procurement and availability of materials needed to keep production moving. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented supply chain professional who enjoys working cross-functionally, managing supplier relationships, and driving operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

Create and issue purchase orders to approved suppliers based on system demand; Maintain accurate purchase order information, pricing, and delivery dates within ERP/MRP systems; Coordinate material availability with site Materials Management and production teams; Monitor supplier delivery performance and address shortages or delivery concerns; Work with the Expediting team to resolve supplier issues and improve on-time delivery; Support inventory optimization by utilizing existing stock and reducing excess inventory; Challenge supplier lead times, cost increases, and delivery commitments when appropriate; Escalate supplier quality, cost, and delivery concerns to Category Management; Participate in cost savings and continuous improvement initiatives; Generate daily, weekly, and monthly purchasing and inventory-related reports; Assist with procurement audits and annual physical inventory activities; Support resolution of supplier discrepancies, return authorizations, and data integrity issues

Requirements

Associate's degree or equivalent experience; 2-4 years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or operations environment; Experience creating and managing purchase orders through ERP/MRP systems; Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; Ability to monitor inventory requirements and support demand planning activities; Experience communicating with suppliers and resolving delivery or quality issues; Strong Microsoft Excel and reporting skills; Excellent organizational and time-management abilities; Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high accuracy and attention to detail

Nice to have

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or a related field; Experience in rail, manufacturing, heavy industrial, transportation, or maintenance environments; Understanding of inventory management and material planning concepts; Experience supporting cost reduction and supplier performance initiatives

Benefits

Competitive base salary; Stable, long-term career within a growing organization; Medical, Dental, Vision; 401(k) with company match; Company-paid life and disability insurance; Paid time off + paid holidays; Employee Assistance Program; Career growth opportunities across Marmon/Berkshire Hathaway companies; Invests in training and development; Real career mobility