Buyer at AXCS Equipment in Richfield, WI

As a leading aerial equipment manufacturer, we're constantly striving to better our products, services, and customer satisfaction. We understand this starts with us and that's why we're dedicated to our employees' success. 

If you're an energetic and motivated individual, we want to talk with you! Start the conversation and learn more about our rapidly growing team when you apply today.

Primary Purpose

Responsible for efficient purchasing of all inventory and supplies for the company including negotiating price, delivery, and credit terms. Evaluates vendors and determines most cost-effective inventory and reorder levels.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Prepares and issues purchase orders, determines and negotiates prices as required by Supply Chain Manager and/or VP of Operations, confirms expected delivery schedules, negotiates credit terms, and maintains accurate purchasing records
• Develops and implements procurement strategies designed to reduce costs and improve quality, service, and delivery from suppliers
• Evaluates inventory reorder levels, MRP analysis, and quantity price breaks to determine most economical purchasing of inventory and supplies in relationship to the company’s cost of capital.
• Reassess inventory requirements and make the necessary changes based on forecasts, actual sales, vendor performance to provide optimum inventory levels
• Responsible for evaluating, assessing, and selection of vendors based on capabilities, performance, and consistent quality. Develop and maintain supplier relationships
• Assist in achieving corporate goals related to inventory turns and purchase price goals
• Prepares monthly KPI reports and advises Operation’s team of any delivery concerns
• May perform other duties as required and/or assigned

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, physical demands and/or ability required for this position to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

• Minimum of associate’s degree from an accredited university or college, bachelor’s degree preferred.

• Minimum of 3 years’ production and inventory control experience or exposure.
• Understanding of work orders, job floor packets, material requirements planning, bills of material, and ERP systems

• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office
• Familiarity with accounting and logistics principles
• Good communication skills and ability to work well with people

Certifications and Licenses

• CPM preferred

Working Conditions

• This position usually works regular business hours but may be required to work evenings and weekends to meet deadlines.
• Works in an office and factories settings, may have to travel between sites locally. Job site and remote field work may be required as needed.
• May work around heavy machinery, noisy, and/or dirty conditions.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time, bend, kneel, reach, lift, sit, in hot, cold, dusty, elevated, noisy area where foot and automated equipment movement, airborne, dust/fumes, and ultraviolet light are present.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.