BUYER II

Job Title

Buyer II

Job Description

The Buyer II will play a crucial role in managing supplier relationships and ensuring the efficient procurement of goods and services. This position involves maintaining supplier databases, requesting quotes, and negotiating pricing and delivery terms to achieve mutually beneficial solutions. The successful candidate will build and maintain a robust supplier base, ensuring quality and on-time delivery while striving for cost reductions.

Responsibilities

• Enter and maintain supplier database information in the business management system.
• Request quotes from multiple suppliers and negotiate to achieve favorable pricing and delivery terms.
• Build and maintain a supplier base by selecting suppliers based on price, lead time, and quantity.
• Create, follow up, and expedite supplier purchase orders or purchase requisitions accurately.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with internal and external customers, including current, new, and potential suppliers.
• Maintain assigned supplier scorecards, investigate responses, and develop strategic improvements as directed.
• Document, measure, and collaborate with suppliers to enhance performance in product quality and on-time delivery.
• Audit supplier procedures and documentation in alignment with ISO requirements.
• Address product and service issues by working with suppliers to find solutions.
• Utilize Microsoft Office Suite and ERP systems for daily tasks.
• Research potential new suppliers while nurturing existing relationships.
• Conduct cost analysis for current and future products and suppliers.
• Ensure a continuous supply of goods and materials, communicating any potential risks to business operations.
• Negotiate pricing and terms to reduce costs while maintaining or improving the quality of goods and services.
• Monitor market trends and competitor strategies to inform procurement strategies.
• Develop innovative procurement strategies aligned with company goals.
• Assess and evaluate suppliers, conducting performance reviews to ensure compliance and drive improvements.

Skills and Qualifications Required

• A degree in Supply Chain Management or equivalent experience is required.
• 5 years of buying or purchasing experience is required.
• 2 years of experience in the metal manufacturing or fabrication industry is preferred.

Work Environment

This position offers the opportunity to work with a diverse supplier base and engage in dynamic procurement activities. The role requires proficiency in utilizing modern business management systems and ERP software. The organization holds government contracts until 2028, ensuring stability and long-term growth opportunities for the right candidate.

This is a Permanent position based out of Green Bay, WI.

The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $75000.00/yr.

Health, Vision, dental and 401k with competitive PTO.

This is a fully onsite position in Green Bay,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 5, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $70,000 - $75,000