Wanco Inc. is seeking a Buyer in our Arvada, CO production facility.

Summary:**

Wanco Inc. is seeking an experienced Buyer with high energy, intelligence and drive, to support the supplied material value stream.

The buyer is responsible for monitoring ERP messages and maintaining material flow that supports production. Key areas of accountability include buying, scheduling, vendor management, negotiation and material planning experience in an industrial manufacturing environment and experience with internationally and domestically sourced MRO items, industrial components, materials and assemblies.

What you need to have:

Two or more years' experience working as a buyer, in a manufacturing environment, who understands and adheres to a professional standard.

Detailed and demonstrated knowledge and experience with MRP systems and item attributes.

Strong communication, negotiation, and persuasion skills.

Analytical and mathematical capabilities to compare prices and quantities and consider vendor contract terms.

Willingness to make quick and thoughtful decisions on behalf of the business.

Effective relationship building skills.

Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with all levels of the organization.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously. Strong organizational skills are a must.

What we would like you to have:**

ISO 9001:2015 experience.

Lean Manufacturing experience.

Experience with pull inventory methods (Min/Max or Reorder Point)

Knowledge of MRO, industrial raw material, raw steel, and electromechanical assemblies.

Project management experience.

Duties and Responsibilities:**

Monitor stock levels and verify purchase requisitions.

Manage deliveries to MRP or Min levels.

Maintain professional relationships with suppliers.

Work with management to identify supply needs.

Recommend solutions to existing processes to reduce waste and increase quality and performance.

Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

Mobility to work in and office and factory setting including use of standard office equipment, including a computer.

Comfortable working directly in a manufacturing facility and adhering to PPE requirements.

Some travel may be required.

Reporting:

This position reports to the Purchasing Manager.

Salary Range:

$43.75 per hour

based on qualifications.

Benefits: Insurance (Medical, Dental, Life, 401k). Paid time off and holidays.

Eligible to participate in Wanco's standard benefits package.

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