Entry-Level Buyer

Company Overview Control Concepts is a privately held, Minnesota-based manufacturer of Silicon Controlled Rectifier (SCR) power controllers. Join a motivated team in a casual, family-oriented workplace where contributions are recognized. Job Summary The Entry-Level Buyer supports purchasing and inventory management activities to ensure materials and components are available to meet manufacturing and production requirements. This position coordinates supplier orders, monitors inventory levels, help in maintaining accurate purchasing records, and supports cost-effective procurement of machined and fabricated parts, electromechanical components, transformers, hardware and other manufacturing supplies. Essential Functions, Duties and Responsibilities · Purchasing & Procurement: Create, review, and issue purchase orders for manufacturing materials, components, equipment, and supplies to support production requirements. · Supplier Coordination: Maintain supplier relationships, obtain competitive pricing, confirm lead times, negotiate routine purchasing terms, and coordinate material deliveries. · Inventory Management: Manage inventory requirements, minimum and maximum stock levels, reorder points, and supplier lead times to maintain adequate inventory while minimizing excess stock. · MRP System & Record Maintenance: Maintain accurate purchasing records, including open and past-due purchase orders, supplier information, pricing, lead times, reorder points, and average monthly usage (AMU). · Order Tracking & Expediting: Monitor outstanding purchase orders, verify supplier order confirmations and delivery dates, and coordinate expedited or rescheduled deliveries to meet production requirements. · Purchasing Issue Resolution: Coordinate with suppliers, receiving, quality, and accounting to resolve material shortages, delivery discrepancies, nonconforming materials, and invoice issues. · New Product Sourcing: Assist with identifying suppliers, obtaining and evaluating quotations (RFQs), comparing pricing and lead times, and coordinating initial material purchases. Cross-Functional Collaboration & Improvement: Work with manufacturing, engineering, sales, and accounting to support material availability, identify cost-saving opportunities, and improve purchasing processes. Requirements for Consideration · 1–2 years of purchasing, procurement, inventory control, or manufacturing experience preferred; equivalent skills and experience considered. · Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. · Effective written and verbal communication skills with suppliers and internal departments. · Basic negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to develop positive supplier relationships. · Strong mathematical skills, including the ability to evaluate pricing, quantities, lead times, and inventory requirements. · Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and ability to learn and navigate MRP/ERP systems. · Ability to interpret purchasing documentation, follow established procedures, and maintain accurate records. · Familiarity with machined and fabricated parts, electromechanical components, or transformers preferred. Ability to work independently on routine purchasing activities while seeking guidance on more complex procurement decisions. Pay: $26.00 - $31.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Work Location: In person

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