Buyer

Why Waupaca Foundry?

Waupaca Foundry, Inc. is North America’s leading supplier of iron castings and has a history of innovation with a legacy of product quality. Waupaca Foundry employs approximately 4,400 people company-wide. Waupaca Foundry is committed to relentless improvement, forward-thinking sustainability initiatives, and providing a reliable experience to the millions who use our castings every day. Our goal is to employ individuals who take pride in their work within a culture of continual innovation. Waupaca Foundry is proud to be an employer of choice for those driven and skilled individuals seeking rewarding careers by producing top quality castings.

You will be right at home at Waupaca Foundry.

Cast Your Own Future. More information is available on our website www.waupacafoundry.com

Buyer

ROLE:

Responsible for sourcing and purchasing materials, services, and equipment essential for foundry operations. The buyer will manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, control cost, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality materials. Additionally, the buyer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to align procurement strategies with production needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create, process, and manage purchase orders.
• Assess quotations from vendors based on requirements, pricing, performance, and payment terms.
• Review and approve new materials for the stockroom.
• Review obsolete or slow moving inventory.
• Collaborate with suppliers regularly on product improvement on alternative supplies.
• Communicate with Engineers, Management, and Suppliers.
• Maintain and track past due purchase orders within SAP to ensure on-time delivery.
• Manage stockroom operations and central supply personnel engaged in receiving, issuing, and delivering supplies and equipment.
• Work directly with accounts payable and reconciliation of company credit card.
• Plans, organizes, directs, and controls activities related to the procurement function.
• Organizes, supervises, and directs the work of storeroom.
• Prepares instructions regarding purchasing systems and procedures.
• Designs, implements, manages, and monitors procurement reporting systems to meet company requirements.

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelors degree in business, supply chain or engineering.
• Two to Four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Computer skills, which include all Microsoft programs and knowledge of SAP accounting software.
• Possess and demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills.
• Flexible work schedule for shift and department mobility.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently to plan and organize daily tasks.

BENEFITS:

Waupaca Foundry offers competitive wages and exceptional benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, vision.
• Short and long term disability.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k).
• Employer funded retirement plan.
• Paid vacations/holidays
• Wellness program.
• Fitness membership.
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Employer supported career development, including tuition reimbursement.

Waupaca Foundry is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.