Buyer (Hybrid)

Job Details: Job Location: Corporate Headquarters - Owatonna, MN, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $60000.00 - $90000.00Salary, Travel Percentage: Up to 25%, Job Shift: Office Hours, Job Category: Purchasing - Procurement, This is a hybrid position based out of our Owatonna, MN facility, with three days onsite and two days remote each week. Candidates should live within a reasonable commutable distance of our Owatonna facility. Wenger Corporation is a privately held, leading manufacturer of high-quality music education, performing arts and athletic products. As a Wenger employee, you enjoy the stability and security of a privately-owned market leader with a 70+ year history of innovation and growth. With more than 500 employees and an almost unheard-of average tenure of 12 years, Wenger employees send a clear message: We are happy here. Wenger Corporation is seeking a Buyer who is responsible for coordinating the procurement of products and services to ensure adequate supply at the best cost, service, and quality to manufacturing. At a minimum you'll need: Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain, business, or similar fields; or 2+ years purchasing experience Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), or be willing to pursue and obtain CSCP Certification Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite MRP experience, EPICOR preferred What you will do on a typical day: Develop favorable working relationships with suppliers and review their capabilities to ensure on-time delivery of purchased component parts and services to meet Wenger Corporation's requirements Purchase and coordinate parts and services as assigned to ensure the highest quality at the best cost with the lowest inventory Expedite orders with Suppliers as needed to support Wenger and production Work with Senior Buyer to monitor pricing fluctuation by comparing against industry standards as stated in published prices Source new product or seek new suppliers on existing parts as required Provide information on parts and services to other departments Lead supplier productivity, lead-time, and quality improvements to meet the operating needs of the company. Benefit offerings include: Paid Time Off 9 Paid Holidays Generous Profit Sharing Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Spending Accounts HSA, FSA, DCFSA Company Paid Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match Company Paid Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance Onsite Fitness Center Employee Assistance ProgramPut your passion to work in an exciting, rewarding industry that inspires innovation today!Wenger Corporation is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action EmployerAll qualified Candidates are Encouraged to ApplyQualifications: