Blast Cleaning Technologies is hiring: Senior Buyer - Manufacturing in Milwaukee

About Company:

Blast Cleaning Technologies, Inc. (BCT) is proud to be the leader in shot blast innovation! We are dedicated to our customers, resulting in continuous company growth year over year.

Why Work at BCT?

Highly Competitive Pay and Benefit Plans: We recognize skill and dedication with superior compensation and benefits.

Engaged Leadership: You will love and know our CEO. Work with an ethical, hardworking, interactive leader who listens to employees at all levels.

Historic Location: Work in our over $2 million investment in upgrades and refurbishment at our historic West Allis location.

Comprehensive Benefits and 401K: We offer a full range of benefits.

PTO and Paid Holidays: Take advantage of our Flexible PTO plan and a competitive 10 paid U.S. holidays. We understand life happens, and we’re here to support you.

Casual Work Environment: Enjoy a casual dress code and friendly workplace.

Tuition Reimbursement: Invest in your future with our tuition reimbursement program.

Onsite HR and IT Department: We provide dedicated onsite HR and IT support to ensure our employees' needs are met.

Our core values are rooted in the visionary spirit of our CEO, Carl Panzenhagen, who began his career as a teenager working in a foundry. As an adult his extensive industry experience and dedication led him to create a company free from bureaucracy and grounded in ethical business practices. Guided by Carl’s leadership, a small team of five evolved into a self-sustaining manufacturing powerhouse. Today, BCT proudly stands 280 employees strong and celebrates the completion of our cutting-edge foundry, a testament to our relentless pursuit of excellence and innovation.

General Description

Under the direction of the Supply Chain Manager, the Senior Buyer will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing complex manufacturing materials and components. This role requires a deep understanding of the manufacturing process and the ability to manage supplier relationships to ensure the timely and cost-effective procurement of high-quality materials.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time.

• Strategic Sourcing: Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with company goals.
• Supplier Management: Evaluate and select suppliers based on price, quality, and delivery speed. Maintain strong relationships with key vendors.
• Contract Negotiation: Negotiate contracts and terms with suppliers to secure advantageous terms.
• Cost Analysis: Perform cost analyses and set benchmarks for quality and cost.
• Inventory Management: Work with the materials group to oversee and maintain inventory of complex metal products and materials. Manage inventory levels to ensure the availability of necessary materials and components, optimizing stock turnover and reducing holding costs.
• Market Research: Conduct market research to stay updated on industry trends and new suppliers. Research, analyze, and forecast current and future buying trends, markets, and products specific to the manufacturing industry.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, including production and engineering teams, to forecast needs, understand material requirements and specifications, and assess market trends.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and ethical requirements.
• Risk Management: Assess financial risks associated with purchases and develop strategies to mitigate these risks.
• Leadership: May act in place of the supply chain manager as required and authorized.
• Additional Duties: Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Education

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, supply chain management, or a related field is preferred.
• Certification such as Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP) or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) is highly desirable.
• Proven experience of 5+ years in a procurement or purchasing role, with at least 2+ years in a senior position handling complex procurement tasks, i.e. supplier development.
• High competency and knowledge of ERP (Epicor preferred)
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent negotiation and communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks.
• Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.