Buyer

Morbark LLC located in Winn, Michigan is looking for a Buyer - Purchasing Morbark LLC offers competitive compensation and a variety of benefits including:

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401k Plan with company match
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Vacation and Sick time
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition reimbursement

The Purchasing Buyer plays a key role in executing commodity strategies and managing supplier relationships to support production and business objectives. This role is responsible for sourcing, quotation management, supplier selection, contract negotiation, and post-award administration. The Buyer partners closely with Engineering and cross-functional teams to identify and qualify suppliers for both new and existing programs, ensuring cost, quality, and delivery targets are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Issue and manage purchase orders and blanket agreements.

• Develop, negotiate, and administer Long-Term Agreements (LTAs), including pricing, delivery schedules, and terms and conditions.

• Lead supplier negotiations to achieve cost savings through volume commitments, minimum order quantities, and strategic sourcing initiatives.

• Establish standard shipping methods and ensure accurate system setup for purchased items.

• Evaluate and execute make-versus-buy decisions.

• Create, issue, and manage RFQs, including analysis of supplier quotes.

• Monitor supplier performance (on-time delivery, quality) and drive continuous improvement; identify and onboard alternate suppliers as needed.

• Collaborate with Engineering to support new product introductions and qualification of new or alternate components.

• Define first article inspection and quality assurance requirements where applicable.

• Partner with Supplier Quality to resolve performance or compliance issues.

• Address total cost concerns (TCC) and identify cost-reduction opportunities.

• Serve as the first point of escalation for material planners; escalate to Purchasing Manager as needed.

• Build and maintain strong, strategic supplier relationships.

• Track and improve supplier KPIs, including on-time delivery (OTD) and quality metrics.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office; experience with ERP systems (JD Edwards OneWorld preferred).

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and proactively plan work.

• Effective communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

• Strong organizational and time management abilities.

• Adaptability and openness to change in a dynamic environment.

Leadership Competencies

• Leading Change: Drives continuous improvement and supports organizational transformation initiatives.

• Leading People: Promotes teamwork, accountability, and high ethical standards.

• Communication: Clearly conveys ideas, builds relationships, and influences internal and external stakeholders.

• Business Acumen: Understands financial drivers and aligns decisions with business objectives.

• Results Driven: Delivers outcomes through effective planning, execution, and performance measurement.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.

• Minimum of 3 years of procurement experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Experience sourcing steel, engines, hydraulics, or electronic components preferred.

• APICS certification preferred

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