Buyer na Quanex

Quanex is looking for a Buyer join our team located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

As a Buyer, you will be responsible for supporting multiple plant operations through sourcing and procuring materials and services and preparing and issuing purchase orders. You will work directly with all departments to source the appropriate suppliers and products to serve the needs of the plant.

We Offer You!

• Competitive Salary
• Bonus Potential
• 401K with 5% company match, yours to keep after 2 years
• 15% immediate return if you participate in the company’s ESPP
• Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
• Employer paid disability plans and life insurance
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Various Work Schedules
• Tuition support for degree and continuous education
• Employee Resource Groups focused on employee empowerment

What’s attractive about the Buyer position?

• Ongoing interaction with multiple levels of the organization
• Collaborative and Team-Oriented environment
• Work within a fast-paced, caring, team-oriented environment
• Opportunity for advancement

What You’ll do

• Responsible for purchasing all goods and services with established vendors by generating requisitions for all departments.
• Manages the tracking of purchases daily to ensure the product arrives as confirmed.
• Updates purchase orders in the system with any changes to maintain the integrity of our ERP.
• Reviews and provides recommendations on approval of vendors regarding the best costs, terms, and services.
• Tracks market conditions, price trends, and future markets for Aluminum and steel.
• Meets with vendors to maintain relationships and ensure the best possible service to the company.
• Conducts searches and analyzes data for products and or materials.
• Research issues and resolves delivery and invoice problems.
• Follows all SOX policies and procedures and provides guidance to managers related to Purchasing policies and procedures.
• Responsible for maintaining record retention pertaining to SOX.
• Coordinate with internal customers on the sourcing and purchase of non-ERP requirements to ensure the best value for Quanex while meeting customer needs.
• Continuously prioritize activities and exercise independent judgment and discretion with minimal supervision.

Your Credentials:

• 2-4 years of experience in purchasing or related experience required.
• Associate’s degree in business or a similar field is preferred.
• A broad and in-depth understanding of the fenestration industry is beneficial.
• Must have excellent communication skills and be able to interact professionally with all levels within the organization and with external customers.
• Must be able to exercise independent judgment.

The salary range for this position is $51,000 to $62,500 with bonus potential.

About Quanex, A Part of Something Bigger

Quanex (NYSE: NX) is a global, publicly traded manufacturing company primarily serving OEMs in the fenestration, cabinetry, solar, refrigeration and outdoor products markets. We are A Part of Something Bigger by improving the performance and aesthetics of end products through continuous innovation, helping customers achieve greater production efficiencies, dedication to giving back to communities where we operate, producing shareholder value and helping our employees learn, grow, and thrive. Learn more at Quanex.com.