Production Buyer role focused on procuring materials and managing suppliers to keep manufacturing running smoothly at Wieland, a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing and distribution. You'll handle supplier performance, shortages, PO/invoice issues, and support product launches and engineering/BOM changes. Standout perk: benefits start on Day 1, plus 401(k) match and wellness incentives.
- Benefits starting on Day 1
- 401(k) contribution plus match
- Paid vacation and holidays
Wieland - Creating Value for Generations!
Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction materials, refrigeration, electronics and many other industries. To us, metal is more than material.
Wieland's Cultural Values
Wieland's culture is what makes for a fun and rewarding place to work! As a company, we benefit daily from our employees' knowledge and abilities. With our cultural vision, we place our core values at the heart of everything we do: safety, ambition, optimism, reliability, ownership, diversity, & respect.
Wieland is hiring a Production Buyer. The Production Buyer is responsible for material procurement, and supplier management to support efficient manufacturing operations. This ensures raw materials, components, packaging, and indirect supplies are available to meet production schedules while controlling costs, maintaining quality standards, and minimizing disruptions. This role is located in Delaware, OH and will be fully on-site.
Responsibilities
Production Buyer
Responsibilities
- Evaluate supplier scorecards including on-time delivery, quality, responsiveness and pricing
- Develop alternative suppliers to reduce risk and support continuity
- Work closely with plant leadership to ensure uninterrupted material flow to production
- Resolve shortages, late deliveries, quality holds, and supply chain disruptions quickly.
- Support new product launches through material readiness and supplier onboarding
- Coordinate engineering changes, BOM updates, and material phase-ins/phase-outs.
- Track KPIs such as OTIF, inventory turns, supplier performance, purchase price variance, schedule attainment and forecast accuracy.
- Inquire, select, and purchase materials required for the proper operation of the business
- Build relationships with suppliers and negotiate for the best price and delivery terms
- Ensure the system is updated with current product details and due dates
- Work with domestic, foreign, and custom suppliers on incoming material
- Work with suppliers and carriers to improve the delivery process
- Confirm material orders meet on-time-delivery requirements
- Create entries for and track the progress of purchase orders
- Review, investigate, and address invoicing discrepancies
- Coordinate with interconnected departments
- Other Purchasing tasks as assigned
Production Buyer Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Operations, Business, Engineering, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in manufacturing purchasing, materials management, or supply chain.
- Strong understanding of MRP, BOM structures, lead times.
- Experience negotiating with domestic and international suppliers.
- Advanced Excel and data analysis skills.
- APICS CPIM / CSCP or CPSM certification a plus
Qualifications
Joining Wieland's team gives you...
- Benefits - Starting on Day 1! Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life & more!
- Retirement Savings - 401(k) contribution + match.
- Work/Life Balance - Paid Vacation & Holidays.
- Growth Opportunities - We have over 9,000+ employees worldwide and 40+ locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!
- Wellness Programs - Wieland encourages participation in our unique and personalized approach to wellness, where you are eligible to earn healthcare premium discounts as well as HSA employer contributions based on your status within the program.
- Sustainability- Wieland continues to break ground with eco-friendly solutions and push the barrier in sustainability for future generations
Wieland is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. Come join Wieland today and help us continue to build a global corporation we are all proud to belong to.