The Lakeland Companies · 11 hours ago
Buyer
Minneapolis, MN, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$70K/yr - $75K/yr
3+ years expThe Lakeland Companies is seeking a Buyer responsible for managing end-to-end procurement activities. This role involves reviewing material requirements, planning purchases, and securing high-quality materials while ensuring timely procurement and supplier management.
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Responsibilities
Review and process purchase requisitions and MRP-generated demands, ensuring timely procurement of high-quality materials, parts, components, and services at the most cost-effective pricing
Manage claims for defective materials, shortages, incorrect shipments, and other nonconformances
Maintain regular communication with suppliers to resolve shortages, late deliveries, missed shipments, and other issues; expedite materials as needed to support production and on-time delivery goals
Assist in identifying and onboarding new suppliers to support cost, quality, and delivery objectives
Create and maintain purchasing master data, including part setup, pricing, cost, lead times, supplier assignments, and planning parameters to ensure accurate reporting and efficient materials planning
Respond promptly and professionally to inquiries from internal teams, customers, and suppliers regarding order status, changes, cancellations, and delivery timelines
Ensure consistent, high-quality execution of all purchasing tasks, including documentation, follow-up, and communication
Accurately enter and maintain purchasing records and transactional data within the company’s ERP/business system
Qualification
Required
3+ years of purchasing/buying experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or industrial environment
Strong understanding of procurement processes, purchase orders, supplier management, and material planning
Experience working with MRP/ERP systems (Epicor, SAP, Oracle, or similar)
Ability to analyze data, interpret material requirements, and manage changing priorities
Strong negotiation skills with the ability to secure competitive pricing and favorable terms
Excellent communication skills for interacting with suppliers and internal teams
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, etc.)
Ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and follow-up activities with accuracy and attention to detail
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve supplier or material issues quickly
Preferred
Prior experience in an industrial, electrical, or manufacturing purchasing environment
Experience onboarding or qualifying new suppliers
Familiarity with ISO or quality management systems
Knowledge of reading basic engineering drawings, part specifications, or bills of materials
Experience participating in continuous improvement or cost-reduction initiatives
Company
The Lakeland Companies
The Lakeland Companies is an industrial automation company providing electrical component and systems solutions.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase