Buyer

Buyer

The Buyer is a key position within the Waterworks Supply Chain and our Planning and Procurement function. This role is responsible for managing suppliers, ensuring the correct materials and quantities are received on time to meet customer demand and to maintain proper inventory levels. Manage the procurement cycle from purchase order to payment.

The right candidate will have strong attention to detail, is fluent with Microsoft office and proficiency with Excel, experienced in supply chain and can handle multiple priorities with a customer service mindset. Ability to successfully interact and navigate relationships with functional partners including sales, services, accounting, distribution.

Responsibilities

• Manage suppliers to ensure timely delivery of correct materials and quantities to meet customer demand and maintain inventory levels.
• Oversee the full procurement cycle from purchase order creation to invoice payment.
• Place and manage purchase orders using MRP, understanding how forecasts drive ordering decisions.
• Analyze MRP reports to determine material and supply needs; recommend order quantities and delivery schedules.
• Maintain a cost-effective, high-quality, and reliable supplier base.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships; support sourcing initiatives as assigned.
• Review and adjust open purchase orders to align with changing customer requirements (expedite, delay, or cancel as needed).
• Ensure purchasing activities comply with company policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, documentation, and data in the system.
• Process requisitions for non-inventory materials and services.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance and Regulatory teams to meet Quality System requirements.
• Monitor and support purchasing activities for new product development.
• Expedite past-due orders and work with suppliers to improve performance and resolve issues.
• Process return-to-vendor materials and coordinate corrective actions with suppliers.
• Update purchasing databases to reflect accurate delivery dates and supplier commitments.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to achieve departmental and company goals.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Waterworks is committed to promoting pay equity. Rate of pay is determined based on each individual's experience, qualifications, and the geographic location of the role. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate's experience and expertise and may vary from the amounts listed above.

Waterworks is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, military / veteran status, or any other status protected by federal or state law or local ordinance.