Buyer / Planner
Kurt Manufacturing, Minneapolis, MN, United States
Job Summary
Kurt Manufacturing is adding a Buyer / Planner to our team! This position is responsible for purchasing the raw materials, components, and services needed to meet production requirements and surpass customer expectations. The Buyer/Planner evaluates and analyzes supplier quotes, negotiates prices, maintains relationships with vendors, and ensures orders are delivered on time.
As a Kurt Buyer/Planner, you are organized, proactive, detail‑oriented and able to keep things running smoothly. You know how to plan ahead, negotiate with suppliers, and solve problems quickly.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas.
Hours
7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.; Monday – Friday
Compensation
The anticipated starting pay range for this position is $59,500 to $79,500. The offered rate will be based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, knowledge, experience, skills, abilities, and education.
Essential Functions
Source, negotiate, and select vendors that meet the company’s quality, price, and delivery requirements.
Develop and maintain effective relationships with vendors and suppliers.
Monitor supplier performance in terms of quality, cost, and delivery.
Review and analyze purchase requisitions and generate purchase orders.
Monitor inventory levels to ensure minimum stock levels are maintained.
Ensure timely delivery of items and follow up with vendors on late orders.
Resolve invoice discrepancies with vendors.
Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and other important data.
Prepare reports on purchase activity and supplier performance.
Open and maintain internal and external manufacturing production orders.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of experience in purchasing, buying, and/or planning preferred
Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem‑solving skills
Strong knowledge of purchasing principles and procedures
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Able to work in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment
Strong organizational and time‑management skills
Able to work independently and collaboratively with a team
Preferred Requirements And Qualifications
Professional certification (ASQ or APICS)
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision plans effective on hire date
Health Care Savings Account (HSA)
Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
Company‑Paid Long‑Term Disability (LTD)
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Bereavement Leave
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Physical Demand Factors
Strength Level Rating: Light work. Work involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
Occasional tasks (up to 1/3 of the time): perceive attributes of objects by touch, adjust vision to bring objects into focus.
Frequent tasks (from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time): reach by extending hands and arms; handle objects by seizing, holding, grasping, turning; pick, pinch, or otherwise work primarily with fingers; talk by expressing or exchanging communication; hear by perceiving the nature of sounds; have near acuity with clarity of vision at 20 inches or less.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Kurt Manufacturing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces all individuals and what makes them unique. At Kurt we are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability, a disabled veteran, or an individual that has other barriers that limit your ability to access our online application system, please contact Human Resources at employment@kurt.com to discuss alternative ways to apply for open positions.
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Kurt Manufacturing is adding a Buyer / Planner to our team! This position is responsible for purchasing the raw materials, components, and services needed to meet production requirements and surpass customer expectations. The Buyer/Planner evaluates and analyzes supplier quotes, negotiates prices, maintains relationships with vendors, and ensures orders are delivered on time.
As a Kurt Buyer/Planner, you are organized, proactive, detail‑oriented and able to keep things running smoothly. You know how to plan ahead, negotiate with suppliers, and solve problems quickly.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas.
Hours
7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.; Monday – Friday
Compensation
The anticipated starting pay range for this position is $59,500 to $79,500. The offered rate will be based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, knowledge, experience, skills, abilities, and education.
Essential Functions
Source, negotiate, and select vendors that meet the company’s quality, price, and delivery requirements.
Develop and maintain effective relationships with vendors and suppliers.
Monitor supplier performance in terms of quality, cost, and delivery.
Review and analyze purchase requisitions and generate purchase orders.
Monitor inventory levels to ensure minimum stock levels are maintained.
Ensure timely delivery of items and follow up with vendors on late orders.
Resolve invoice discrepancies with vendors.
Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and other important data.
Prepare reports on purchase activity and supplier performance.
Open and maintain internal and external manufacturing production orders.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of experience in purchasing, buying, and/or planning preferred
Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem‑solving skills
Strong knowledge of purchasing principles and procedures
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Able to work in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment
Strong organizational and time‑management skills
Able to work independently and collaboratively with a team
Preferred Requirements And Qualifications
Professional certification (ASQ or APICS)
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision plans effective on hire date
Health Care Savings Account (HSA)
Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
Company‑Paid Long‑Term Disability (LTD)
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Bereavement Leave
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Physical Demand Factors
Strength Level Rating: Light work. Work involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
Occasional tasks (up to 1/3 of the time): perceive attributes of objects by touch, adjust vision to bring objects into focus.
Frequent tasks (from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time): reach by extending hands and arms; handle objects by seizing, holding, grasping, turning; pick, pinch, or otherwise work primarily with fingers; talk by expressing or exchanging communication; hear by perceiving the nature of sounds; have near acuity with clarity of vision at 20 inches or less.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Kurt Manufacturing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces all individuals and what makes them unique. At Kurt we are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability, a disabled veteran, or an individual that has other barriers that limit your ability to access our online application system, please contact Human Resources at employment@kurt.com to discuss alternative ways to apply for open positions.
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