• Mankato, MN
  • $62,000–$83,000 Per Year
  • Quick Apply
3 days ago

Job Description

Description:


Buyer

Reports To: Supply Chain Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt (Salary)

Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (Flexible) (Schedule varies based on business needs).

Revision Date: March 1, 2026

Position Summary

The Buyer performs professional procurement and supply-chain functions requiring discretion, independent judgment, and decision-making on matters of significance. This role sources and selects suppliers, negotiates pricing and delivery terms, evaluates supplier performance, manages inventory levels, and collaborates cross-functionally to support operational requirements. The Buyer ensures cost-effective purchasing strategies that support production, quality, and overall business goals.

Essential Functions

  • Source raw materials, manufactured components, services, and consumables to support production and business operations.
  • Exercise discretion in supplier selection based on competitiveness, quality, alignment with company values, and long-term supply-chain considerations.
  • Maintain appropriate safety stock levels to support production continuity and mitigate supply chain risk.
  • Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers in collaboration with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain.
  • Monitor supplier performance related to quality, delivery, and responsiveness; address performance issues as needed.
  • Conduct supplier site visits and audits to assess capabilities and compliance with company requirements.
  • Collaborate with Engineering and Quality teams to ensure supplier compliance with drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
  • Coordinate with vendors and logistics providers to optimize freight, shipping methods, and delivery schedules.
  • Lead negotiations on pricing, delivery terms, and vendor agreements to achieve cost and performance goals. 
  • Create, manage, and follow up on purchase orders to ensure timely delivery in support of production schedules.
  • Analyze inventory levels and procurement processes to identify opportunities for efficiency, cost reduction, and risk mitigation.
  • Maintain accurate purchasing records, documentation, and reports within ERP systems.
  • Maintain regular and punctual attendance and communicate planned or unplanned absences in accordance with company policy.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area to ensure safety protocols and standards are met.
  • Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

Safety Responsibilities

  • Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
  • Comprehend, retain, and comply with established safety programs.

Qualifications

Required

  • 3+ years of professional Buyer role within a manufacturing environment. 
  • Strong knowledge of procurement processes, supplier management, and price negotiation.
  • Proficiency in ERP systems.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and complex data.
  • Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse work environment with employees at all levels.
  • Demonstrated initiative, problem-solving ability, and attention to detail.
  • Positive attitude, strong work ethic, dependability, flexibility, and timeliness.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to move throughout office, warehouse, and production environments unassisted.
  • Reliable attendance, punctuality, and timely communication of planned and unplanned absences in accordance with company policy.

Preferred

  • Prior experience working with manufacturing equipment.
  • Basic computer hardware and software knowledge.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

  • Ability to work in both office and production environments.
  • Frequent use of hands and fingers for keyboarding, data entry, and standard office equipment.
  • Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while performing computer-based work.
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and move throughout facilities as required.
  • Ability to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, including listening and speaking.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Safety Equipment

When entering designated production areas, employees are required to wear steel-toed safety shoes and approved eye protection with side shields. Hearing protection is required only in posted areas of the production environment, in accordance with safety signage and company policy.


Benefit Disclaimer 

Condux provides a competitive benefits package featuring medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) employer matching, short-term and long-term disability benefits, and an annual bonus opportunity.


Employment Statement

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or assign other duties as business needs require. This document does not constitute a contract of employment.

Acknowledgment

Employee Name (Print): ______________________________

Employee Signature: ________________________________ Date: _____________

Requirements:





Compensation details: 62000-83000 Yearly Salary



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Numbers & Facts

LocationMankato, MN
Salary$62,000–$83,000 Per Year

Skills

  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • Business Operationsunmatched
  • Cargo/Freightunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Computer Hardwareunmatched
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  • Corporate Complianceunmatched
  • Corporate Policiesunmatched
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  • Cross-Functionalunmatched
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  • Detail Orientedunmatched
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  • ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
  • English Languageunmatched
  • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
  • Inventory Levelsunmatched
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  • Lift/Move 20 Poundsunmatched
  • Logisticsunmatched
  • Maintain Complianceunmatched
  • Manufacturingunmatched
  • Manufacturing Equipmentunmatched
  • Multitaskingunmatched
  • Negotiation Skillsunmatched
  • Office Equipmentunmatched
  • Operational Supportunmatched
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  • Performance Analysisunmatched
  • Physical Demandsunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Pricingunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
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  • Regulatory Complianceunmatched
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  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Supply Chainunmatched
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  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Vendor/Supplier Evaluationunmatched
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  • Vendor/Supplier Selectionunmatched
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