Buyer

Nucor is North America's largest recycler and most diversified steel and steel products company. Since 1969, we've led the industry in developing innovative technologies for recycling scrap into high-quality steels that are all around us, from bridges and buildings to cars and appliances.

Nucor Steel, Auburn, NY is seeking a forward-thinking and process-minded Buyer to coordinate, oversee, and execute effective procurement strategies that support mill operations, maintenance reliability, and capital project success. This role is responsible for purchasing and maintaining  inventory of  stock and non-stock maintenance, repair, and operations items; refining procurement processes and procedures; developing and managing vendor relationships; and serving as a subject matter expert in support of purchasing transactions, reporting, and analysis. 

The Buyer will manage order placement, coordinate on-time deliveries, perform cycle counts, process end-of-month reconciliation, support raw material and outside processing initiatives, and back up other purchasing teammates as needed.  

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Procurement & Inventory Management 

• Execute purchasing strategies for stock and non-stock items to maintain required plant inventory levels. 

• Place purchase orders and coordinate delivery to ensure on-time availability for maintenance and production. 

• Perform cycle counts and maintain inventory accuracy across all assigned categories. 

• Process end-of-month input and reconciliation to ensure financial accuracy. 

• Support raw material procurement, outside processing, and capital project purchasing as needed. 

Vendor & Supplier Relations 

• Develop and manage vendor relationships to drive financial success and supply chain resilience. 

• Negotiate pricing, terms, and service agreements to maximize value for the division. 

• Evaluate supplier performance and proactively identify opportunities for improvement. 

Process & Systems 

• Serve as a subject matter expert purchasing transactions, reporting, and analysis. 

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance procurement efficiency. 

• Document purchasing procedures and maintain compliance with divisional and corporate standards. 

• Back up other purchasing teammates and provide cross-functional support as needed. 

• Supervisor and/or manager recommendation required. 

• 2 years of purchasing experience OR 2 years of supply chain experience; OR an Associate's degree or higher in a relevant field. 

• Applied knowledge and practice using Microsoft Office, Excel, and Word. 

• Knowledge of general purchasing and accounting practices. 

• Experience with inventory management 

• Strong commitment to safety, with active involvement in safety initiatives. 

• Experience with process documentation and process improvement. 

• Experience with customer or supplier development. 

• Leadership & Courage – Willingness and confidence to address critical alignment issues head-on, including teamwork, relationship building, initiating and supporting change, and production process challenges. 

• Accountability & Dependability – Demonstrates personal responsibility and the ability to hold others accountable for desired results. Reliable, responsible, and committed to team success. 

• Communication Skills – Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to convey information clearly and give full attention to what others are saying. 

• Teamwork – Works collaboratively toward shared goals; makes necessary teammate and process adjustments to ensure effective outcomes. 

• Initiative – Independently and proactively seeks out work that needs to be done; willing to take on responsibilities and challenges with minimal oversight. 

• Problem Solving & Judgment – Identifies problems and analyzes related information to develop and evaluate options, choosing the most appropriate solution. 

• Organizational Skills – Excellent ability to manage and prioritize multiple time-sensitive projects simultaneously. 

• Attention to Detail & Time Management – Thorough in capturing and applying information; consistently meets expectations and manages time effectively. 

• Negotiation Skills – Strong ability to negotiate favorable terms with suppliers and vendors. 

• Continuous Improvement Focus – Ongoing commitment to identifying and driving operational and process improvements. 

• Knowledge of production equipment, part identification, and technical terminology. 

• Experience in procurement, outside processing, production planning, and scheduling. 

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. 

Medical and dental are just the beginning. We value our teammates and offer this role a benefits package that also include profit sharing, retirement savings with match, scholarships and tuition reimbursement, parental leave, and unlimited growth potential. For more information on our benefits go to Nucor.com/benefits.