Steel and Commodity Buyer #hiringnow

The Steel and Commodity Buyer is a highly accountable, solutions-driven role responsible for supporting purchasing operations across General Stamping & Metalworks (GSM). This position owns core purchasing responsibilities and plays a critical role in ensuring material availability, cost control, and supplier performance in support of GSM's lean manufacturing and delivery goals.Aligned with EOS principles, this role is responsible for procuring both direct and indirect materials, maintaining strong and proactive supplier relationships, resolving past-due orders, and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of purchasing data within the ERP system. The Steel and Commodity Buyer balances tactical execution with strategic thinking to support operational efficiency and continuous improvement.This position operates cross-functionally, partnering with production, engineering, quality, and leadership teams, while also serving as a key point of contact for suppliers. Success in this role requires disciplined execution, strong communication, attention to detail, and a proactive, problem-solving mindset that reflects GSM's core values.Location 25101 Cleveland Rd,South Bend, IN, 46628,United StatesEmployee Type Regular Full TimeRequired Degree 2 Year DegreeManage Others YesPhone 574-288-0611Organizational Relationships and AuthorityReports directly to the Purchasing ManagerPurchasing Core ResponsibilitiesMaintain accurate and up-to-date data within the GSM Purchasing module, including: Lead times, supplier contact information, and order confirmationsClean and organized purchase order (PO) logsAccurate pricing and cost trackingEconomic order quantities and replenishment levels (reviewed and updated as approved)Follow established GSM purchasing processes to ensure all materials are sourced from approved suppliers at approved pricing, including placing orders in advance of demand when authorized.Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to support quality, delivery, and cost expectations.Proactively communicate with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery; expedite orders as needed to support production requirements.Track and report supplier performance metrics.Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers in partnership with the Purchasing Manager to support sourcing strategies and cost optimization.Support demand balancing across GSM plants and external partners as directed.Develop, implement, and audit vendor-managed inventory (VMI) programs to improve material flow and availability.Manage Tool Room purchasing activities and oversee the Tool Room order entry process.Maintain all required material certifications in an organized and accessible manner.Drive cost savings through competitive bidding, strategic sourcing and dual sourcing initiatives, and optimized order quantities and purchasing methods.Track and document cost savings through established processes.Analyze and present monthly spending by department, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement.Identify opportunities to consolidate spend by leveraging existing supplier capabilities or sourcing new solutions.Additional ResponsibilitiesServe as a backup to the Purchasing Manager as needed.Support continuous improvement initiatives within the purchasing function.Perform other duties as assigned.RequirementsEducation/ExperienceMinimum associate's degree in business administration or a similar discipline; bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred.Experience buying steel in a manufacturing environment.Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel; SharePoint experience a plus.The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Open office and/or cubicle workstation.BenefitsExcellent wages$2/hour shift premium for 2nd shiftCafeteriaFully equipped fitness centerLocker rooms with showersAir-conditioned welding departmentEmployee wellness initiatives (on-site flu vaccination, wellness care, and EAP resources)Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits401(k), holiday pay, and vacation accrual that starts on the date of hireAdvancement opportunities only a growing company can provideJ-18808-Ljbffr