Buyer

Wunderlich-Malec (WM) Engineering is a 100% employee-owned ESOP and one of the largest and most well-established engineering companies in the United States. As a Buyer at WM, you will become part of a company that is:100% employee-owned company with 40+ years of industry history Entrepreneurially MindedA Top 5 Systems Integrator GiantWe have a Purchasing Buyer position in our Eden Prairie, MN location. This position is responsible for purchasing goods and services for Wunderlich-Malec offices located in the U.S. The individual will manage the entire procure-to-pay cycle for an assigned scope. A focal point is fostering excellent communication with internal and external stakeholders. The position will focus not only on spend activities within the current framework but also on driving process improvements together with the rest of the department.Major ResponsibilitiesObtain quotes from a wide range of industrial automation suppliersCreate and maintain purchase orders, expediting suppliers as necessaryManage system data to ensure a smooth workflowMonitor open orders for timely receivingResolve invoicing issuesAssist Purchasing Manager in consolidating spend with strategic suppliersCommunicate open order status and challenges with internal team membersMaintain healthy supplier relationshipsProcess RMAs promptlyParticipate in supplier training to better understand products, terminologies, etc.Participate in department initiatives to drive process improvementMinimum RequirementsEducation Four-year degree in business; operations management focus preferred.ExperienceThree to five years of purchasing experience in an ERP environmentIndustrial Automation experience a plusASCM or ISM involvement desirable; certification a major plusStrong attention to detailExcellent communication skillsExperience in driving change within a supply chain organizationAbility to find and deliver cost savingsStrong supplier collaboration skillsUnderstanding of accounting practicesStrong grasp of Microsoft products including Excel, Power BI, Copilot, PowerpointPhysical Demands of Position Ability to perform all job responsibilities and computer access as needed.Working Environment Standard office environmentJob Descriptions are not exhaustive lists of all skills, responsibilities, or efforts associated with a job. They reflect principal job elements essential for performing the job and evaluating performance.Wunderlich-Malec is proud to offer a comprehensive employee-owner benefit package. Full-time employees may be eligible for the following benefits: Medical Dental Vision Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D Long Term Disability Voluntary Short Term Disability Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Health Savings Account Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays Tuition Reimbursement Referral Bonus Program 401(k)/Profit Sharing 100% ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) Employee Assistance Program Will Preparation Resources Worldwide Travel AssistanceSalary range is 65,000 - 75,000 annually depending on experience and qualifications plus a discretionary bonus and employee stock program.