Job Description

We appreciate your interest in joining our team! At Robinson, Inc. we pride ourselves on our manufacturing solutions and ownership culture, which support the industries we serve and our local communities. Robinson is employee-owned and is driven by a dedicated team of skilled professionals that value trust, loyalty, teamwork, integrity, and accountability as the foundations of our organization.

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As the Buyer at Robinson, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that overall outsourcing strategies align with business objectives. This will be done through sourcing, evaluating, and purchasing products, supplies, and services in accordance with the needs of Robinson and its customers. The Buyer must exhibit a commitment to building relationships with vendors through ongoing communication, product knowledge, and support.

The Buyer will be responsible for partnering with organizational leadership, customers, vendors, and others to build mutually beneficial relationships centered on creating the best outsourcing for Robinson and its customers.

ROLE + RESPONSIBILITIES (includes but not limited to)

• Work with Engineering to ensure drawings and files contain necessary information for suppliers to make parts and products per our design.
• Analyze sales data and research target markets to identify gaps and predict trends.
• Proactively identify and work with suppliers to negotiate prices, delivery times and turnaround times; work with accounting to establish accounts with outside vendors.
• Utilize knowledge and experience to explain product features and specifications to clients and vendors.
• Assure the accuracy of purchase orders and that all include descriptions, quantities, prices, discounts, payment terms and shipment dates.
• Monitor and track purchase orders to ensure that the most updated delivery information is available; ensure items that are needed for production are in stock and/or arriving on time.
• Collect information from vendors that is needed for quality documentation.
• Consistently demonstrate a quality mindset ensuring that products and services we receive meet or exceed Robinson or customer quality standards.
• Monitor commodities and share results with necessary team members.
• Coordinate with the Supply Chain and Inventory teams to reduce costs and risk.
• Attending trade shows and product exhibitions to learn about new products and trends within the market.
• Compile regular reporting on product and vendor performance.
• Report weekly regarding open purchase orders.
• Assist Supply Chain with maintaining inventory levels and materials.
• Travel as needed between Wisconsin and Iowa facilities
• All other duties assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, or related field.
• Five (5) or more years of manufacturing buying experience, preferably in a custom metal fabrication or construction assembly environment.
• Blueprint Reading skills for both Weld (symbols included) and Construction Assembly
• Mid-to-advanced level computer skills including experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and ERP systems.
• Effective communication skills for interaction with others to include multiple site groups, customers, vendors, and potential customers.
• All potential candidates must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States, employer sponsorship is not available.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

This position may require minimal local travel.

At Robinson, we value professionalism, expertise, and a dedication to craftsmanship. We offer a dynamic work environment where employees are empowered to excel and grow within their roles. Join us in our mission to deliver exceptional metal fabrication solutions while fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and employee satisfaction.

Robinson is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.