Top 9 Senior buyer Jobs in Madison Wi

Senior Buyer
619 Recruiting —Evansville, WI
- $80,000 - $95,000 a year
- 5 years
- Office
- Contracts
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
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UW Health —Madison, WI
- $58,689 - $88,033 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Oracle
- Mid-level
- Business Administration
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
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Senior Buyer - Culinary
Epic —Madison, WI
- Customer service
- Office
- US work authorization
Senior Buyer
Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals —Madison, WI
- $65,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- ERP systems
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Pro-Active Engineering, LLC —Sun Prairie, WI
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Senior Manager, IT Category Management (Procurement) - (Hybrid)
American Family Insurance —Madison, WI
- $113,000 - $194,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Continuous improvement
- Travel
- Paid holidays
- Loan repayment program
Senior Manager, Procurement
Accuray Incorporated —Madison, WI
- Full-time
- 8 years
- Bachelor's degree
- US work authorization
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Senior Procurement and Risk Manager
Daybreak Foods, Inc. —Lake Mills, WI
- Data analysis skills
- Office
- Finance
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M - 7/17 - 162407 - Sr Project Manager w/ Procurement Planning Exp - Remote in WI
FHR —Madison, WI
- Remote
- Contracts
- Agile
- Senior level
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Senior Buyer

619 Recruiting
Evansville, WI

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Job Details

$80,000 - $95,000 a year

Benefits

Profit sharing
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching

Qualifications

Inventory management systems
MRP
Manufacturing facility experience
Manufacturing company experience

Full Job Description

Senior Buyer

Location: Greater Milwaukee Area, WI

Our client, a well-established manufacturing company specializing in casting and machining, is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to lead procurement and supplier management activities for their operations. This is a high-impact role focused on strategic sourcing, cost reduction, supplier development, and ensuring uninterrupted production supply.

Position Summary

The Senior Buyer will develop and execute sourcing strategies, negotiate with suppliers, optimize inventory, and collaborate closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Planning, and Finance. The ideal candidate is a hands-on procurement professional with strong manufacturing experience and ERP/MRP expertise.

Essential Responsibilities

Procurement & Strategic Sourcing

Procure production materials, castings, machined parts, fabricated assemblies, and indirect materials to support manufacturing operations.
Develop sourcing strategies focused on quality, cost, delivery, and risk mitigation.
Lead supplier negotiations for pricing, contracts, lead times, and terms.
Manage RFQs, supplier selection, and cost reduction / value engineering initiatives.

Supplier Management

Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to drive improvements in quality, delivery, and responsiveness.
Monitor supplier performance using KPIs (on-time delivery, quality, cost, lead times).
Coordinate supplier corrective actions and continuous improvement activities.
Conduct supplier visits and business reviews as needed.

Planning & Inventory Support

Partner with Planning and Operations to align material availability with production schedules and customer demand.
Analyze inventory levels, safety stock, lead times, and forecasts to optimize working capital.
Support SIOP/S&OP processes and help resolve supply disruptions.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with Engineering on new product introductions, supplier qualifications, and design changes.
Partner with Quality and Finance on performance reviews, budgeting, and cost initiatives.
Participate in broader continuous improvement projects across the organization.

ERP & Data Management

Maintain accurate purchasing data, supplier records, pricing, and lead times in the ERP system.
Utilize MRP signals to generate and manage purchase orders.
Generate reports and support ERP process improvements.

Qualifications & Skills

Bachelor s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, Engineering, or related field preferred.
5+ years of purchasing/procurement experience in a manufacturing environment required.
Experience sourcing castings, machined components, fabricated parts, or similar industrial commodities strongly preferred.
Strong ERP/MRP experience required Epicor experience is a big plus.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and the full Office Suite.
Excellent negotiation, analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
Proven ability to collaborate effectively across multiple departments.

Preferred Experience

Background in foundry, pump, heavy equipment, or industrial manufacturing.
Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement exposure.
APICS/ASCM, CPM, or CPSM certification a plus.
Experience managing both domestic and international suppliers.

What Our Client Offers

Our client provides a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, and real opportunities for career growth in a stable, growing U.S.-based manufacturing organization, including:

401(k) with company match
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Life and disability insurance
Profit sharing

If you are a proactive procurement professional with strong manufacturing sourcing experience and a track record of driving results, we encourage you to apply.

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