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CPM Holdings, Inc. —Waterloo, IA
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Communication skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Geater Machining & Manufacturing, Co. —Independence, IA
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Buyer II

CPM Holdings, Inc. -
Waterloo, IA

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Job Details

Full-time
12 days ago

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

Inventory management systems
Mechanical blueprint interpretation
Blueprint specification interpretation
MRP
Data analytics

Full Job Description

CPM Holdings, Inc. is a diversified leading global supplier of process equipment and engineered technologies that sustainably feed, fuel, and build a better world. With its growing family of 17 market-leading product brands, CPM serves a variety of industries including animal feed, consumer food, green energy, advanced materials and sustainable packaging. Founded in 1883, CPM has 1,700 employees across 36 facilities on 4 continents with presence in 150+ countries. From the food you eat to the fuels you require; CPM plays an important role in making the world more efficient and more sustainable.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Buyer II independently manages purchasing activities for assigned materials, suppliers, or categories. This role requires a solid understanding of procurement processes and the ability to make informed buying decisions that support production, inventory optimization, and cost control.

The Buyer II serves as a key contributor within the purchasing team and acts as a bridge between transactional buying and more strategic sourcing responsibilities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Procurement & Buying

Manage purchase orders and schedules for assigned commodities or suppliers.
Analyze demand, inventory levels, and supplier capacity to ensure continuity of supply.
Support RFQs and pricing reviews under guidance from senior buyers.
Purchase fabricated parts and assemblies in alignment with engineering specifications, production needs, and cost targets.
Support sourcing of new or revised fabricated components during engineering changes or new product introductions.

Supplier Management

Maintain regular communication with suppliers to manage delivery, quality, and pricing.
Resolve routine supplier issues independently and escalate complex issues when necessary.
Monitor supplier performance and identify improvement opportunities.
Identify supply risks, including sole source exposure and supports dual sourcing efforts

Technical & Print Interpretation

Independently read and interpret engineering prints, including tolerances, materials, finishes, and revision control.
Collaborate with engineering and quality to clarify requirements and resolve print-related issues with suppliers.
Ensure suppliers are quoting and manufacturing to the correct revision level.

Inventory & Production Collaboration

Partner with planning, production, and engineering teams to align material flow with manufacturing needs.
Support new product introductions, engineering changes, and material substitutions.
Identify and help reduce excess, obsolete, or slow-moving inventory.

Cost & Process Improvement

Support cost reduction and cost avoidance initiatives.
Identify process inefficiencies and recommend improvements within purchasing workflows.
Ensure compliance with procurement policies and internal controls.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

2–5+ years of purchasing or supply chain experience, preferably in manufacturing.
Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and procurement best practices.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to manage priorities and make independent decisions.
Demonstrated ability to read and interpret manufacturing and fabrication prints.
Experience purchasing fabricated parts such as machined components, weldments, laser-cut, or formed parts.

Preferred

Experience managing suppliers or commodity groups.
Exposure to negotiations or contract pricing.
APICS or related certification (or willingness to pursue).

CORE COMPETENCIES:

Independent decision-making
Supplier communication and follow-through
Data analysis and problem-solving
Cross-functional collaboration
Continuous improvement mindset

SUCCESS MEASURES:

Material availability and on-time delivery
Inventory health and turnover
Supplier performance and responsiveness
Contribution to cost and process improvements

CPM Acquisition Corp. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. CPM Acquisition Corp. offers competitive compensation and benefits, including paid holidays and vacations, 401k, medical/dental insurance, tuition assistance, and more.

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