Diamond Vogel has a full-time opening for a Purchasing Buyer in Orange City, Iowa. If you identify as a results-oriented multi-tasker who possesses the ability to effectively handle competing and changing priorities with keen attention to detail, accuracy, and deadlines, this may be the job for you! This position offers the opportunity for career growth as Category Manager and Purchasing Manager. Diamond Vogel values a spirit of continuous improvement, and using data as a “go-to” for developing understanding can aid in this greatly—this may be the career for you if you’re passionate about using data models to inspire and initiate change.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or Finance
• 3 to 5 years of experience in purchasing or relevant supply chain role
• Experience using MRP to support supply chain activities; experience using ERP software in a discrete manufacturing environment
• Advanced knowledge of data management software (MS Access, MS Excel); intermediate knowledge of standard business software (MS Word, MS PowerPoint)
  We offer competitive wages and a complete benefit package, including health care, dental, and vision; 401k; life & disability insurance; HSA (health savings account); PTO (paid time off); and more.

• Managing assigned inventory parts and supplier portfolio ensuring transparency of spending; managing inventory levels within assigned portfolio
• Issuing purchase orders and resolving quality issues with authorized suppliers
• Analyzing and calculating costs of procurement; suggesting methods to optimize spending and minimize risks
• Prioritizing daily workflow to maximize efficiency of production operations—managing personal, team, and corporate KPIs to meet company profitability targets
• Interacting with external key suppliers and stakeholders as well as cross-functional internal teams