Supply Chain Analyst / Buyer

About the CompanyA well-established global manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Analyst/Buyer to join its North American materials team in Golden Valley. This is an excellent opportunity for a purchasing professional who enjoys taking ownership, building supplier relationships, and solving supply challenges that keep manufacturing operations running smoothly.About the RoleYou will manage an assigned portfolio of suppliers and oversee the full purchasing cycle, including placing and confirming purchase orders, monitoring material availability, expediting critical components, resolving discrepancies, and partnering with vendors and internal planning teams.ResponsibilitiesManage an assigned portfolio of approximately 20–50 suppliersCreate, place, and confirm purchase ordersMonitor inventory levels and material requirementsIdentify potential shortages and expedite critical materialsCommunicate directly with suppliers regarding delivery and performance issuesResolve invoice and purchase-order discrepanciesCoordinate returns and RMAs with vendorsPartner with planners to understand production schedules and build requirementsEscalate supplier constraints and develop solutions that protect productionSupport material availability across multiple North American locationsMaintain accurate purchasing and supplier information within the company’s ERP systemQualificationsPrevious experience in purchasing, procurement, supply-chain analysis, or a buyer roleExperience managing purchase orders and working directly with suppliersStrong follow-through and a sense of urgencyConfidence handling difficult conversations and escalating vendor issuesAbility to independently manage multiple suppliers and prioritiesWorking knowledge of Microsoft ExcelStrong communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skillsAbility to work onsite in Golden Valley Tuesday through ThursdayAvailability to begin the workday by 7:30 a.m.Preferred SkillsExperience supporting a manufacturing environmentSAP or comparable ERP-system experienceExperience resolving invoice discrepancies and processing vendor returnsFamiliarity with Power BIExperience working with constrained, high-risk, or underperforming suppliersExperience supporting multiple manufacturing or distribution locationsManufacturing experience, SAP, advanced Excel, and Power BI are helpful but not required. The company is most interested in candidates who understand the fundamentals of purchasing and can independently manage supplier relationships.Pay range and compensation packageCompensation: $80,000–$85,000+, depending on experience, plus bonus and benefits