Associate Buyer

Super Steel, located in Mequon, WI, is an ISO-9001:2015 certified, industry-leading, Tier one, full-service serial production supply partner to global blue-chip Original Equipment Manufacturers. As a trusted strategic partner, we specialize in the production of complex weldments and turn-key finished products that meet precise quality standards. Our unparalleled fullservice metal fabrication and supply solutions reduce our Fortune 500 customers’ overall spend by exceeding their reliability, strength, and performance expectations. We offer a diverse range of supply options, including rapid response cut, form, and machining support, as well as full-service in-house contract metal fabrication, machining, coating, and assembly solutions. These services are well-suited for products that require a high level of manufacturing repeatability and accuracy.

Position Summary

Super Steel is hiring an Associate Buyer to keep our Mequon production floor supplied with the right materials, at the right time, at the right price. This is a hands-on, tactical role focused on daily purchase order execution, supplier follow-up, and on-time delivery. It is a strong fit for someone with 1–2 years of purchasing, materials, or inventory experience, who enjoys supply chain functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Place, track, and expedite purchase orders for raw materials, hardware, consumables, and MRO supplies based on MRP signals and production schedules
• Follow up daily on open orders; expedite late or critical items and communicate delivery changes to production, scheduling, and receiving.
• Resolve receiving discrepancies, pricing errors, and invoice mismatches with suppliers, receiving, and accounts payable.
• Monitor inventory levels and reorder points; flag shortages and excess stock to the Purchasing Manager.
• Request quotes from approved suppliers for routine buys and summarize them for review.
• Coordinate returns, rejected material, and corrective actions with suppliers and Quality.
• Maintain accurate supplier, item, and pricing records in the ERP system.
• Arrange freight for inbound and outbound shipments as needed.
• Support cycle counts, physical inventory, and other purchasing tasks as assigned.

Qualifications Required

• High school diploma or GED.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (sorting, filtering, basic formulas) and Outlook.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment

Qualifications Preferred

• 1–2 years of experience in purchasing, materials, inventory control or a related manufacturing role.
• Experience working with an ERP or MRP system.

Skills and Work Environment

Key skills

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy with numbers and data entry.
• Organized follow-through on many open orders at once.
• Clear, professional communication by phone and email with suppliers and coworkers.
• Sense of urgency and comfort working in a fast-paced production environment.

Work environment

• Office setting with regular time on the manufacturing floor and in receiving.
• Required safety equipment (safety glasses, hearing protection, safety shoes) on the shop floor.
• Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.

Benefits

• Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement: As part of your benefits package at Super Steel LLC, you will be eligible for an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA). The monthly pre-tax reimbursement amount is determined by your age, while your spouse will receive $272, and each child will receive $135. This arrangement allows you to choose a health insurance plan that best fits your needs and provides support for qualifying medical expenses not covered by your selected insurance. This flexibility empowers you to make informed decisions about your health care with the financial backing of the company. Eligible the first of the month after 30 days of employment.
• Vision and Dental Insurance by Delta Dental. Eligible the first of the month after 30 days of employment.
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability, Short Term Disability, ADD&D, and Life Insurance. Eligible the first of the month after 30 days of employment
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): You will have the option to participate in a flexible spending account for health expenses. Eligible the first of the month after 30 days of employment.
• Paid Holidays: You will receive 9 paid holidays each year, effective the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: You will be eligible to participate in our 401(k) plan starting on the 1st of the month after 90 days of employment.
• PTO