Buyer II

Vadnais Heights, MN | Direct Hire | $30–$35/hr

Konik is partnering with a growing, high-performing manufacturing organization to add a Buyer II to their purchasing team. This is a key role within a lean, collaborative group where this individual will take ownership of day-to-day purchasing, supplier relationships, and material flow to support continued company growth.

This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys being hands-on in procurement, building strong vendor relationships, and making a direct impact on operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Buyer II Responsibilities

• Source, evaluate, and onboard suppliers based on cost, quality, and delivery performance

• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and supply agreements to support operational and financial goals

• Execute MRP-driven purchase orders and manage inventory levels for raw materials and components
  

• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors through regular communication and collaboration

• Partner cross-functionally with engineering, project management, and operations teams on new and existing programs
  

• Maintain ERP data including part numbers, supplier records, and approved vendor lists
  

• Monitor supplier performance and market conditions to proactively address risk and availability challenges

• Support continuous improvement efforts across purchasing processes and supplier strategy

Buyer II Qualifications

• 3+ years of purchasing or procurement experience in a manufacturing environment

• Experience purchasing raw materials or production components

• Strong vendor relationship management and negotiation skills

• Experience with ERP systems such as Epicor (preferred), SAP, or Oracle

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel

• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Experience in plastics, medical device, or regulated manufacturing environments is a plus

Additional Role Details

• Fully on-site role located in the Vadnais Heights area

• Standard schedule: approximately 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday–Friday

• Small, highly collaborative purchasing team with strong visibility

• Opportunity to take ownership of supplier relationships and purchasing processes

• Minimal to no travel required

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay range: $30–$35/hr depending on experience

• Performance-based bonus potential

• Strong benefits package including low-cost healthcare options

• Opportunity for growth within a rapidly expanding organization