Assistant Buyer

About the role

We are looking for an Assistant Buyer to support purchasing operations and help maintain a dependable flow of materials for the business in Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can coordinate supplier activity, manage purchasing records, and work closely with internal teams to keep procurement processes moving efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Monitor open purchase commitments and follow up with suppliers to confirm shipment timing and resolve overdue deliveries.
• Support the onboarding of new vendors by preparing required documentation and coordinating setup activities.
• Assist buyers with purchase order preparation and help ensure material needs are addressed in time to meet operational demand.
• Maintain accurate procurement data in company systems, including supplier records, pricing details, order updates, acknowledgements, and inventory-related information.
• Create item records and coordinate product specifications with engineering to align sourcing activity with technical requirements.
• Contribute to supplier discussions regarding pricing, service expectations, contractual considerations, and overall cost effectiveness when needed.
• Use supply chain reports to track purchasing activity, identify issues, and support informed decision-making.
• Manage rejected material documentation, communicate findings to suppliers and internal stakeholders, and coordinate disposition of nonconforming product.
• Serve as a point of coordination between production, engineering, customer service, and purchasing to support on-time product availability.
• Provide additional supply chain support and oversight tasks as assigned by leadership.

Requirements

• Associate degree in supply chain, business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of training and practical experience.
• At least 1 year of purchasing or procurement-related experience, with 1–3 years preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and experience working with purchasing, asset, or ERP systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with suppliers.
• Solid numerical skills and comfort performing routine business calculations accurately.
• Ability to stay organized, manage multiple priorities, and follow through on time-sensitive purchasing activities.
• Experience reviewing reports and maintaining accurate records in support of supply chain operations.

Benefits

Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.