Buyer

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Buyer to support purchasing, logistics, and vendor communication. This is a highly visible, on-site role where you’ll play a critical part in ensuring materials and orders are tracked, updated, and delivered on time. This opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working cross-functionally, and wants to build a long-term career in supply chain, procurement, or operations.

Why This Role

• Gain hands-on experience across purchasing, logistics, and vendor management
• Opportunity to work closely with buyers, sales teams, and suppliers
• Clear path for growth into procurement, planning, or supply chain roles
• Fast-paced, team-oriented environment where your work directly impacts operations

Responsibilities

• Manage and expedite purchase orders through email and phone communication
• Partner with suppliers to track order status, confirm timelines, and resolve delays
• Monitor and update open purchase order (PO) reports, ensuring accurate ship dates and acknowledgements
• Communicate updates and changes to internal teams including buyers and sales
• Review and manage backlogged orders, identifying risks and escalating as needed
• Support purchase order processing and acknowledgment workflows
• Assist with pricing updates and system data maintenance
• Provide general purchasing and requisition support to the team

Requirements

• 1+ years of experience in logistics, supply chain, procurement, or administrative support
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to problem-solve and work independently in a fast-paced environment
• High attention to detail and accountability

Skills

• Microsoft Excel (basic to intermediate skills)
• Experience with procurement systems or ERP tools is a plus
• Data entry and reporting experience

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire, fully on-site position based in Appleton, WI.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $23.00/hr.

Benefits

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)