Site Materials Buyer

Transco Rail Services As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best. Build Your Career in Operations Leadership At Transco Rail Services, we don’t just repair railcars, we keep critical industries moving. As part of Marmon Rail (a Berkshire Hathaway company), we operate a growing network of facilities and field service teams across North America, supporting customers in transportation, energy, and manufacturing. We are seeking a Materials Buyer to support site operations by ensuring the timely procurement and availability of materials needed to keep production moving. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented supply chain professional who enjoys working cross-functionally, managing supplier relationships, and driving operational efficiency. What You’ll Do As a Materials Buyer, you will play a critical role in supporting production by planning, purchasing, and tracking materials while maintaining strong supplier relationships and inventory accuracy. On Any Given Day, You Will Create and issue purchase orders to approved suppliers based on system demandMaintain accurate purchase order information, pricing, and delivery dates within ERP/MRP systemsCoordinate material availability with site Materials Management and production teamsMonitor supplier delivery performance and address shortages or delivery concernsWork with the Expediting team to resolve supplier issues and improve on-time deliverySupport inventory optimization by utilizing existing stock and reducing excess inventoryChallenge supplier lead times, cost increases, and delivery commitments when appropriateEscalate supplier quality, cost, and delivery concerns to Category ManagementParticipate in cost savings and continuous improvement initiativesGenerate daily, weekly, and monthly purchasing and inventory-related reportsAssist with procurement audits and annual physical inventory activitiesSupport resolution of supplier discrepancies, return authorizations, and data integrity issues What Makes This Role Different Supply Chain Impact - Directly influence production success by ensuring critical materials arrive on time and at the right cost.Cross-Functional Collaboration - Work closely with operations, inventory management, suppliers, expediting teams, and leadership to drive results.Team Development – Opportunity to lead, coach, and grow a skilled workforceFast-Paced Environment - Every day brings new challenges, from resolving supplier issues to supporting operational priorities and inventory needs. What We’re Looking For We're seeking a motivated procurement professional with strong analytical skills and a commitment to operational excellence. Requirements Associate's degree or equivalent experience2-4 years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or operations environmentExperience creating and managing purchase orders through ERP/MRP systemsStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to monitor inventory requirements and support demand planning activitiesExperience communicating with suppliers and resolving delivery or quality issuesStrong Microsoft Excel and reporting skillsExcellent organizational and time-management abilitiesAbility to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high accuracy and attention to detail Preferred Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or a related fieldExperience in rail, manufacturing, heavy industrial, transportation, or maintenance environmentsUnderstanding of inventory management and material planning conceptsExperience supporting cost reduction and supplier performance initiatives Work Environment Combination of office and operational facility environmentsFrequent interaction with production, warehouse, and materials teamsFast-paced environment with changing priorities and production schedulesExtended computer and system usageOccasional participation in inventory counts and facility audits Site Specific Details: (To be customized per posting/location) Location: Waterloo, IowaShift: First Shift, Monday- Friday 6:00am - 4:00pmCompensation: $55,000 - $65,000 Salaried Exempt Role Compensation & Benefits We know this role requires skill, flexibility, and commitment, and we compensate accordingly. What You Can Expect Competitive base salaryStable, long-term career within a growing organization Full Benefits – Day One Medical, Dental, Vision401(k) with company matchCompany-paid life and disability insurancePaid time off + paid holidaysEmployee Assistance ProgramPaid time off and holidaysCareer growth opportunities across Marmon/Berkshire Hathaway companies Why Transco? At Transco, you’re not just taking a job, you’re joining a company that: Prioritizes safety and people firstInvests in training and developmentOffers real career mobility, not just lateral movesIs backed by the strength and stability of a global organization Not Sure If You Check Every Box? We still encourage you to apply. If you have the right mindset, work ethic, and foundational skills; we can help you build the rest. Apply Today If you’re ready to lead teams, drive results, and build a career in operations leadership, we’d love to connect. Equal Opportunity Employer Transco is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected status. Pay Range 53,100.00 - 64,900.00 We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, and more! Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.