Material Buyer

Wieland - Creating Value for Generations!

Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction materials, refrigeration, electronics and many other industries. To us, metal is more than material.

Wieland's Cultural Values

Wieland's culture is what makes for a fun and rewarding place to work! As a company, we benefit daily from our employees' knowledge and abilities. With our cultural vision, we place our core values at the heart of everything we do: safety, ambition, optimism, reliability, ownership, diversity, & respect.

Wieland is hiring a Material Buyer. The Material Buyer will be responsible for Assisting the Materials Manager with purchasing and material management functions. Ensure we meet customers' demands through teamwork with the sales.

This role is located in Warwick, RI and will be fully on-site.

Material Buyer Responsibilities:

Fast and accurate typing and document tracking and retrieval
• Prepare orders and order lists, reviewing details, and maintaining accuracy
• Follow up on shipments, and provide accurate information to the Sales Team
• Provide specific customer updates, on-hand inventory, open order status, and order follow-ups.
• Enter order information and bring discrepancies to the attention of management
• Thorough understanding of how to sort and manipulate data
• Maintain excellent document control, both hard copy and electronic
• Ensure confidential information is housed in a controlled location -
• Promptly respond to phone calls, emails, and correspondence
• Document and update orders, records, and files as necessary
• Seek out information if orders appear to be incomplete

Material Buyer Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Manufacturing/Operations, Supply Chain Management or an equivalent level of degree
• Minimum 2-3 years' of Buying/Supply Chain experience, preferably in the metals industry.
• Self- motivated, high energy and data-driven with the ability to create enthusiasm and buy-in for improvement initiatives.
• Ability to work independently with little managerial oversight.
• Able to prioritize duties and work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal communication skills and organization skills.
• Ability to communicate and work with people at all levels of the business, from customers to suppliers, frontline workers to the executive team.
• Hardworking, action orientated, and results driven
• Willingness to accept additional responsibilities
• Works well in a team environment
• Critical Computer skills required MS Office suite of products, Oracle ERP and MRP

Joining Wieland's team gives you...

• Benefits - Starting on Day 1! Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life & more!
• Retirement Savings - 401(k) contribution + match.
• Work/Life Balance - Paid Vacation & Holidays.
• Growth Opportunities - We have over 9,000+ employees worldwide and 40+ locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!
• Wellness Programs - Wieland encourages participation in our unique and personalized approach to wellness, where you are eligible to earn healthcare premium discounts as well as HSA employer contributions based on your status within the program.
• Sustainability- Wieland continues to break ground with eco-friendly solutions and push the barrier in sustainability for future generations.

Wieland is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. Come join Wieland today and help us continue to build a global corporation we are all proud to belong to.