Buyer at Badger Meter in Racine, Wisconsin

Job Description:

Why Badger Meter?




Badger Meter is a leading global water technology company, with a mission to preserve and protect the world's most precious resource. For more than 100 years, cities and businesses have utilized our innovative and trusted solutions to enhance operational efficiency and conserve water while making it more affordable, clean and resilient. Just like every drop counts, at Badger Meter every employee counts because our contributions have a lasting impact on the world!


Here at Badger Meter, we believe that our approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion is the very foundation of our success. Our commitment is reflected in our core values, where we strive to create an environment that celebrates differences, encourages innovation, and ensures that every voice is celebrated and appreciated.


We understand that a diverse team brings a variety of perspectives and ideas, which ultimately fosters creativity and excellence. Badger Meter provides opportunities for career growth and development for every employee by creating a supportive and inclusive workplace where they can make meaningful contributions while preserving the world's most precious resource.




What You Will Contribute:




Are you ready to make a significant impact in a fast-paced, innovative environment? As a Buyer at Badger Meter, you'll be at the forefront of our procurement operations, ensuring we have the best materials, components, and services to drive our success. Your role will be pivotal in maintaining our high standards of quality and efficiency while contributing to our mission of delivering exceptional products to our customers.



Why Badger Meter?



At Badger Meter, we value creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement. You'll be part of a team that encourages growth and innovation, providing you with opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career. Join us and be a key player in our journey towards excellence!



Key Responsibilities:

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  Strategic Procurement: Lead the charge in analyzing and scheduling material purchases using our advanced Material Requirements Planning (MRP) system. Your keen eye for detail will ensure material availability aligns perfectly with our manufacturing and inventory plans.


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  Supplier Relations: Cultivate strong, collaborative relationships with current and potential suppliers. You'll negotiate contracts, resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement programs to achieve cost reductions without compromising quality.


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  Performance Excellence: Monitor and evaluate supplier performance, analyze quotations, and recommend the best value options. Your proactive approach will implement corrective actions to meet our stringent quality and performance standards.


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  Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with project teams to plan and execute sourcing strategies and inventory programs. Your insights will be crucial in driving successful outcomes across the organization.


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  Quality Assurance: Promote and ensure compliance with our ISO quality requirements. You'll be the guardian of our standards, ensuring every purchase meets our high expectations.


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  Economic Insight: Prepare detailed reports for management, highlighting economic changes and risks that could impact our performance. Your expertise will guide strategic decisions and keep us ahead of market trends.


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  Policy Innovation: Research, formulate, and recommend changes to our purchasing policies. Your innovative ideas will help shape the future of our procurement processes.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration or a related field preferred
  
  


• 3+ years of experience in Purchasing or a related field desired
  
  

Qualifications:

• Basic knowledge of blueprint reading and Business Law required
  
  


• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook required
  
  


• Intermediate proficiency in MRP required
  
  

Competencies:

• Collaboration: Work collaboratively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives.
  
  


• Communication: Convey information and ideas clearly and concisely to individuals or groups in an engaging manner that helps them understand and retain the message; listen actively to others.
  
  


• Initiating Action: Take prompt action to accomplish work goals; take action to achieve results beyond what is required; be proactive.
  
  


• Work Standards: Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.
  
  

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment.
  
  

Competitive Total Rewards at Badger Meter:

• Competitive Pay
  
  


• Annual Bonus
  
  


• Eligible for Annual Pay Increases
  
  


• Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage
  
  


• 15 days Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays
  
  


• Two Ways to Save for Retirement: Badger Meter contributes 25 cents for every dollar you contribute to the plan, up to 7% of your eligible compensation. In addition to the match, the company will also contribute 5% of your eligible compensation to your Defined Contribution account on an annual basis. Additional access to a certified financial planner to help ensure your money is working for you, at no cost!
  
  


• Employer Paid benefits including: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Basic Group Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and more
  
  


• Educational Assistance - Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250
  
  


• Voluntary benefits including: Additional Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Accident and Critical Illness coverage
  
  


• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
  
  

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Applicants can learn more about their rights regarding equal opportunity in employment by viewing the federal "EEO is the Law" poster and the "EEO is the Law" poster supplement at http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm


Badger Meter complies with all aspects of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local disability laws. This means that we will reasonably accommodate qualified employees with a disability if accommodation would allow them to perform the essential functions of their job, unless doing so would create an undue hardship.



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