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Purchasing Specialist

Posted Date: August 18, 2026

Status: Full Time

The Purchasing Specialist will be responsible for:

  •   Developing relationships with, selecting, and evaluating vendors.
  • Purchasing raw materials, parts, outside services, and MRO items.
  • Ensuring raw materials and purchased parts match order and pricing specifications and resolving any related issues.
  • Monitoring delivery dates and expedites deliveries as needed.
  • Processing vendor returns and credits.
  • Creating, maintaining, and distributing reports and lists for purchasing related information and data.
  • Working with HR to plan and coordinate employee meals and engagement events.

Requirements

  • Minimum four-year degree in business or equivalent work experience.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, including verbal and written communication.
  • Strong problem solving and negotiation skills.
  • Understanding of PPAP process.
  • Strong computer skills - Microsoft Office, AS400, and MRP preferred.
  • Experience with ISO 9001 or other quality management certification preferred.

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Profit sharing
  • Referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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Winzeler Manufacturing Company:
129 W. Wabash Avenue - Montpelier, Ohio 43543
Phone: 419.485.3147 - Fax: 419.485.5039