Buyer

Why Work at Rehlko

Our work is guided by our purpose: creating an energy-resilient world for a better future. This purpose embodies the legacy we bring, with more than 100 years as the global leader in energy resilience, delivering solutions critical to sustain and improve life.

Our teams have the opportunity to provide a critical resource – energy – that ensures safety, security, and independence for people around the world. Our team members are focused on pushing boundaries, continuing to innovate in an ever-changing landscape, and keeping up with the pace required to create solutions for today’s world demands.

Our product range includes engines, generators, power conversion, UPS systems, EV components and electrification solutions, microgrid controls and management, and clean energy solutions that serve a broad spectrum of OEM, residential, industrial, and commercial customers. At Rehlko, you have the freedom to identify, create, and deliver solutions – large and small – that help people and communities thrive in the moments that matter.

At Rehlko, our team members are the essential energy that powers our organization’s success. We are committed to fostering a safe and sustainable work environment where safety is everyone’s responsibility. We empower every team member to actively participate in our Zero Is Possible safety culture by encouraging open communication, proactively reporting hazards, following protocols, and suggesting improvements. Join us in creating an energy resilient world for a better future!

What We Offer

At Rehlko, our Total Rewards programs are designed to accelerate growth, energize performance, and support a culture of inclusion at every stage of life and work. We offer total rewards that are easily understood, recognize results, enable career mobility, and reflect our commitment to valuing diverse needs in a fast-moving world. We provide:

• Competitive compensation and benefits

• Work-life flexibility

• Recognition and rewards

• Development and career opportunities

• A safe and inclusive workplace

Why You Will Love this Job

Under the general supervision of the Sr. Purchasing Manager, the Buyer will initiate contact with circuit breaker, contactor, switchboard and electrical distribution partners to obtain products equal to Rehlko specifications at a competitive cost.  Authority is in accordance with the Rehlko Global Procurement Policy Manual. Conduct sourcing events evaluating price, availability, lead time, and quality that will achieve a competitive advantage for Rehlko and its customers adhering to sourcing council policies.

The Buyer is responsible for leading global sourcing initiatives, developing supplier relationships, and executing procurement strategies that support business objectives. This role partners cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Materials, and Accounting to identify cost-saving opportunities, negotiate contracts, ensure supplier performance, and maintain material quality and on-time delivery. The position also manages sourcing projects from initial planning and request for quotation (RFQ) through negotiation, implementation, and ongoing supplier performance management. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical, negotiation, and project management skills, along with purchasing experience and the ability to drive continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment.

Work mode: Hybrid-2-3 days a week

Work Location: N7650 County Rd LS, Sheboygan, WI, 53084

Responsibilities:

• Award business to successful suppliers based on their financial soundness, technical proficiency, ethical integrity and ability to meet Rehlko’s needs for quality products and services at the least total cost.
• Create and maintain supplier source and price records in SAP, and resolve invoice discrepancies, if they arise.
• Provide supplier performance feedback. Provide assistance to the material planners, when needed, by following up on orders to ensure proper handling and on-time delivery.
• Lead global sourcing initiatives from concept to completion. Activities include but are not limited to; project ideation, RFQ creation & execution, negotiating, analyzing data, conducting supplier reviews, conducting internal cross functional reviews to gain alignment & support, presenting sourcing council approach / recommendation, contract creation / execution, and overall project management.
• Coordinate cross functionally with internal teams and suppliers to source new and resource existing products under the guidelines of the global procurement policy manual.
• Serve as an escalation for supply constraints and owns the overall supplier relationship.
• Monitor and maintain costing files with Accounting, as well as hold vendors to market accountabilities in costing programs.  
• Actively initiate cost reduction programs and work with suppliers, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality and Materials functions for successful implementation.
• Request and review quotations for new and existing components. Consult with Engineering and Supplier Quality regarding specification deviations. Recommend alternative materials or methods based on knowledge of market availability.
• Provide management with recommendations for future sourcing strategies and supplier base consolidation.
• Work with Supplier Quality to evaluate material rejections and effectively resolve disputes between departments and suppliers.
• Use sound decision making principles in conducting business which affects price variance, inventory levels, and quality levels.
• Write, analyze, and issue various weekly, monthly, and annual reports and status updates.
• Monitor and ensure on time delivery targets are met. Lead resolution for reoccurring delivery issues and support escalations. Follow-up and resolve late delivery issues; ensure proper handling and delivery of rush orders.
• Establish and maintain supplier stocking programs. Maintain standard cost files.  Review all Engineering Notifications and drawings covering areas of responsibility.
• Perform other duties as assigned i.e. meetings, team assignments, etc.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related program, or a related bachelor’s degree with successful completion of the CPM certification.
• At least 2 - 5 years of purchasing experience required.
• Manufacturing and electronics background a plus.

The Salary range for this position is $63,100.00-$79,500.00.The specific Salary rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location.

About Us

Rehlko proudly offers a rich history steeped in creativity and commitment to our associates and communities, along with competitive benefits and compensation. Our Purpose—Creating an energy resilient world for a better future—and Values: Curiosity, Trust, Pace, and Excellence, are important cultural components that shape the way we work and relate to one another. Learn more about Rehlko at http://www.rehlko.com/who-we-are.

In addition to the investment in your development, Rehlko offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with Rehlko matching, and more!?

Rehlko is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and will make decisions regarding employment opportunities, including, but not limited to, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, discipline, and termination, without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, genetic information, age, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, caste, mental or physical disability, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political belief or affiliation, union membership status, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, state, local, or other applicable laws.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

 It is the policy of Rehlko to comply with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and corresponding national, state, local, or other applicable laws. Rehlko will not discriminate against any qualified associate or applicant with respect to any terms, privileges, or conditions of employment because of a person's physical or mental disability. Rehlko will provide a reasonable accommodation to associates or applicants with disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require an accommodation in the application process or during the course of employment, please contact [email protected]. Rehlko is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Our Values

Curiosity – Seek, learn, share

Trust – Go farther together

Pace – Focus to go faster

Excellence – Find the win every day