Buyer

Buyer – Fife, WA

Starting Pay: $27.38/hr

Join the team at Milgard Windows and Doors (MITER Brands™) and drive the future of supply chain excellence! As a Buyer, you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring our high-quality products reach customers on time, every time. Leverage your expertise in planning, buying, and supply chain management with one of the nation’s largest suppliers of vinyl windows and patio doors.

Why MITER Brands?

• Be a Leader: Work with a company known for innovation, growth, and opportunity
• National Impact: Be part of a team with plants across the country, serving thousands of dealers
• Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within a family of top-tier brands

Responsibilities:

• Strategic Purchasing: Plan and procure materials and services for assigned commodities, balancing supply with inventory turns.
• Data-Driven Decisions: Analyze material usage data to optimize inventory investment and maximize customer service.
• S&OP Participation: Adapt to changing inventory requirements through the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process.
• Order Management: Generate and review purchase orders based on BOM, stock, and inventory counts.
• Supplier Collaboration: Work directly with suppliers to place, expedite, and defer orders as needed.
• Problem Solving: Research backorders, resolve discrepancies, and expedite products to keep production moving.
• Cost Optimization: Obtain quotes, negotiate best pricing, and consider total acquisition costs for the company.
• Communication: Liaise with production, receiving, and vendors to ensure seamless material flow.
• Reporting & Analysis: Maintain supply chain data, track KPIs, and support audits and BOM reviews.

Qualifications: 

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience: Minimum two years in planning or buying within a high-volume manufacturing facility (preferred).
• Expertise: Knowledge of CPIM, Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, and Lean Manufacturing concepts.
• Tech Skills: ORACLE experience is a plus; proficiency in Microsoft Office required.
• Teamwork: Ability to multi-task, motivate others, and work with diverse teams.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Negotiation & Problem-Solving: Proven ability to negotiate and resolve challenges effectively.

Our benefits package includes coverage of your health, wealth, and wellness for you and your eligible spouse/dependents. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including a 401k with company match and generous paid time off to help you balance your life. Below is a list of benefits you will enjoy while working with our company.

• Three comprehensive Medical plan options
• Prescription
• Dental
• Vision
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Supplemental Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance
• Company-paid Short-Term Disability
• Company-paid Long-Term Disability
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid Holidays
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Teladoc
• Legal Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Team Member Discount Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Yearly Wellness Clinic

MITER Brands, also known as MI Windows and Doors, Milgard and PGT Industries are an equal-opportunity employer. The company does not discriminate based on religion, race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, handicap, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other applicable legally protected category.