Weckworth Manufacturing Inc.

Senior Buyer - Job Shop Manufacturing

Haysville, KS
Full Time
Experienced
About Weckworth Manufacturing
Weckworth Mfg. is a custom manufacturing job shop specializing in high-mix, low-volume production of fabric-based products. We serve a wide range of industries with precision craftsmanship, fast turnaround, and a strong commitment to customer satisfaction. Our team thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where flexibility, attention to detail, and problem-solving are key.

Position Overview
We’re seeking an experienced and organized Senior Buyer to manage purchasing and materials coordination in our busy job shop. This role is crucial to ensuring our production team has the right materials, especially fabrics and related supplies—on hand to meet customer deadlines. You’ll use JobBOSS to manage purchasing activity, stay ahead of material needs, and coordinate closely with production and planning. This role requires strong vendor communication and fast decision-making.

Key Responsibilities
  • Purchase a variety of fabrics, threads, hardware, packaging, and shop supplies based on job specs and production schedules.
  • Use JobBOSS ERP to manage purchase orders, track deliveries, and align with job timelines.
  • Maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure availability, quality, and timely deliveries.
  • Collaborate daily with production, planning, and engineering teams to understand material requirements and job priorities.
  • Monitor inventory levels and lead times to support just-in-time purchasing and minimize waste or shortages.
  • Expedite urgent orders and problem-solve material delays to avoid disruptions to production.
  • Maintain organized records of orders and delivery confirmations for audit and tracking purposes.
  • Contribute to process improvements in purchasing workflows and vendor management.


Qualifications
  • 5+ years of experience in a purchasing or supply chain role, ideally within a custom manufacturing or job shop setting.
  • Experience sourcing fabrics and textile-related materials is strongly preferred.
  • Proficiency with JobBOSS ERP (or similar manufacturing ERP systems) required.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.
  • Excellent communication and follow-up skills.
  • Comfortable working independently, but highly collaborative with shop floor teams.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Familiarity with BOMs, work orders, and high-mix/low-volume production environments.
  • Experience working with upholstery, soft goods, or textile-based manufacturing.
  • Ability to work with and mentor team members.

Compensation:  $60-70K/annually

Weckworth Manufacturing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions.
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