Junior Buyer

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries.  Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.

What we offer you

• Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility
• Parental Leave

Location: Yankton, SD

Pay Range: $ $58,119 to $78,560

Job Summary:

Responsible for purchasing repair parts and supplies for maintenance and production departments for two facilities (Yankton SD and Portland OR). Duties include updating and maintaining blanket purchase orders, supplier evaluations, working with internal customers to source new and existing parts and supplies, assisting the inventory control analyst with maintaining inventory levels, and reconciling invoice issues.

What you will be doing

• Daily responsibilities include reviewing purchase requisitions and converting them to purchase orders, maintaining and updating blanket purchase orders.
• Work with suppliers to manage and resolve all purchase order issues including timelines, pricing disputes, quantity requirements and shipping methods
• Timely processing of purchase orders for all items to be sent out for repair.  Review quotes for repair vs new price, follow-up for return of repair to stock and update of all repair orders.
• Assist Account Payables with invoice issues and Receiving Department with incoming order discrepancies.
• Provide daily purchasing support for product due date requests
• Other duties as assigned

What will make you successful?

Required Education/Experience:

• A working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and Outlook)
• Must be adaptable to working in a rapidly changing and evolving environment
• Positive attitude, eagerness to learn and participate in a team environment
• Strong communication skills – written and verbal, and ability to work independently and within a team.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

• One to two years’ experience with purchasing or inventory management of MRO parts a plus.
• Knowledge of ERP systems a plus.
• Knowledge of Imports a plus

Equal opportunities

Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.

As part of our recruitment process, we may use job‑related assessments in selected roles. These tools help us better understand work‑related strengths and support a fair and consistent hiring process. Any assessment results are reviewed together with your experience, qualifications, and interviews, and are never used as the sole basis for hiring decisions.

If you need an accommodation in order to complete the application, please contact Hydro Recruiting via email at recruiting.north.america@hydro.com