Winnebago Industries, Inc. Jobs Hiring Now

Winnebago Industries is a leading manufacturer of outdoor lifestyle products under the iconic Winnebago, Grand Design, Chris-Craft, Newmar, and Barletta Boats brands. Our 6,300+ team members across Iowa, Indiana, Minnesota, and Florida deliver on our vision to be the trusted leader in outdoor lifestyle solutions by providing unmatched innovation, quality, and service in the industries we engage.

We believe our employees are our most valuable asset, and we are committed to providing a safe and engaging environment where you can be passionate about the work you do and have opportunities to learn and grow. This position will be based at Winnebago’s Middlebury, Indiana location.

Primary Objective of Position: The Line Buyer will work diligently with the Purchasing Agent to ensure all issues are resolved in a timely manner and aid in the entry of requirements that suppliers bring to the table. Line Buyers are filters within the department to allow the Purchasing Agent to focus on more pressing items.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Review monthly report and reorder any items/parts as needed pertaining to cycle counts.
• Collaborate with vendors for items of coverage and quality issues.
• Run daily reports to help communicate with suppliers on the status of requisitions, contracts, and orders.
• Assist Purchasing Agent with MRP parts when needed (expedite part shortages for items of coverage on cycle counts).
• Review Purchasing Agents' MRP purchase orders.
• Work closely with Inventory Control to manage obsolete materials for items of coverage
• First line of defense for Purchasing Agent – Contacting vendors with issues
• Place “Hot Orders” at the request of the Purchasing Agent
• Track and report on daily offline reports and prepare weekly data graphs for the Plant Manager.
• Prepare the weekly Working Capital Report.
• Address invoice issues with the accounting department for items of coverage.
• Manage vendor cycle counts, personal cycle counts, and order confirmation.
• Complete a daily shortage walk to monitor in-house inventory movement.
• Review PCN and TDs for items on cycle counts to determine if inventory quantities are sufficient for needs.
• Answer any radio calls from receivers and lines.
• Review Purchasing Agents orders to confirm completion.
• Assist in quarterly inventory processes.
• Run track reports for the receivers.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Basic computer skills; Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook email)
• Broad knowledge of RV products and components is required
• Analytical and strong communication skills are necessary

Physical Demands

• Stand, walk, sit in a production environment
• Office sitting and standing environment
• Able to work early hours with a flexible schedule

At Winnebago, we believe ALL people are leaders and hold each other accountable to high expectations.

Leadership Expectations:

• Connect with Purpose
  • Be inclusive; seek out different perspectives.
  • Focus on the Customer; put yourself in the customer's shoes.
  • Communicate Clearly; say what needs to be said and listen.
• Execute with Excellence
  • Explore Possibilities; ask, "What if?" and embrace new ideas.
  • Set Direction; prioritize, plan, and align; balance thinking and action.
  • Drive Results; get the right things done; work with a sense of urgency.
• Build the Future
  • Transform the Road Ahead; anticipate opportunities; seek new opportunities for continuous improvement.
  • Navigate Change; be agile and flexible; take on new challenges.
  • Inspire Growth; help each other improve; commit to personal development.

If you are the right candidate for this position, as a Winnebago Team Member you will be eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Group Life Insurance, Accidental Injury, Critical Illness, Short & Long-Term Disability
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) with match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Holiday and Vacation Pay

Winnebago Towables is an Equal Opportunity Employer.