Buyer
Posted:
11 September 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline:
9 December 2026
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Department:
Job Summary
Buyer
2100 Hoffman Way Anoka MN 55303
MN069 In Plant Store
Full-time Shift(s): MON TUE WED THU FRI 7:00am - 5:00pm
OVERVIEW:
Working as Full-time Buyer you will work with a specific customer in the Anoka area and will report to the General Manager for the On-Site branch. You will be part of a group that has assumed the sourcing and/or procurement responsibilities for a customer overseeing all facets of the sourcing and/or procurement process. This position may offer a flexible schedule after a period of onboarding training and meeting performance goals.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The duties and responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:
o Supporting the customers procurement process by receiving placing and following up with orders
o Responding to customer requests while demonstrating efficiency
o Developing and maintaining relationships with the Customer Sales Team Product Development Department Suppliers and Supply Chain Department
o Communicating with the customer vendors and sales team on a regular basis by phone e-mail or in person
o Learning specific product categories through Fastenal School of Business courses and hands-on and classroom training with key suppliers
REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
The following skills and qualifications are required for this position:
o 18 years of age or older
o Possess or are working towards a degree in Business Supply Chain Operations OR have buying or purchasing work experience
o Excellent written and oral communication skills
o Demonstrate strong math aptitude attention to detail and sense of urgency
o Knowledge of Electrical Controls and/or MRO products
o Highly motivated self directed and customer service oriented
o Demonstrate strong organization planning and prioritizing abilities
o Exhibit strong problem solving deductive reasoning and decision making skills
o Learn and perform multiple tasks in a fast paced environment
o Work independently as well as in a team environment
o Demonstrate our core values of ambition innovation integrity and teamwork
o Pass the required drug screen (applicable in the US Puerto Rico and Guam ONLY)
PREFERRRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
o Prior sourcing work experience
ABOUT US:
Since 1967 Fastenal has grown as a distributor of industrial and construction supplies from a single branch to a Fortune 500 company with over 3000 servicing locations each providing tailored local inventory and personal service for our customers. As weve expanded across the world weve retained a core belief in people and their ability to accomplish remarkable things - if given the opportunity. From this philosophy stems an entrepreneurial culture that challenges every employee to run their own business create their own success and advance to become company leaders.
As a growth company with a solid financial position we are committed to training promoting from within and creating opportunities for our employees. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and are looking to make your mark as part of an elite growth company you wont find a better fit than Fastenal.
FULL-TIME BENEFITS:
Fastenal offers a competitive benefits package to all full-time employees. This package includes Health Life Long Term Disability and Dental Insurance in addition to paid vacation sick leave holidays and 401(k) with an employer contribution.
COMPENSATION:
The pay range for this position is $48000 - 54000.
2100 Hoffman Way Anoka MN 55303
MN069 In Plant Store
Full-time Shift(s): MON TUE WED THU FRI 7:00am - 5:00pm
OVERVIEW:
Working as Full-time Buyer you will work with a specific customer in the Anoka area and will report to the General Manager for the On-Site branch. You will be part of a group that has assumed the sourcing and/or procurement responsibilities for a customer overseeing all facets of the sourcing and/or procurement process. This position may offer a flexible schedule after a period of onboarding training and meeting performance goals.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The duties and responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:
o Supporting the customers procurement process by receiving placing and following up with orders
o Responding to customer requests while demonstrating efficiency
o Developing and maintaining relationships with the Customer Sales Team Product Development Department Suppliers and Supply Chain Department
o Communicating with the customer vendors and sales team on a regular basis by phone e-mail or in person
o Learning specific product categories through Fastenal School of Business courses and hands-on and classroom training with key suppliers
REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
The following skills and qualifications are required for this position:
o 18 years of age or older
o Possess or are working towards a degree in Business Supply Chain Operations OR have buying or purchasing work experience
o Excellent written and oral communication skills
o Demonstrate strong math aptitude attention to detail and sense of urgency
o Knowledge of Electrical Controls and/or MRO products
o Highly motivated self directed and customer service oriented
o Demonstrate strong organization planning and prioritizing abilities
o Exhibit strong problem solving deductive reasoning and decision making skills
o Learn and perform multiple tasks in a fast paced environment
o Work independently as well as in a team environment
o Demonstrate our core values of ambition innovation integrity and teamwork
o Pass the required drug screen (applicable in the US Puerto Rico and Guam ONLY)
PREFERRRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
o Prior sourcing work experience
ABOUT US:
Since 1967 Fastenal has grown as a distributor of industrial and construction supplies from a single branch to a Fortune 500 company with over 3000 servicing locations each providing tailored local inventory and personal service for our customers. As weve expanded across the world weve retained a core belief in people and their ability to accomplish remarkable things - if given the opportunity. From this philosophy stems an entrepreneurial culture that challenges every employee to run their own business create their own success and advance to become company leaders.
As a growth company with a solid financial position we are committed to training promoting from within and creating opportunities for our employees. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and are looking to make your mark as part of an elite growth company you wont find a better fit than Fastenal.
FULL-TIME BENEFITS:
Fastenal offers a competitive benefits package to all full-time employees. This package includes Health Life Long Term Disability and Dental Insurance in addition to paid vacation sick leave holidays and 401(k) with an employer contribution.
COMPENSATION:
The pay range for this position is $48000 - 54000.