New

Buyer

Proto Labs, Inc.
life insurance, 401(k)

2600 Niagara Lane North (Show on map)
Oct 30, 2025
Be yourself at Protolabs Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse team that feels they are valued in the workplace. So do you feel you do not meet every single requirement but still intrigued? We encourage you to still apply! You can help make our company even better. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, age, mental or physical ability, or any way you represent yourself. We strongly believe diversity makes for more successful teams. Why Protolabs? We are the leaders in digital manufacturing. We hire doers, makers, and creative thinkers who tackle our roles with an entrepreneurial spirit. Our culture is centered around meaningful work that brings new and innovative products to market at unprecedented speeds. We are a diverse team that comes from all walks of life and take pride in our team who is smart, genuine, humble, and passionate about what we do. It's our people who fuel our creativity and make our culture feel like home. *This is a hybrid role based out of Plymouth, MN.* The Buyer is responsible for purchasing production materials, manufacturing plant and maintenance equipment, supplies and services of a specialized or complex nature in accordance with prescribed purchasing regulations and procedures; reviewing and analyzing purchase requisitions, investigating and developing sources of supplies, issuing RFQ requests, and reviewing quotations; and purchasing goods and services consistent with our values. What you'll do: Leads and mentors Associate Buyers in the organizing, planning, and writing RFQ's, RFP's, contract language and amendments Reviews requirements for reasonableness Recommends and applies appropriate procurement strategy Reviews purchase requisitions for completeness, evaluates method of procurement Determines and identifies supplier pool Review and compare price, quantity, quality, availability, terms and conditions, and payment terms Issues PO's to procure designated types of commodities and equipment Prepares revisions to PO's when requirements change Monitors contracts and orders and expedites delivery Reconciles discrepancies between invoices and PO's Assists receiving personnel in resolving supplier issues Maintains records, source information, and purchasing reference files Establishes new sources of supply and ensures all documentation requirements are filed in document management system Ensures that risks related to services and supplies are identified and communicated Perform other related duties as assigned What it takes: 2+ years of purchasing experience or related field 2+ years of experience working in an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System High School Diploma or equivalent Detail oriented for accuracy of work performed to be able to do full RFQ's with multiple materials and suppliers Strong business acumen Robust analytical skills Strong communication skills both written and verbal Ability to rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals to perform a variety of tasks Preferred: Knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, procedures, within Supply Chain Proficient with all Microsoft Office products What's in it for you? We offer a competitive total compensation package In addition, we offer competitive benefits including but not limited to: Health Insurance: Traditional OR High Deductible plan Flexible Spending Accounts Health Savings Account (including employer contributions) Dental and Vision Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Paid caregiver leave You will receive PTO + Holiday Pay + Volunteer Hours 401k with company match and immediate vest Employee Stock Purchase Program with a 15% discount And More! Protolabs offers a competitive total rewards package, and compensation mix vary based on position, such as base wage, as well as other earnings including incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, job function, work experience, specialized skills, training, education, and certifications. Proto Labs maintains ITAR-compliant operations in all of our United States based facilities. Due to ITAR regulations, this role is only open to U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders) or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status. Individuals with temporary visas (e.g. E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, TN or OPT) are not eligible for hire in this role. Proto Labs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer Physical Demands: While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use a computer keyboard, monitor and mouse, telephone and printer; reach with hands, and arms, talk, see and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop or kneel and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Work Environment: Indoors (A/C); nonsmoking; the majority of this job function is performed in an office setting requiring normal safety precautions. However, there may be job duties that require the employee to spend time in the manufacturing areas exposed to machinery and noise; eye protection occasionally required. Occasionally works in outside weather conditions. Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.