Job Description

Cornerstone Building Brands is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products for residential and low-rise non-residential buildings in North America. Headquartered in Cary, N.C., we serve residential and commercial customers across the new construction and Repair & Remodel (R&R) markets. Our market-leading portfolio of products spans vinyl windows, vinyl siding, stone veneer, metal roofing, metal wall systems and metal accessories. Cornerstone Building Brands’ broad, multi-channel distribution platform and expansive national footprint includes more than 18,800 team members at manufacturing, distribution and office locations throughout North America. Corporate stewardship and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) responsibility are embedded in our culture. We are committed to contributing positively to the communities where we live, work and play. For more information, visit us at cornerstonebuildingbrands.com .

Job Description

Mueller, Inc., part of Cornerstone Building Brands, is looking for a Buyer   to join its Ballinger,TX location. The Buyer is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring materials, equipment, and services required for metal roofing operations. This role ensures cost-effective purchasing while maintaining quality standards, supplier reliability, and timely delivery to support production and project schedules.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and purchase metal roofing materials such as steel coils, aluminum sheets, fasteners, coatings, insulation, and accessories
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers, mills, and distributors
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms to achieve cost savings and favorable conditions
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with warehouse and production teams to maintain optimal stock
• Issue purchase orders and track order status to ensure on-time delivery
• Evaluate supplier performance based on quality, pricing, and delivery reliability
• Stay informed on market trends, including metal pricing fluctuations (steel, aluminum, etc.)
• Collaborate with project managers and estimators to forecast material needs
• Resolve issues related to delays, shortages, or defective materials
• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required
• 2 plus years of purchasing / procurement experience is preferred
• Manufacturing administrative support experience is preferred
• Must be PC proficient and have a good understanding of Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to resolve problems both internally and externally with customers
• Ability to think conceptually and produce desired results
• A combination of education and experience may be qualifying
• Understanding of metal markets (steel, aluminum pricing trends)
• Ability to read construction drawings and material takeoffs
• Experience with inventory management systems
• Analytical mindset with cost-control focus
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?  

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we  live, work and play . Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development. 

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

Cornerstone Building Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. You can find the Equal Employment Opportunity Poster here . You can also view Your Right to Work Poster here along with This Organizations Participation in E-Verify Poster here . If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan for protected veterans or individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or HRCompliance@cornerstone-bb.com. If you have a disability and you believe that you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or HRCompliance@cornerstone-bb.com. This email is used exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

Note to External Recruiters

Cornerstone Building Brands does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not pay fees for any candidate submissions that were not expressly authorized.

Notice of Recruitment Fraud

We have been made aware of multiple scams whereby unauthorized individuals are using Cornerstone Building Brand's name and logo to solicit potential job-seekers for employment. In some cases, job-seekers are being contacted directly, both by phone and e-mail. In other instances, these unauthorized individuals are placing advertisements for fake positions with both legitimate websites and fabricated ones. These individuals are typically promising high-paying jobs with the requirement that the job-seeker send money to pay for things such as visa applications or processing fees. Please be advised that Cornerstone Building Brands will never ask potential job-seekers for any sort of advance payment or bank account information as part of the recruiting or hiring process.

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