This Buyer role is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring raw materials, electronics, and custom components to support manufacturing operations. The position focuses on maintaining strong supplier relationships, optimizing costs and inventory levels, and ensuring timely delivery of quality materials to prevent production disruptions. It plays a key part in driving supply chain efficiency within a collaborative, cross-functional environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Execute purchase orders for direct and indirect materials based on demand, forecast, and replenishment signals
- Select, evaluate, and manage supplier relationships, including maintaining an approved supplier list and conducting performance reviews
- Negotiate pricing, lead times, and payment terms to achieve cost savings and improve ROI
- Monitor open purchase orders, expedite critical materials, and proactively resolve potential shortages
- Maintain accurate data in the MRP system including lead times, pricing, MOQ, and planning parameters
- Collaborate with production, planning, engineering, quality, and accounts payable teams to align on schedules and resolve issues
- Support engineering change orders, compliance requirements, and import documentation
- Track key supply chain metrics and participate in continuous improvement initiatives including lean and Kaizen events
3 to 5 plus years of purchasing or procurement experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
Strong proficiency with MRP systems and inventory management tools
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP functions
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and Bills of Materials
Demonstrated negotiation, analytical, and communication skills
Experience managing supplier relationships and performance
Comprehensive benefits including health coverage, 401(k) with company match, PTO, and more.