Buyer / Procurement Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Buyer / Procurement Specialist (Manufacturing) – ERP/MRP

DEMA Engineering Company | Full-Time | On-site | St. Louis, MO

A hands-on Buyer role with real ownership

DEMA Engineering Company is hiring a Buyer / Procurement Specialist to support our manufacturing operation from our St. Louis headquarters. This is an influential individual contributor role where you'll run day-to-day purchasing and RFQs, partner closely with internal stakeholders, and keep materials and services flowing to support production.

If you're looking for a role that blends purchasing execution (POs/expediting) with supplier management and RFQs , you'll feel at home here.

Epicor ERP is preferred ; similar ERP/MRP experience is welcome (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Dynamics, Infor, etc.).

About DEMA Engineering Company

Since 1956, DEMA Engineering Company has been a family-owned global leader in chemical dispensing and fluid control technologies. Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, we employ more than 420 people worldwide, with manufacturing facilities across the United States and operations in Europe and Australia.

As an ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified organization, DEMA is built on a culture of accountability, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement.

What you'll do (Buyer / Purchasing / Procurement)

You'll support a mix of direct materials/components and MRO/indirect needs, including: production materials, components, MRO supplies, tooling, equipment, facilities purchases, and contract services.

• Execute purchasing in an ERP/MRP environment: create/manage purchase orders , track acknowledgements, maintain delivery schedules, and process changes as needed
• Lead RFQ/RFP activity for assigned items/services: identify suppliers, evaluate bids, complete basic cost analysis, and make sourcing recommendations
• Proactively expedite and resolve shortages, late deliveries, and supply disruptions to protect production and inventory objectives
• Build strong supplier relationships focused on quality, delivery, responsiveness, and cost
• Maintain accurate supplier data (pricing, lead times, terms, records) in the ERP system
• Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, Production Planning, Quality, and Finance (including support for new parts / new product introductions)
• Support supplier qualification/onboarding and continuous improvement efforts
• Identify practical opportunities for cost savings, process improvement, and inventory optimization

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field or equivalent education and relevant experience
• 3–5+ years of experience in buying / purchasing / procurement / sourcing in a manufacturing environment
• Hands-on experience with ERP and MRP systems
• Experience running RFQs/RFPs and managing supplier communications end-to-end
• Strong Excel skills and comfort working with pricing/lead-time data
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, BOMs, and technical requirements as needed
• Strong follow-through, organization, communication, and negotiation skills
• Comfortable blending purchasing execution with RFQs and supplier management

Preferred (nice to have):

• Epicor ERP preferred; similar ERP/MRP systems welcome
• CPSM, CPIM, CSCP, CPP (or similar) certifications
• Lean / Six Sigma training or certification
• Experience with ISO 9001 environments and supplier quality practices
• Experience with global sourcing / international suppliers or import/export exposure

What success looks like:

In your first few months, you'll be confidently managing your assigned purchasing workload, building trust with key suppliers, and becoming a go-to partner for Engineering, Planning, Operations, and Quality. You'll bring clearer visibility to supply risks and help improve delivery performance and cost competitiveness.

What we offer

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Contribution
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Programs and On-Site Fitness Center
• Employee Assistance Resources
• Stability and long-term growth potential at a family-owned, global manufacturer

Ready to apply?

If you're a manufacturing Buyer who enjoys owning the details, building supplier relationships, and keeping production supported, we'd like to meet you.

DEMA Engineering Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to legally protected characteristics.