Buyer

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

AmeriWater is a long-established industry leader in the design, manufacture, installation and supply of water purification systems and services for dialysis, industrial and healthcare applications. We are looking for a Buyer to join our growing team in Dayton, Ohio!

Onsite Role - Dayton, Ohio 45414

Position Summary

Responsible for executing purchasing activities that support manufacturing and service operations. Manage purchase orders, maintain supplier relationships, expedite critical materials, resolve delivery issues, and coordinate with internal teams to ensure materials are available to support production schedules and customer commitments. Serve as the primary point of contact for suppliers and play a key role in maintaining continuity of supply.

Primary Responsibilities

• Create, issue and manage purchase orders for production materials, components, consumables, and indirect supplies.
• Monitor, expedite or delay purchase orders when required based on operational needs.
• Maintain accurate supplier pricing, lead time, and purchase order information within the ERP system.
• Communicate regularly with suppliers to confirm order status, shipment schedules, and delivery commitments.
• Reconcile purchase order with receipts and resolve and drive corrective actions to resolve discrepancies with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on purchasing efficiency, supplier performance, inventory management, and overall supply chain effectiveness.
• Track and report on open orders, past due deliveries, supplier performance, and other purchasing metrics.
• Assist with supplier onboarding, support sourcing activities, and supplier documentation as required.
• Support cost savings initiatives by obtaining competitive quotes and identifying opportunities for cost reductions.
• Communicate supplier delivery schedules and shipment updates to the warehouse team.
• Coordinate with Quality department and suppliers to resolve supplier non-conformances and implement corrective actions.
• Resolve material shortages, late deliveries, and supply disruptions to minimize impact on production schedules and customer commitments.
• Maintain accurate lead time and cost data in procurement systems, supporting cost savings initiatives through data-driven purchasing decisions.

Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management within a manufacturing or assembly environment.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems - managing purchase orders, supplier records, lead times, and material transactions.
• Experience in creating and managing purchase orders and working directly with suppliers.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to proactively identify and address supply risks.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving and follow-up skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities; able to work cross-functionally with production, warehouse, engineering, finance and quality teams.
• Experience managing supplier expedites and delivery adjustments to meet production needs.
• Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced and evolving operational environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with ERP systems.

Licenses & Certifications

• None

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• HSA with Employer Contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life insurance
• Company Paid Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Paid time off

AmeriWater is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
AmeriWater is an E-Verify Program participant .