Production Buyer

Role: Production Buyer

Location: Lewisburg TN

Duration: Full-Time Perm

Job Description

About the Role:

The Production Buyer plays a critical role in managing and optimizing the procurement process for large-scale manufacturing operations within the business services sector. This position focuses on sourcing, negotiating, and securing materials and components from international suppliers to ensure timely and cost-effective production. The engineer collaborates closely with cross-functional teams including production, quality assurance, and logistics to align purchasing strategies with production schedules and quality standards. By analyzing market trends and supplier performance, the role aims to mitigate risks and drive continuous improvement in the supply chain. Ultimately, this position ensures that mass production demands are met efficiently while maintaining compliance with international trade regulations and company policies.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement purchasing strategies for mass production materials and components from international suppliers.
• Negotiate contracts, prices, and delivery terms with global vendors to secure favorable agreements.
• Coordinate with production and quality teams to forecast material requirements and ensure alignment with manufacturing schedules.
• Monitor supplier performance, conduct audits, and manage relationships to maintain high standards of quality and reliability.
• Analyze market trends, evaluate risks, and identify opportunities for cost reduction and supply chain optimization.
• Ensure compliance with international trade laws, import/export regulations, and company procurement policies.
• Prepare detailed reports and documentation related to purchasing activities, supplier evaluations, and cost analyses.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in purchasing or procurement within a manufacturing or mass production environment.
• Strong knowledge of international sourcing, import/export regulations, and global supply chain management.
• Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel for data analysis.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in the business services industry or with multinational manufacturing companies.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle.
• Certification in Supply Chain Management or Purchasing (e.g., CPSM, CIPS).
• Multilingual abilities, particularly in languages relevant to key supplier regions.
• Advanced skills in data analytics and market research.

Skills:

The required skills enable the engineer to effectively manage complex international procurement processes by leveraging strong negotiation and communication abilities to build and maintain supplier relationships. Analytical skills are essential for evaluating supplier performance, market trends, and cost structures to make informed purchasing decisions. Proficiency in procurement software and data analysis tools supports efficient tracking and reporting of purchasing activities. Preferred skills such as ERP system knowledge and supply chain certifications enhance the engineer’s capability to integrate purchasing functions with broader business operations and improve process efficiencies. Multilingual skills facilitate clearer communication with diverse international suppliers, ensuring smoother transactions and stronger partnerships.