Senior buyer Fabrication & electronics

We are seeking a results-driven Senior Buyer to lead procurement of metal fabrication components and electronic assemblies supporting custom machinery and automation systems.

Responsibilities:

Source, negotiate, and manage suppliers for structural steel, machined components, drives, motors, PLCs, sensors, and automation components

Develop and execute strategic sourcing and cost-reduction initiatives

Manage supplier performance, risk mitigation, and dual-sourcing strategies

Collaborate with Engineering, Production, and Finance on BOMs, lead times, and cost targets

Monitor market trends and supply chain risks, implementing contingency plans

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field

5-10+ years purchasing experience in manufacturing or capital equipment

Knowledge of metal fabrication and industrial electronics

Proven negotiation and supplier management experience

ERP experience and advanced Excel/cost analysis skills

Preferred:

Experience in low-volume, high-mix environments

Robotics, welding automation, or motion control familiarity

Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or CPSM/CPIM certification

Core Competencies: Strategic thinking, strong negotiation, analytical mindset, urgency, collaboration, and high integrity.

Estimated 10-15 K annually in profit sharing bonus

Must be local to the Rock Island area or willing to relocate

Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.