Sr. Buyer

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Buyer

Direct Hire | Full-Time | Onsite - Coal Center, PA | Salary: $65,000
Monday - Friday | Day Shift

Senior Buyer Opportunity

A growing manufacturing organization is seeking a Senior Buyer to join its supply chain team. This position is responsible for sourcing materials, managing supplier relationships, supporting production schedules, and ensuring cost-effective procurement strategies. The ideal candidate will have experience in purchasing, supplier management, inventory planning, and MRP systems within a manufacturing environment.

This is a direct hire, onsite opportunity offering long-term career growth and stability.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing activities to ensure timely delivery of materials supporting production schedules.
• Procure electronic components, mechanical parts, production materials, and indirect supplies based on demand forecasts and MRP requirements.
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers while negotiating pricing, lead times, and service agreements.
• Source alternate suppliers and components to minimize shortages, supply chain disruptions, and cost increases.
• Monitor purchase orders, supplier performance, inventory levels, and material availability.
• Collaborate with Production, Materials, Engineering, Program Management, and Accounting teams to support operational goals.
• Resolve supplier, invoicing, and inventory discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, lead-time reduction, and supply chain improvements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and supplier quality programs.
• Train team members on procurement processes, purchasing best practices, and established procedures.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Procurement, or a related field.
• 2-5 years of purchasing, procurement, or buyer experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and ERP/MRP systems.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred

• Experience in electronics manufacturing, contract manufacturing, industrial manufacturing, or production environments.
• Knowledge of MRP, ERP, inventory control, production planning, Kanban, JIT, Lean Manufacturing, and Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Familiarity with ISO-regulated environments and supplier quality processes.

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be:

• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• A strong problem solver with sound decision-making abilities.
• Able to work independently while collaborating across departments.
• Skilled at supplier negotiations and relationship management.
• Driven to improve costs, inventory performance, and supply chain efficiency.

Benefits

• Direct Hire Position
• Competitive Salary ($65,000)
• Monday-Friday Schedule
• Stable Manufacturing Environment
• Professional Growth Opportunities
• Comprehensive Benefits Package

Location: Coal Center, PA
Position Type: Direct Hire
Work Environment: 100% Onsite (No Remote or Hybrid)
Salary: $65,000 per year

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