Buyer

Benefits: Paid holidays Simple IRA Competitive salary Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Profit sharing Vision insurance Our Mission We’re on a mission to keep production running smoothly and customers delighted, by ensuring the right materials arrive at the right time—every time. Our team thrives on precision, collaboration, and problem-solving. We believe that supply chain excellence isn’t just about moving parts, it’s about enabling innovation, reducing waste, and delivering quality without compromise. As our Buyer & Customer Service Specialist, you will be the bridge between our suppliers, production team, and our customers. You will ensure we have the correct material, while also being the friendly, knowledgeable voice that customers turn to for help. Your work will directly influence our ability to deliver on promises, maintain strong supplier relationships, and keep customers coming back. We are seeking a results-driven Buyer / Customer Service Specialist who will play a pivotal role in optimizing our supply chain processes and driving operational excellence. In this position, you will leverage your expertise in logistics and inventory management to enhance efficiency and reduce costs across the supply chain. You will collaborate with all employees to ensure seamless operations and maintain top-tier service levels for our customers. What you will do: Manage the full purchasing process: from sourcing and negotiating with suppliers to placing orders and tracking deliveries. Respond to customer inquiries via phone and email with empathy, accuracy and timeliness. Resolve order issues, returns, and complaints in a way that turns challenges into positive experiences. Analyze demand forecasts and translate them into accurate purchase orders and production plans. Request quotes for pricing, lead time, and terms, from our suppliers, to secure the best value without compromising quality. Monitor supplier performance and resolve delivery or quality issues quickly and effectively. Maintain optimal inventory levels. Avoiding both shortages and excess stock, using our ERP/MRP systems. Collaborate closely with production, engineering, and quality personnel to align material availability with business needs and project timelines. Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and supply chain efficiency. Develop and implement supply chain strategies that align with the overall business objectives and improve operational efficiency. Streamline operations, enhance distribution strategies, and reduce overall supply chain costs. Ensure procurement activities adhere to organization policies, legal requirements, and ethical standards. What you will bring: Proven experience in purchasing, procurement or supply chain management, preferably in a manufacturing environment. Proficiency in supply chain management software and tools (ERP/MRP systems, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) Excellent customer service and supplier management skills; showing the ability to listen, empathize, and resolve issues effectively. Ability to interpret technical drawings, bills of materials, and production schedules. A proactive, problem-solving mindset with strong attention to detail. Clear communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment. Deep understanding of supply chain processes, inventory management, and logistics. Highly organized with a keen attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities. Commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace culture. Why you will love it here: A collaborative culture where your ideas are valued and your work has visible impact. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package; 100% employer paid medical, dental, and vision coverage. Partial employer contribution for additional benefits, to include long and short-term disability, accident policies, cancer policies, and life insurance. SIMPLE IRA plan with company match to help you plan for the future. Paid time off plus company holidays, to recharge and spend time on what matters most. Opportunities to work on challenging projects that keep your skills sharp and your workday interesting. Join Us Equal Opportunity Statement We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply, even if they do not meet all the preferred qualifications. #J-18808-Ljbffr Gillaspie Manufacturing, Inc.