Buyer III

Olympus Controls ( is a fast-paced Automation Company that has an opportunity for a Buyer III to join our growing company. We offer a dynamic environment with competitive salary and health benefits for the right type of highly motivated individuals.

The Buyer III is a process-oriented individual who has the primary responsibility of ensuring material availability to support the production schedule. The Buyer III is responsible for procuring material at the best combination of cost, quality, and availability for both standard production assemblies as well as first time automation system builds from the Engineered Solutions group. The Buyer III must possess the ability to manage multiple projects at once and thrive in environments with quickly changing priorities.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Initiate purchase orders and manage revisions for parts and services based on demand generated through customer sales orders
• Provide regular material status reports for multiple projects highlighting changes in material, pricing, lead times and other critical supply chain information to all stakeholders
• Monitor, report and update the status of open purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery of all materials, including timely resolution, communication, and mitigation of potential issues with material availability or delivery schedules
• Coordinate material flows through product/bill of materials (BOM) changes, obsolescence, and the introduction of new suppliers and/or materials due to new product development
• Collaborate with internal customers and provide a high level of customer service, including working with the Buyer/Planner to recommend solutions, resources, and alternative supply options
• Secure and analyze supplier quotations, negotiate prices and terms with suppliers, recommend suppliers with respect to cost, quality, and availability/schedule
• Provide backup support for other supply chain functions including shipping, receiving, material handling
• Seek out and set up new vendors prior to conducting business, including establishing terms and ensuring appropriate mutual non-disclosure agreements (MNDA's) and company documentation is in place
• Establish positive working relationships with our network of vendors
• Establish and maintain an approved vendor list in collaboration with quality and engineering departments
• Support the engineered solutions group in compiling costed BOMs of low - mid level complexity to satisfy cost estimates for new business
• Develop and manage machine shop sourcing strategy to align vendor capabilities, capacity and lead times with production and project requirements
• Lead supplier performance management by defining KPIs, maintaining scorecards and driving corrective actions to improve quality, delivery and responsiveness
• Lead supplier recovery efforts for late or constrained materials, coordinating cross-functionally to minimize production disruptions
• Recognize and recommend process improvement opportunities
• All other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Experience:

• 4+ years of experience required
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, related field and/or relevant experience in a Buyer or Supply Chain role preferred
• Highschool degree or equivalent required
• Prior experience using an ERP system's purchasing functions; SAP a plus
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite; advanced skills with Microsoft Excel
• Strong sense of urgency and attention to detail
• Excellent organization, written/verbal communication, and follow-up skills
• Ability to self-direct and take constructive action in ambiguous situations
• Ability to move/transport material up to 30lbs

Founded in 1923, Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT) is a leading value-added distributor and technical solutions provider of industrial motion, fluid power, flow control, automation technologies, and related maintenance supplies. Our leading brands, specialized services, and comprehensive knowledge serve MRO and OEM end users in virtually all industrial markets through our multi-channel capabilities that provide choice, convenience, and expertise.

Applied Industrial Technologies is built on a philosophy that puts people first. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to a workforce in which we enforce fair treatment and provide growth opportunities for everyone. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, genetics, religion, gender, marital status, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.