Buyer

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Buyer to support sourcing and supplier management activities for a growing machinery manufacturing organization in Bowling Green, Kentucky. This Long-term Contract position will focus on building strong supplier partnerships, improving cost performance, and helping maintain a dependable supply base across assigned commodities. The ideal candidate brings strong negotiation skills, market awareness, and the ability to work closely with cross-functional teams to support operational and product goals.

Responsibilities:
• Create and carry out category plans for assigned commodities to support long-range supply objectives and business needs.
• Direct supplier selection, qualification, and ongoing relationship management to maintain a competitive and reliable vendor network.
• Negotiate pricing, service expectations, agreement terms, and other commercial conditions to achieve favorable business outcomes.
• Combine purchasing volume where possible to strengthen leverage, improve value, and lower overall ownership costs.
• Assess market conditions, external cost factors, and sourcing risks to guide procurement decisions and reduce supply disruption exposure.
• Prepare cost analyses, review supplier quotations, benchmark market pricing, and contribute to annual savings initiatives.
• Track supplier performance and work with vendors to improve delivery, quality, responsiveness, and cost efficiency.
• Partner with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Finance, and Supply Chain teams to align sourcing decisions with broader business priorities.
• Support product introduction timelines by securing suppliers and materials that meet schedule, quality, and cost expectations.
• Maintain procurement records, sourcing documentation, and reporting tools while ensuring adherence to company purchasing policies and best practices.• 5+ years of experience in buying, sourcing, or commodity management within a manufacturing environment.
• Background in supplier negotiations, contract administration, and ongoing vendor performance management.
• Working knowledge of supply chain logistics, purchasing operations, and material planning practices.
• Experience using SyteLine or Syteline ERP to support procurement and purchasing activities.
• Ability to evaluate cost drivers, interpret market trends, and apply data to sourcing decisions.
• Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across purchasing, operations, engineering, and finance functions.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and meeting business deadlines.