Buyer
Reading Group
Job Description Posted Friday, March 6, 2026 at 5:00 AM How You Will Make an Impact A Buyer at Reading Truck plays a critical role in managing suppliers, orders, and purchased items from sourcing to order placement to receipt. The Buyer is responsible for source selection and procurement functions directly associated with the company's needs for direct and indirect materials and services. This role has regular interaction with other departments such as operations, engineering, maintenance, quality, sales and finance. The Nuts and Bolts Ensure material availability to meet production demand, and support manufacturing with the implementation of Just In Time (JIT), vendor managed inventory (VMI) and stock inventory based on production schedules and forecasts. Perform purchasing responsibilities such as material quoting, contract negotiations, purchase orders, and issues with receipts. Develop and review demand trends and forecasts to determine the most efficient purchasing quantities and frequencies; interact with key suppliers, providing manufacturing forecast to support & build schedules. Manage the day to day operations of designated supply base of direct and indirect categories, including communicating demand forecasts to suppliers. Drive continuous improvement of processes and results by generating ideas for improvement and participating in project teams or Lean events. Work closely with Corporate Strategic Procurement Team to advance enterprise wide sourcing programs and cost savings initiatives. Lead and support sourcing activities as necessary, and source new vendors when needed. Support new product development (NPD) and cost reduction projects. Track supplier performance using the supplier scorecard, and communicate results to suppliers on a quarterly basis. Develop vendor partnerships to achieve objectives for cost, order quantities, lead-times, quality, on time delivery, and on-hand inventory dollars. Develop and review demand trends and forecasts to determine efficient purchasing quantities, which might include the use of Kanban or other calculation methods. Review on-hand inventory balances for excess or obsolete inventory to determine substitution options, return to supplier, or resell. Study market prices and trends, new technologies, manufacturing process improvements applicable to assigned commodities. Effectively communicate with Customer Service and Engineering on part number issues, lead-times, new parts, etc. Maintain purchasing systems and procedures with high data accuracy and integrity, including information such as lead-time, safety stock, minimum order quantities, supplier contact data, etc. Other duties as assigned. Required Credentials Education Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain or a related field strongly preferred. Experience Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a purchasing role. Experience with ERP/MRP systems and functions is required. JDE experience is a plus! Experience with MRO and indirect purchasing is preferred. Experience in the manufacturing industry. How We Make an Impact At Reading Truck, we have more than 65 years of industry leadership in the manufacture, distribution, and enhancement of work truck bodies. As the world’s largest upfitter of work trucks, we continue to experience rapid growth through our expanding network of more than 20 locations across North America. Take the next step in your career and come get paid to play with trucks! Some of Our Total Rewards We offer big company perks with small company culture: Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and Life 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match Tuition Reimbursement Paid Time Off and 10 Observed (Paid) Holidays Generous Footwear, Eyewear, and Safety Equipment Discount Program Paid Training and Development Programs J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. AGENCIES / THIRD PARTY RECRUITING FIRMS: Any unsolicited submissions received from third party agencies will be considered property of Reading Truck, and we will not be held liable for any fees related to those submissions. #J-18808-Ljbffr
$29 - $30 per hour
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$65k - $75k
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$20 - $26 per hour
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- ...Mercury Systems is seeking a motivated Buyer II to support procurement activities that ensure the timely delivery of materials, products, and services critical to our mission. In this role, you will partner with internal stakeholders and suppliers to procure materials...Permanent employmentContract workCasual workWorldwide
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$69.32k - $95.31k
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$70k - $103k
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$24 - $26 per hour
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$60k - $65k
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