Buyer

We are seeking a talented Buyer to join a growing industrial manufacturing company with a strong culture and long-term opportunity. This an ideal role for a supply chain professional with direct purchasing experience who enjoys being hands-on, working cross-functionally, and taking ownership of results. You will play a key role in supporting production through effective sourcing, supplier management, and commodity cost and quality control. If you're looking to grow your career within a stable, well run manufacturing organization that values teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement, this may be the role for you. Responsibilities include: Purchase raw materials, components, and services to meet quality, cost, and delivery requirements including preparation and management of spot purchase orders. Develop and execute purchasing strategies for assigned commodities, including cost reviews and continuous improvement initiatives. Assist with improving procurement processes, systems, and purchasing-related training. Lead sourcing activities, supplier evaluations, risk assessments, and approvals and related documentation. Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and supply agreements. Manage supplier performance including cost, quality, lead time, and on-time delivery to prevent production disruptions. Work closely with internal departments to support production schedules, plan for new product requirements, and ensure invoicing and receiving accuracy. Maintain accurate and up-to-date purchasing records, bills of material, and ERP/MRP records. Support inventory management efforts and related cost analysis. Other duties as assigned. Requirements: 4-year degree in related field required. 3-5 years of experience as a Buyer or Sourcing Specialist in a manufacturing company including direct experience purchasing raw materials and components for production, negotiating with suppliers, and managing supplier performance, OTD, and quality. Strong problem solving, troubleshooting, and critical thinking skills. Positive, collaborative self-starter who works well across departments. Hands-on approach with strong detail orientation and engaged with day-to-day purchasing execution while able to understand and strive toward meeting the goals of a broader, strategic supply chain strategy. Ability to learn highly engineered, technical products quickly. Able to travel as needed (less than 15%). #J-18808-Ljbffr