Senior Buyer

Senior Buyer Huntsville, AR (Onsite) Direct Hire JPC - 20232 Solugenix is assisting a client, in their search for a Senior Buyer. This is a direct hire opportunity based out of Huntsville, AR (Onsite). Member of the supply chain management team in the Huntsville, AR Performance Center. Responsible for managing and leading suppliers for the program assigned (BOM Management) and/or commodity/vendors assigned. Responsible and accountable for BOM costs/supplier cost reduction to meet and exceed budgeted cost, responsible/accountable for supplier performance and performance improvements in terms of inventory, on time delivery, flawless quality and delivery flexibility of lead time reduction to meet Performance Center AOP, profits and working capital. Comply with procurement policy and data accuracy in the ERP system. Qualifications: H.S. Diploma or GED Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business or other relevant field. Minimum 1 - 3 years of professional purchasing or relevant supply chain working experience in a manufacturing environment. Strong experience in supply chain/supply base management. Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and flow charts required. MRP/ERP professional experience required. Computer experience in Outlook, Word, Excel PowerPoint and navigating the internet required. Strong communications and interpersonal skills needed. Must be able to work on-site in Huntsville, AR. Responsibilities: Manage/lead suppliers from aligned supplier selection, RFQ/RFP to negotiate the best cost, delivery schedule, VOI/inventory management, lead time to meet program and project expectations. Manage and lead suppliers performance in execution PO kick off, PO change management, and PO update to meet operation and customer expectations. Own procurement of products within assigned commodity areas or program to meet costs, delivery and quality requirements. Diligently work with internal across functional teams - planner, program management, operation, quality and engineer to manage and hold supplier accountable to the highest standard to meet and exceed company/performance center AOP. Use site ERP/MRP process and work with internal teams to proactively identify material management risks and take actions in managing suppliers for risk mitigation to drive needed results in terms of operation and customer service. Manage and lead supplier performance improvement - hold quarterly scorecard review and create action improvement plan. Results oriented to drive action to provide solutions towards flawless operation and customer service. Review daily MRP exception message, purchase order status, and order action reports and take appropriate action. Identify alternate solutions for obsolete components and work with engineering for approval. Develop new, better, or alternate sources of supply to reduce the supplier base, drive supply base improvements. Maintain purchasing data accuracy and updates in computer system. Adhere and comply to company policies. Responsible for proper handling and management of hazardous waste generated in work area. Perform other assignments as required. Annual Base Salary Range for CA, CO, IL, NJ, NY, WA, and DC: $90,000 to $100,000. Actual compensation offered may vary depending on factors including but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. Solugenix will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and Ordinance. Applicants do not need to disclose their criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if we are concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, applicants will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. About the Client Our client is a global provider of innovative Aerospace & Defense manufacturing solutions. About Solugenix Solugenix is a leader in IT services, delivering cutting-edge technology solutions, exceptional talent, and managed services to global enterprises. With extensive expertise in highly regulated and complex industries, we are a trusted partner for integrating advanced technologies with streamlined processes. Our solutions drive growth, foster innovation, and ensure compliance—providing clients with reliability and a strong competitive edge. Recognized as a 2024 Top Workplace, Solugenix is proud of its inclusive culture and unwavering commitment to excellence. Our recent expansion, with new offices in the Dominican Republic, Jakarta, and the Philippines, underscores our growing global presence and ability to offer world-class technology solutions. Partnering with Solugenix means more than just business—it means having a dedicated ally focused on your success in today's fast-evolving digital world.